Crèche at Work: A Childcare Right Many Mothers Miss

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Jalna | Law & Power, a women’s legal-literacy initiative of Inner Wheel Club of Jalna Horizon, led by president Suchita Bagdiya, is drawing attention to everyday rights that women can exercise under Indian law.

Crèche at Work: A Childcare Right Many Mothers Miss

Section 11A of the Maternity Benefit Act requires a crèche facility for establishments with fifty or more employees, within the prescribed distance, either separately or through common facilities. The law allows four visits daily, including rest intervals. Implementation details may depend on applicable rules. Women should ask their employer for the written childcare policy.

What women can do

If you face this issue, record relevant facts and seek timely advice from a qualified lawyer or competent authority. Legal outcomes depend on the evidence and the applicable statutory requirements.

Adv. Ashwini Mahesh Dhannawat’s statement

“Legal awareness is the foundation of women’s empowerment. A woman who understands her constitutional and legal rights is better equipped to protect her dignity, safety and independence. Through the Law & Power initiative of Inner Wheel Club of Jalna Horizon, under the leadership of president Suchita Bagdiya, our objective is to ensure that every woman understands the law and has the confidence to seek justice.”

This educational report is part of the Law & Power awareness series. Background reading: Law Trend, ‘Ten Laws That Every Woman Should Know’ (2021). Statutory references have been updated for newer Indian criminal laws.