India, June 23 -- Deepika Padukone has welcomed the International Cricket Council's (ICC) newly announced maternity support policy for women cricketers. The actress, who is expecting her second child with husband Ranveer Singh, called the decision a "landmark moment for women in sport." She shared a report about the initiative on her Instagram Stories and praised the move.

Deepika's support comes at a time when conversations around motherhood, workplace rights and work-life balance are gaining attention across industries.

So, what exactly is the ICC's new policy and why has Deepika backed it? Let's find out.

What Is ICC's New Pregnancy Policy?

The ICC has introduced a structured maternity return-to-play programme for women cricketers....