The Telangana High Court has delivered a significant verdict, granting 180 days of paid maternity leave to mothers who give birth to twins. This decision is applicable to government employees.
The High Court clarified that even for a first delivery resulting in twins, 180 days of fully paid maternity leave must be granted. This comes as a major relief for employees.
According to the regulations, 180 days of fully paid maternity leave should be granted for two deliveries, the High Court stated in its ruling.
The High Court observed that since the birth of twins is a natural process, maternity rights cannot be denied. This ruling supports the rights of women employees.
This judgment will greatly benefit women government employees in Telangana. It provides financial and emotional support to mothers who have twins.