Punjab government extends maternity act benefits to ASHA workers

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Punjab has extended maternity leave benefits to ASHA workers, ensuring a fixed monthly honorarium during their leave. This move aligns ASHA workers with provisions of the Maternity Benefits Act, 1961, and future amendments. The Finance Minister urged prompt action on union demands. The government also met with other unions and allocated funds for financial aid to widows and destitute women.


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