Maternity leave cannot lead to loss of role or career prospects: Delhi HC

Court directs Centre to frame rules or schemes within six months on workplace accommodation, protection of role and status, lactation support, and grievance redressal

The Delhi high court ruled women returning from maternity leave deserve their original positions. A chartered accountant received ten lakh rupees compensation for a demotion. The court emphasized maternity protection extends beyond leave duration. Pregnancy and motherhood should not cause professional disadvantage f