EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE POSH ANNUAL FILING
Have you started the preparation for the POSH Annual Report filing process? If not, you will need to start now!
Where should you file this report?
The reports should be filed with the District Officers, Labour Commissioners, or State Women and Child Development Officers, depending on your location. Timely submission is essential. Failure to comply could lead to penalties, legal repercussions, or even the suspension of operational licenses.
To avoid last-minute stress, aim to file your report by January 2025, even if local notifications allow more time.
The content of the report is usually in compliance with Rule 14 of the POSH Act and typically includes:
Complaints Overview: Total complaints received, resolved, and pending (including reasons for any delays beyond 90 days).
Awareness Programs: Details of workshops or training sessions conducted to educate employees about POSH policies.
Policy & Poster Compliance: Copies of your workplace POSH policy and proof that POSH posters are prominently displayed.
Whose responsibility is it to prepare the Report?
The Internal Committee (IC) plays a central role in drafting the POSH Annual Report. While the Presiding Officer’s signature is mandatory, having all IC members sign it reflects collaboration and transparency. External IC members can also review the report for accuracy. Importantly, this responsibility lies solely with the IC—not the HR, Manager, or Legal Department.
How do you submit the Report?
Organizations can submit the report in multiple ways:
Hand delivery: Ensure you receive an acknowledgement from the authority.
Courier or Registered Post: Retain proof of delivery.
Email: In some cases, email submissions are allowed, with the sent email serving as proof.
What if you have offices in multiple cities in India?
For organizations with multiple locations, region-specific or consolidated reports can be filed. Supporting evidence, such as photographs of training sessions or POSH posters, strengthens your submission.
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