<h1>Single Fathers Granted Child Care Leave, Expanding Parental Support for Government Employees with Inclusive Policy Amendment</h1> The Punjab government has extended child care leave benefits to single fathers, including widowers and divorcees. The policy amendment allows male government employees to take leave for children under 18 and those with severe disabilities. This change addresses diverse family structures and supports parents with special needs children, recognizing fathers' crucial role in childcare while promoting gender-inclusive workplace policies.