The Hon’ble Supreme Court, in the case of Aureliano Fernandes v. State of Goa and Ors, has issued detailed directives to ensure robust compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act) across India.
📜 Key Details of the Judgment:
1️⃣ Uniform Implementation Nationwide:The Court directed all States and UTs to implement the Act uniformly and strictly.
2️⃣ Mandatory Committees:✔️ District Officers to be appointed by December 31, 2024.✔️ Local Complaints Committees (LCCs) to be formed by January 31, 2025.✔️ Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) mandatory in all workplaces, including government departments, PSUs, and private organizations.
3️⃣ Enhanced Grievance Mechanisms:✔️ Creation of SheBox portals to facilitate complaint registration.✔️ Upload of ICC, LCC, and nodal officer details on SheBox.
4️⃣ Private Sector Accountability:
✔️ Engage with private sector employers to ensure ICC compliance.
✔️ Deputy Commissioners/District Magistrates to survey organizations for compliance and report under Section 26 of the POSH Act.🗓 Compliance Deadlines:
🔹 December 31, 2024: Appointment of District Officers.
🔹 January 31, 2025: Formation of LCCs.
🔹 March 31, 2025: Full compliance deadline.
The Court emphasized that the POSH Act will succeed only with strict adherence by all stakeholders, ensuring dignity and safety for women at workplaces nationwide.Stay tuned for further updates on compliance requirements and implementation steps!
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