You can search for the exact "Grant of Child Rearing Leave" resolution on the Government of Maharashtra GR Portal using the keyword "Leave" or "Child Rearing."

As per the [mention the applicable rule/policy], I am entitled to this leave. I have attached the necessary medical certificate for your reference.

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A significant update (GR dated December 15, 2018) introduced a more extended leave for specific circumstances: 3. THE ALL INDIA SERVICES (LEAVE) RULES, 1955 - DoPT

Paternity leave is a time-bound benefit. If you do not avail of the 15 days of leave within the first 6 months of the child's birth, the leave lapses automatically. It cannot be encashed or carried forward to future years. Is paternity leave applicable in case of child adoption?

The GR for paternity leave in Maharashtra has been widely welcomed by government employees, as it provides them with an opportunity to spend quality time with their newborn child and support their partner during the postpartum period.

: Under the latest amendments, 15 days of paternity leave is also granted to male employees upon the valid adoption of a child below one year of age.

For the private sector, there is no strict statutory law under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act mandating paternity leave. However, many companies in Maharashtra offer paternity leave (ranging from 1 to 2 weeks) as part of their internal human resources policies to maintain employee satisfaction.

I am writing to formally request paternity leave for [number] days, starting from [start date] to [end date], as my wife is expecting a child on [expected delivery date].

Yes, under modern amendments to the Civil Services Leave Rules, valid adoption of a valid age infant (usually under 1 year) by a male government employee with fewer than two surviving children also qualifies for paternity leave from the date of legal adoption.