Gangtok, Juky 27: Sikkim government has taken an initiative to give 12-month maternity leave and 1-month paternity leave to its employees.

Sikkim chief minister Prem Singh Tamang announced this development while participating at annual general meeting of Sikkim State Civil Service Officers’ Association (SSCSOA).

“The changes will be made in the service rules to provide the benefit.This benefit will help the government employees to take better care of their children and families,” CM said.

According to the Maternity Benefit Act 1961, a working woman is entitled to 6 months, or 26 weeks, of paid maternity leave.

The Himalayan state has the lowest population in India at around 6.32 lakh.

Tamang said the officers are the backbone of the state administration, contributing significantly to the growth and development of Sikkim and its people.

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