April 13, 2017
The Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act,2017 - Clarifications
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued some clarifications in relation to the amendments proposed under the Maternity Benefit Amendment Act, 2017. The relevant circular dated April 12, 2017 issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment in this regard is attached herewith for your reference.
The major highlights are as under:
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The benefits under Maternity Benefit Act are applicable to all women, whether contractually employed or working as a consultant; and
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The women who are currently on maternity leave, i.e. at the time of enforcement of amendment act, are allowed to extend their leaves for another period of 3 months.
To read the circular, you may download the attachment.
For any details and clarifications, please feel free to write to:
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