Menstrual Leave: Odisha introduces paid period leave for women employees | Bhubaneswar News
Bhubaneswar: Woman employees in govt and private sectors in the state will get a day’s paid period leave, deputy CM Pravati Parida announced in Cuttack on Thursday after an I-Day event.
“The leave will be optional and can be taken on either the first or second day of the menstrual cycle, depending on the woman’s preference,” said Parida, who also serves as minister in charge of women and child development (WCD) department.
Odisha’s initiative is part of the 100-day work plan of CM Mohan Majhi’s govt. It joins Bihar, which offers menstrual leave for working women, and Kerala that introduced menstrual leave for female students in state universities in Jan 2023.
“The leave will be notified soon,” a state govt official said. “The Odisha govt will soon come out with a comprehensive menstrual health policy for govt offices,” the official added.
A nationwide push for menstrual leave was made in the last Lok Sabha through a private member’s bill proposed by Kerala Congress MP Hibi Eden, seeking three days leave for working women.
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The Odisha government announced a day’s paid period leave for female employees in both government and private sectors. Deputy CM Pravati Parida stated that the leave is optional and can be taken on the first or second day of the menstrual cycle.
The Odisha government introduced a 1-day menstrual leave for female employees, marking a progressive step in recognizing women’s health challenges. This initiative aims to support women during their menstrual cycle, emphasizing rest and health management. Similar policies in Bihar and Kerala reflect a growing awareness of menstrual health in India, supported by both governmental and commercial entities.
Odisha’s deputy chief minister Pravati Parida announced paid period leave for female employees in the government and private sectors. The leave can be taken on either the first or second day of the menstrual cycle, starting as part of the 100-day work plan. This initiative aligns Odisha with Bihar and Kerala in supporting menstrual leave policies for women.
