The Hon’ble Supreme Court, in its recent directive (August 2025), has mandated that all States and Union Territories conduct a district-wise survey within six weeks to verify whether organizations have complied with the POSH Act, 2013—specifically, the constitution of Internal Committees (ICs) at workplaces.
Key Highlights of the Directive:
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- A district-wise survey will be conducted by Labour Commissioners and District Authorities.
- Verification will include whether Internal Committees (ICs) are formed and functional in workplaces.
- Non-compliance may lead to denial of license renewals/registrations for establishments.
- Applies to all public and private organizations.
Action Points for Organization:
- Verify IC Constitution: Ensure our IC is duly constituted with external members and updated details.
- Documentation: Maintain IC meeting minutes, awareness sessions conducted, and annual reports.
- Reporting: Update details on SHe-Box portal and keep records ready for inspection. More details on the She-Box portal can be referred here https://cecureus.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-she-box-portal-update/
- Training & Awareness: Refresh POSH training for employees and IC members before survey initiation.
Let us treat this with urgency to ensure full compliance and readiness for upcoming district-level surveys. Additional details on mandatory POSH Compliance for Companies can be found here – https://cecureus.com/mandatory-posh-compliance-for-companies-from-july-14-2025/
References:
https://api.sci.gov.in/supremecourt/2023/22553/22553_2023_6_11_61891_Order_21-May-2025.pdf
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