Bombay high court rules maternity leave cannot be treated as break in service, quashes Rs 23.6 lakh penalty on woman doctor
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench ruled maternity leave isn't a service break, upholding a woman's right to motherhood over compulsory service bonds. A dental professional's hefty penalty for taking maternity leave was quashed. The court emphasized that no bond can override fundamental maternity rights, ensuring women's protection during childbirth and recovery.
