Incentive or not?

Apropos the Chinese Whispers item, “First-time marriage only” (October 24), it is not clear whether all unmarried employees would be eligible for the allowance and leave or a “minimum service” or age restrictions would apply. 

It is not clear whether this would be a one-time benefit or the allowance would be monthly and a week’s leave an annual affair. Of course, if the benefits don’t continue post marriage, it may be interpreted as a disincentive for getting married. If the benefits do continue, it would discriminate against already married employees.

Banks are unpredictable about imposing/concealing terms and conditions in small print. Having passed the test at the entry level, SBI employees will protect their self-interest. But those handling Right to Information in SBI should have their answers ready.

M G Warrier,  Thiruvananthapuram

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