Synopsis: As per the conditions laid down in the GO, the leave must be availed in that specific month and cannot be carried over to the next month. The order also mentioned that women don’t have to submit any medical certificate while availing the leave.

The Karnataka labour department on Wednesday, 12 November notified the new menstrual leave policy, mandating employers to provide 12 days of paid menstrual leave per year (one leave per month).

The order by the state labour department applies to all permanent, contract and outsourced women employees between the age group of 18 and 52 working in all industries and establishments registered under the Factories Act, 1948, Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961, Garden Workers Act, 1951, Beedi and Cigar Workers (Employment

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