Karnataka govt extends paid menstrual leave to its staff; 1.5 lakh will benefit

Karnataka government has extended its menstrual leave policy to state government employees, benefiting over 1.5 lakh women. This move follows a high court challenge by the Bangalore Hotels Association, which argued the initial policy was discriminatory. The new directive allows one day of paid menstrual leave per month without a medical certificate.

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Dec 4, 2025 - 10:12
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Karnataka govt extends paid menstrual leave to its staff; 1.5 lakh will benefit
Karnataka government has extended its menstrual leave policy to state government employees, benefiting over 1.5 lakh women. This move follows a high court challenge by the Bangalore Hotels Association, which argued the initial policy was discriminatory. The new directive allows one day of paid menstrual leave per month without a medical certificate.

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