Once approved, the leave is marked as “Paternity Leave” – it does reduce your earned leave (EL) or half-pay leave (HPL).
Maharashtra Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1981 - वित्त विभाग gr for paternity leave in maharashtra link
Maximum limit of 180 days , which can be taken in up to three spells per calendar year. Child Care Leave (CCL) for Single Parents: Once approved, the leave is marked as “Paternity