The Punjab government has introduced a new policy aimed at supporting Punjab women employees by improving their work-life balance and reducing daily travel stress. Under this decision, women working in C and D categories will now be posted within a 40-kilometre radius of their home locations.
The step is expected to benefit a large number of Punjab women employees, helping them manage both professional responsibilities and family life more efficiently.
Major Relief for Punjab Women Employees
The new rule offers significant relief to Punjab women employees, especially those posted far from their hometowns. By limiting postings within nearby areas, the government aims to reduce commuting difficulties and improve working conditions.
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This initiative is designed to create a more supportive environment for women employees in Punjab across various government departments.
Focus on Work-Life Balance
Officials said the decision reflects the government’s focus on work-life balance for women employees in Punjab . The policy ensures that women can spend more time with their families while continuing their duties effectively.
ਮਹਿਲਾ ਮੁਲਾਜ਼ਮਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਮੁਸ਼ਕਿਲਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਸਮਝਦਿਆਂ ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਭਗਵੰਤ ਮਾਨ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਇੱਕ ਅਹਿਮ ਫ਼ੈਸਲਾ ਲਿਆ ਹੈ। ਹੁਣ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਦੀਆਂ C ਅਤੇ D ਸ਼੍ਰੇਣੀ ਦੀਆਂ ਸਾਰੀਆਂ ਮਹਿਲਾ ਮੁਲਾਜ਼ਮਾਂ ਦੀ ਤੈਨਾਤੀ ਵੱਧ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ 40 ਕਿਲੋਮੀਟਰ ਦੇ ਘੇਰੇ ਅੰਦਰ ਕੀਤੀ ਜਾਵੇਗੀ। ਇਹ ਫ਼ੈਸਲਾ ਨੌਕਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਵਿਚਕਾਰ ਬਿਹਤਰ ਸੰਤੁਲਨ ਬਣਾਉਣ ਵੱਲ ਇੱਕ… pic.twitter.com/mB6ogfXw0S
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The reform is also expected to increase productivity and job satisfaction among women employees in Punjab .
Women-Centric Governance Approach
The move is part of a broader women-centric governance strategy. The welfare and convenience of women employees in Punjab remains a priority under various state initiatives aimed at empowerment and inclusion.
The policy marks an important step for Punjab women employees, ensuring better convenience, reduced travel burden, and improved balance between personal and professional life.