Andhra Pradesh Leave Rules : Optional Holiday

The State Government employees may avail themselves of Optional Holidays not exceeding 5 days during the year on festivals/occasions specified at their option and irrespective of the religion to which the festival pertains. Permission to avail any of these holidays shall be applied for, in writing in advance and shall normally be granted by the Superior Officers competent to grant casual leave except when the presence of an individual employee is considered necessary in exigencies of Government work.