The 'yeYasla' Assistance Program
The 'yeYasla' benefit is a government initiative designed to assist parents or legal guardians who cared for their child before returning to full-time employment. This support begins from the month following the child's first birthday and continues with monthly payments until the child turns three years old.
Eligibility Criteria for 'yeYasla'
Not only parents but also other legal guardians are eligible to receive the 'yeYasla' support, excluding foster parents, guardians, custodial institution representatives, and patronage caregivers. Recipients must have provided direct care to the child and be employed full-time. The program aims to ease the financial burden on those balancing childcare responsibilities alongside full-time jobs.
By facilitating a smoother transition back to work after parental leave, the 'yeYasla' program plays a crucial role in encouraging employment among caregivers. Additionally, it serves as a strategic measure to boost birth rates by reducing economic stress for families. Supporting working parents in this way can have positive ripple effects on the national economy, particularly by increasing female workforce participation.