17/08/2024
The one-day menstrual leave policy will be effective immediately for women employees eligible to take leave from work on the first or second day of their menstrual cycle.
The announcement has come amid a long-pending demand for a paid menstrual leave policy for all menstruators. On July 8, the Supreme Court had asked the Centre to consider the formulation of a paid menstrual leave policy after consulting all stakeholders.
Odisha govt announces one-day menstrual leave for women in all jobs