Chandigarh, April 23 -- In a historic stride towards inclusive governance and family-friendly work policies, the Punjab Government has amended its Child Care Leave (CCL) provisions to extend benefits to single fathers and parents of children with severe disabilities. The landmark decision makes Punjab the first state in the country to formally recognize the caregiving rights of single male parents and those attending to the needs of children with chronic and lifelong conditions.
The progressive move acknowledges the complex realities of modern family structures, where caregiving isn't confined to mothers alone, and offers vital institutional support to those balancing professional obligations with extraordinary caregiving responsibilities....