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Education
Rajasthan High Court orders 180‑day fully paid maternity leave for teacher
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 02:31 PM
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The Rajasthan High Court ruled that a teacher returning to a new school after childbirth will receive a full 180‑day paid maternity leave.
The Rajasthan High Court has issued a landmark order granting a teacher a 180‑day fully paid maternity leave after she resumes duties at a newly assigned school. The judgment underscores the court's interpretation of existing labour and education statutes, directing the state government to ensure the teacher receives her full salary throughout the leave period.
The ruling comes amid growing advocacy for stronger maternity benefits for educators, who often face uncertainties when balancing professional responsibilities with family commitments. By mandating complete wage compensation, the court aims to set a precedent for equitable treatment of female teachers across the state.
State officials have indicated that the decision will be implemented promptly, with the education department tasked with processing the leave and salary arrangements. The order is expected to influence future policy discussions on teacher welfare and may prompt revisions to existing state guidelines on maternity leave.
The ruling comes amid growing advocacy for stronger maternity benefits for educators, who often face uncertainties when balancing professional responsibilities with family commitments. By mandating complete wage compensation, the court aims to set a precedent for equitable treatment of female teachers across the state.
State officials have indicated that the decision will be implemented promptly, with the education department tasked with processing the leave and salary arrangements. The order is expected to influence future policy discussions on teacher welfare and may prompt revisions to existing state guidelines on maternity leave.