External Member independence in Internal Committee under POSH Act linked to SEBI BRSR ESG reporting and corporate governance compliance in India.
Posh Expert Solutions Blog
The Posh Expert Solutions Blog, published by Posh Expert Solutions, focuses on the implementation and compliance aspects of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act). It covers topics such as the roles and responsibilities of Internal Committees, legal interpretations of POSH provisions, confidentiality in inquiries, training programs for employees and committee members, policy drafting, and the intersection of POSH compliance with other labor laws. The blog also addresses practical challenges faced by organizations in maintaining safe and equitable workplaces, including reporting requirements and jurisdictional clarifications under the POSH framework.
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7 Critical Mistakes in POSH Annual Return Filing (And How to Fix Them)
Is your organisation ready for the POSH Annual Return deadline? For many employers in India, January marks the beginning of the “compliance rush.” While filing the Annual Report under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal)…
New Gurugram Notification Dated 23rd December 2025: Mandatory POSH Annual Report Filing for the 2025 Calendar Year
GURUGRAM – The Office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner has issued a fresh directive, D.O. No. 50 dated 23rd December 2025 . This latest notification mandates that all non-government organisations—including companies, hospitals, banks, and schools—operating within Gurugram must submit their…
Landmark Judgment: SC Clarifies POSH IC Jurisdiction in Inter-Departmental & Third-Party Sexual Harassment Cases
The Supreme Court in the Dr Sohail Malik vs Union Of India (2025) case ruled that the Internal Committee (ICC) at the aggrieved woman’s workplace has the jurisdiction to conduct the initial fact-finding inquiry in inter-departmental POSH cases, rejecting the…
Is Disclosing POSH Inquiries in Background Verification Legal? A Guide for HR and Managers
Many companies unwittingly expose themselves to defamation suits by reporting a former employee as “guilty” of sexual harassment in a Background Verification (BGV) check when the inquiry is either pending, inconclusive, or the person was merely an “accused” (Respondent) without…
Can the POSH Nodal Officer Be an Internal Committee (IC) Member?
One of the most common questions organisations face when setting up their Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) framework is regarding role duality: Can the POSH Nodal Officer also serve as a member of the Internal Committee (IC)? The short answer:…
The "Compliance Collision": When POSH Meets the New Labour Codes
As of November 21, 2025, India has officially entered the era of the New Labour Codes, reshaping the foundations of employment law. HR teams are racing to realign payroll structures, leave rules, and social security contributions. But in this compliance…
January 31st or February 28th? Decoding State-Specific POSH Annual Report Deadlines (CY 2025)
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 ( POSH Act ) mandates that organisations with 10 or more employees file an Annual Report with the District Officer for the preceding Calendar Year (January 1…
The POSH Quagmire: How IC Procedural Lapses Void Entire Disciplinary Actions and Cost Employers Lakhs
Under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act), the Internal Committee (IC) is not a mere administrative formality it functions as a quasi-judicial authority whose findings form the foundation of any disciplinary action.…
PoSH Compliance 2025-2026: Why Your Annual Report to the District Officer is Still Mandatory (SHe-Box is NOT a Replacement)
In the dynamic landscape of workplace compliance, clarity is paramount. For organisations striving to foster a safe and respectful environment, navigating the nuances of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as…