(1) In accordance with the provisions of this Code, the statutory rules and compliance mandates governing Leave for illness arising out of pregnancy shall be enforced across all covered establishments throughout India.
(2) Every employer, establishment, or covered entity shall strictly adhere to the operational guidelines, contribution ceilings, registration schedules, and benefit disbursement standards specified under this section.
(3) Any default, failure to deposit contributions, or contravention of statutory mandates under this section shall be subject to recovery proceedings under Chapter XI and penalties under Chapter XII.
Legal Commentary & Landmark Judgments: Section 65
Section 65 of the Code provides for up to one month of additional paid leave for female employees suffering from illness arising out of pregnancy, delivery, premature birth, or miscarriage, over and above standard maternity leave periods.
Where an employee requests extended leave post-maternity supported by a physician's certificate noting postpartum depression, eclampsia, or surgical healing issues, approve thirty days of additional paid leave under Section 65 before requiring the use of earned leave balances.