Karnataka High Court has issued an interim stay on the state’s mandatory one-day paid menstrual leave for women in private industrial establishments, following a challenge by the Bangalore Hotels Association citing legal and operational concerns.
Today(on 8th July),The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking menstrual leave and advised the Centre to collaborate with stakeholders and states to formulate a model policy. While recognizing the potential of menstrual leave to increase women’s workforce participation, the Court emphasized the need for a balanced approach to avoid unintended consequences and suggested involving the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
