Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 2024 have been revised to include leave provisions for surrogacy.
Key highlights of the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 2024:
Maternity Leave for Surrogacy:
- Provision included for surrogate and commissioning mothers who are government servants.
- Eligibility for up to 180 days of maternity leave for those with fewer than two surviving children.
Paternity Leave for Surrogacy:
- Up to 15 days of paternity leave granted to commissioning fathers.
- Leave available within six months of the child’s delivery, supporting early bonding and care.
Extended Childcare Leave:
- Up to 730 days of childcare leave extended to both female and single male government servants.
- Available for the care of the two eldest surviving children, promoting work-life balance.
Significance of the Updates:
- Introduction of maternity and paternity leave for surrogacy in the official Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules.
- Reflects the evolving nature of family and childcare needs in modern employment policies.
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