The Chhattisgarh government, located in central India, has introduced a unique initiative allowing state officials and employees to take special paid leave to attend Vipassana meditation camps. This program aims to improve mental wellbeing and enhance workplace efficiency. Eligible employees can attend these 10-day residential camps at government-recognized Vipassana centers up to six times throughout their careers. Each session grants 12 days of special casual leave, which includes travel time, while employees will receive their full salary during this period. However, all expenses related to the camps must be covered by the employees themselves, as no travel allowances will be reimbursed. To qualify for the leave, employees must submit an admission letter from the Vipassana center and present a completion certificate upon return. The government hopes this initiative will help address mental stress and foster stronger moral values within the workforce. Vipassana, an ancient meditation technique, promotes mindfulness and self-observation, making it a popular choice for stress reduction.