Gurugram-based company, Baby & Mom Retail provides paid leave to its employees to attend Mahakumbh

Baby & Mom Retail, a House of Brands and a prominent player in the baby care, skin care, pet care, and bedding solutions industries in India announces paid leaves to its employees to attend Mahakumbh to encourage the mental well-being of its team by fostering a balance between professional responsibilities

and cultural participation, resulting in a calm and rejuvenating experience for the employees. The company’s initiative prioritises mental health and respect towards religious & cultural sentiments and aims to strengthen the bond between the organization and its team. This will also promote a sense of workspace to employees, which cares about its employees as a family.

Recent reports indicate that a poor work-life balance directly contributes to negative mental health, with individuals experiencing increased rates of anxiety, depression, burnout, and overall stress. More than 90% of the employees under 25 years old are experiencing anxiety, compared to 67% of those over 45, emphasizing the need for structured support for younger employees. 59% of employees referred by their managers showed signs of self-harm. Therefore it becomes necessary for companies to curate and implement employee-centric policies. It is important for leaders to understand the importance of work-life harmony.

Shish Kharesiya, the Founder and CEO of Baby & Mom Retail Pvt Ltd, shared his thoughts on this unique initiative “Mahakumbh is not just a religious gathering; it is a once-in-a-lifetime festival that holds deep spiritual and cultural significance. It’s an opportunity for reflection, renewal, and connection with our roots. We believe it’s important for our team to experience such moments without worrying about work commitments. We are more than just a business; we are a family. Supporting our employees in cherishing these irreplaceable moments is part of our ethos”.

Baby & Mom Retail is a shining model for incorporating socially responsible and employee-focused business practices.  With a deep understanding of the market and the soar of baby care products in India, today Baby & Mom Retail is a house of brands providing quality products as per customer’s needs and wants. Adding to that, with its deep-rooted values and innovation approach, it fosters a healthy workplace culture. The chain of Baby & Mom Retail includes OYOBABY, NEWISH, AMORITE FOR PETS, REDCOP, GADDA CO, and MATTRESS PROTECTOR.