India, May 21 -- The Odisha government has introduced clear guidelines regarding maternity leave for women government employees, aiming to resolve confusion surrounding eligibility and duration of leave under various circumstances.

As per existing rules, a woman government employee is entitled to 180 days of maternity leave for up to two surviving children. However, there was ambiguity about the exact period during which this leave could be availed. With the Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's approval, these doubts have now been addressed through a detailed framework.

Key Highlights of the New Guidelines:

1. Eligibility Period for Maternity Leave: A woman government employee can now avail the 180-day maternity leave between three mon...