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  • Jun 18, 2024
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KARNATAKA’S INITIATIVE ON MENSTRUAL LEAVE

Why in News ?

The Karnataka government is consulting on providing one-day paid menstrual leave for workers in factories, IT, garment sectors, and multinational companies.

Source- IE

About the News:

  • Committee Formation: An 18-member committee, headed by Sapna Mohan from Christ University, has been established to study the feasibility of menstrual leave.
  • Committee Composition: The committee includes legal and medical experts, a psychologist, industry representatives, trade unions, and Labour Department officials.
  • Discussions Underway: One round of discussions has taken place, with another meeting scheduled this week before submitting a report.
  • Government Consideration: Labour Minister Santhosh Lad stated the government would consider the report, acknowledging the pros, cons, and financial implications.
  • Potential Expansion: A committee member suggested extending menstrual leave to the government sector, including teachers, police personnel, and anganwadi workers.