Zomato parent company: Amid the ongoing debate in the corporate world about the balance between family and work, Eternal Limited, the parent company of food delivery platform Zomato and quick commerce service Blinkit, has taken a historic decision. The company has implemented a new parental leave policy, under which employees will get 26 weeks of leave. The special thing is that this leave can be started even before the birth of the child, and it can be used anytime within three years.
This move is not only a change in policy but also indicates the promotion of a family-friendly environment in the corporate culture.
Why did the company change its policy?
Eternal said that understanding the real needs of the employees was the main reason behind this change. The company had an in-depth conversation with its parent community, in which it became clear that the family needs additional support not only immediately after the birth of the child, but also for the first three years.
The company’s Vice President (HR), Niharika Mohanty, says, “This new policy not only reflects our deep understanding of modern parenthood, but it is also a testament to our resolve to create an environment for every employee where they feel fully supported both at work and at home.”
Equal benefits for all types of parents
The scope of the new parental leave policy is very wide. It will apply to all employees who have given birth, have not given birth, have adopted, or have become parents through surrogacy. In this way, this policy goes beyond traditional definitions and recognizes all types of parenthood.
Research and statistics tell the truth
Eternal, citing research in its statement, said that 75 percent of working parents face emotional conflict between career responsibilities and family moments in the first three years of the child’s birth. This is the reason why the company has made this policy a part of its comprehensive parental support framework.
Not just leave, care for the whole family
With the new policy, Eternal is also providing many other facilities to its employees. Under the company’s group health policy, insurance coverage is available for the newborn from day one. Apart from this, family planning facilities like fertility and egg freezing coverage, as well as infertility treatment support, are also being provided.
Financial performance and company journey
It is worth noting that in the first quarter of the current financial year, Eternal has made a consolidated net profit of Rs 25 crore. However, in the same quarter last year, the company had earned a profit of Rs 253 crore. In March 2025, the company rebranded itself as Eternal Limited, which reflects its new thinking and vision.
An example for the future
This initiative of Eternal gives a strong message not only in India but also in the global corporate world that balancing the personal life and professional responsibilities of the employees is not just a ‘perk’ but an important investment. This change will not only make employees happier but will also play a vital role in the company’s productivity and long-term success.