Leave For Taking Care Of Elderly Parents: Check Total Number Of Leave Days Per Annum, Complete Leave Break-up For Government Employees
Question was raised in the Rajya Sabha by MP Sumitra Balmik whether there is any provision for Government employees to avail leave for taking care of their elderly parents; and if not, whether the Ministry would consider making a provision for availing sick care leave in line with child care leave.
In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha on 24 July 2025, the minister said that government employees are allowed to take leaves for taking care of their elderly parents.
The Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972 provides for the following leaves for Central Civil Services. Check the complete leave break-up
-- 30 days of Earned Leave
20 days of Half Pay Leave
8 days of Casual Leave
2 days of Restricted Holiday
The above leaves are apart from other eligible Leaves that the Central Government employee can avail for any personal reasons, including that of taking care of their elderly parents.
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