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Defence minister Rajnath Singh approves maternity, childcare leave for women soldiers, sailors, air warriors on par with officer counterparts

IndiaTimes Sunday, 5 November 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal to grant maternity, child care, and child adoption leave to women soldiers, sailors, and air warriors in the Indian armed forces. This decision is in line with the minister's vision of inclusive participation for women in the military. The extension of these leave rules aims to improve work conditions for women and help them balance their professional and family lives. The inclusion of women in the armed forces is seen as a paradigm shift and a milestone achievement.
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