This circular outlines the list of compulsory and restricted holidays for Central Government offices for the year 2012. It specifies 14 compulsory holidays for offices outside Delhi and provides guidelines for selecting three additional variable holidays through local coordination committees. Provisions are made for potential changes to holiday dates based on moon sightings for specific religious occasions. Industrial and commercial establishments are permitted to observe up to 16 holidays, including three national holidays. The circular also clarifies holiday regulations for Indian missions abroad and Union Territory administrations.

This circular outlines the list of compulsory and restricted holidays for Central Government offices for the year 2012. It specifies 14 compulsory holidays for offices outside Delhi and provides guidelines for selecting three additional variable holidays through local coordination committees. Provisions are made for potential changes to holiday dates based on moon sightings for specific religious occasions. Industrial and commercial establishments are permitted to observe up to 16 holidays, including three national holidays. The circular also clarifies holiday regulations for Indian missions abroad and Union Territory administrations.