I\'ve been employed at HDFC Bank for the last three years. Currently, I am in my ninth month of pregnancy. I submitted my maternity leave application on 1st December. However, on 20th December, I was confronted with an email regarding a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
The company is now asking me to accept the PIP before proceeding with my maternity leave, despite the fact that I won\'t be active for the next six months.
I would like to know if this is standard practice or if I am being treated unjustly.
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The company is now asking me to accept the PIP before proceeding with my maternity leave, despite the fact that I won\'t be active for the next six months.
I would like to know if this is standard practice or if I am being treated unjustly.
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As per the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, in India, a woman is entitled to maternity benefits, including leave of absence from work, from her employer. Moreover, the Act forbids the dismissal of or unfair treatment towards a woman during her maternity leave.
In your case, receiving a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) during your maternity leave application period seems a bit unusual. Here is what you can do:
1. ✅ Request a meeting with your HR department to discuss the PIP and its implications during your maternity leave. Make sure you have a clear understanding of why it was issued and what it means for your future at the company.
2. ✅ Consult a legal expert if you feel you're being treated unfairly. They can guide you through your rights under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, and can help you take appropriate action if necessary.
Remember, it's important to keep all communication with your employer documented for future reference.
Regarding the PIP, generally, it's a measure taken by employers to help their employees improve in areas they are lacking. It can be issued at any time and doesn't necessarily mean that you're being singled out. However, the timing in your scenario is indeed questionable and it's best to discuss it with your HR and legal expert if needed.
For further reference, you can read the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 on the Indian Kanoon website at https://indiankanoon.org/doc/375253/.
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139In your case, receiving a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) during your maternity leave application period seems a bit unusual. Here is what you can do:
1. ✅ Request a meeting with your HR department to discuss the PIP and its implications during your maternity leave. Make sure you have a clear understanding of why it was issued and what it means for your future at the company.
2. ✅ Consult a legal expert if you feel you're being treated unfairly. They can guide you through your rights under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, and can help you take appropriate action if necessary.
Remember, it's important to keep all communication with your employer documented for future reference.
Regarding the PIP, generally, it's a measure taken by employers to help their employees improve in areas they are lacking. It can be issued at any time and doesn't necessarily mean that you're being singled out. However, the timing in your scenario is indeed questionable and it's best to discuss it with your HR and legal expert if needed.
For further reference, you can read the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 on the Indian Kanoon website at https://indiankanoon.org/doc/375253/.
From India, Gurugram
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