Maternity Benifit applicability

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Hi All,
Hope you are doing well. I would like to grab your attention about the below statement whether it is true to consider as per Shops & Establishment Act - Telangana?

“Any women employee drawing salary of more than Rs. 15,000/- is also not entitled for this maternity benefit.”

Also is the employee is eigible to get the full salary for 6 months during the maternity leave irrespective of salary?

Your knowledge about this is highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

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Hi @SOWJANYA1 ,

This statement is incorrect. The entitlement to maternity benefits under the Maternity Benefit Act does not depend on the salary of the woman employee. All eligible women employees are entitled to maternity benefits irrespective of their salary.

Specifics of the Shops and Establishments Act - Telangana

While the Shops and Establishments Act, specific to Telangana, regulates working conditions, hours of work, and other aspects, it generally aligns with national laws concerning maternity benefits. It does not override the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act.

Summary

  • Eligibility: All women employees are entitled to maternity benefits regardless of their salary, provided they meet the eligibility criteria of having worked for at least 80 days in the preceding 12 months.
  • Benefits: Women employees are entitled to full average daily wages for the 26-week maternity leave period.

For the most accurate and personalized advice, especially for compliance and HR-related matters, it is advisable to consult with a legal expert or labor law consultant who specializes in Indian labor laws and the specific regulations in Telangana.

Chitra.

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Thank you for the reply Chitra.

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