Tamil Nadu Government Extends Maternity Leave to 365 Days for Third Child
The Tamil Nadu government, led by CM Vijay, has announced an expansion of maternity leave for women employees, increasing it from 12 weeks to 365 days for the birth of a third child. This policy change aims to provide extended support to mothers in the state.
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Vijay govt to give women employees 365 days maternity leave for third child
Announcing the change in the state assembly during the demand for grants for his department, minister D Sarathkumar said the decision was aimed at strengthening the state's focus on social welfare and women's empowerment. The state had gradually increased maternity leave for its women employees over the years. The original 90-day provision was increased to six months in 2011, followed by an increase to nine months in 2016.
By RAJEEV SINGH
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Tamil Nadu's human resources management minister cited C Joseph Vijay-led TVK government's dedication to women empowerment during the announcement.
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