In Brief
- Vijay government extends maternity leave to 365 days for third child.
- The move aims to strengthen social welfare and women's empowerment.
- Maternity leave was 90 days originally and increased to six months in 2011.
- Further raised to nine months in 2016, showing gradual policy improvements.
The Vijay government has decided to extend maternity leave for women employees to 365 days for the birth of their third child. The announcement was made by Minister D Sarathkumar in the state assembly during the demand for grants for his department. This decision reflects the state’s ongoing focus on social welfare and women's empowerment.
Historically, the state had progressively increased maternity leave provisions for its women employees. Initially set at 90 days, the leave period was extended to six months in 2011 and then to nine months in 2016. The latest increase to one year is a significant step continuing this trend of support.
Officials emphasized that this policy change is designed to provide better care and support to women employees balancing their professional and family responsibilities. The move aligns with broader efforts to enhance employee welfare in the public sector.
