Purpose and Occasion
- The declaration coincides with the 67th Founding Anniversary of the Municipality of Tupi.
- Also marks the celebration of the 11th Agten Tufi Festival.
Intent and Benefits
- To allow the residents of Tupi to fully participate in the celebrations.
- Encourages appropriate ceremonies and public observance of these events.
Public Health Compliance
- The celebrations are subject to compliance with community quarantine protocols.
- Observance of social distancing and other public health measures is mandated.
Authority and Effectivity
- The declaration is issued by Executive Secretary Salvador C. Medialdea by authority of the President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
- The proclamation was signed and made effective on September 4, 2020, in Manila.
Legal and Administrative Significance
- As a special (non-working) day, work is suspended in the Municipality of Tupi on the specified date.
- Differentiates from regular holidays with specific rules on pay and compensation under Philippine labor laws.