Samarth India Foundation Issues Nationwide POSH Compliance Alert
99% Government Ministries Non-Compliant with Supreme Court’s Directive on Women Safety. Delhi – January 22, 2026 – In a landmark audit exposing systemic failure in workplace safety, Samarth India Foundation reveals that over 99% of Government of India Ministries, Departments, PSUs and Autonomous Bodies have failed to comply with binding Supreme Court directives mandating publication […]
Our mission to end hunger, ‘One meal at a time’, is a reality now
Mission Tripti: Combatting hunger, empowering lives. Recent field trip insights fuel our mission to create a million empowered individuals. Join us in nourishing lives and instilling hope. Our mission to end hunger, ‘One meal at a time’, is a reality now Mission Tripti came into existence with the acknowledgement that when the fundamental need for food […]
Creating Safe Working Environments
“Whereas sexual harassment results in violation of the fundamental rights of a Woman to equality” [Preamble, Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act] Safe Workplace is a Woman’s right Preamble to the Constitution states that “Equality of status and opportunity” must be secured for all of India’s people and Article 14 […]
Genesis of The PoSH Act In India
Bhanwari Devi’s ordeal: In 1992, the state of Rajasthan hired Bhanwari Devi as a ‘Sathin’ (friend) to serve as a change agent at the rural level to stop the practice of underage marriages. She stopped a local one-year-old girl from getting married while working in the community. Her efforts were received with hostility and led […]
Prevention of Sexual Harassment: Best Practices
The full scale of the problem of sexual harassment in the workplace may be unknown because of the difficulties in collecting data but the available research shows that this is unquestionably an issue in modern-day professional world. Although official data on women’s employment is limited, it likely understates the extent to which women contribute to […]
Effects of Harassment Against Women in the Workplace
Harassment against women in the workplace has become a growing concern in recent years. This behavior has serious negative consequences that affect the victims’ mental and emotional health, as well as their professional performance. As a company, it’s crucial to create a safe work environment and take proactive measures to prevent harassment from happening. Effect […]
How to Write a Sexual Harassment Complaint Letter to Your HR
As an employee, it is your right to work in a safe and secure environment. However, if you are experiencing Sexual Harassment in the workplace, it is crucial to take action. Writing a complaint letter to HR is an effective way to address the issue and seek redressal. In this article, we will provide you […]
Section 9 of the Posh Act in India: Understanding the Implications for Employers and Employees
As more women enter the workforce, it is essential to ensure that they are protected from sexual harassment at the workplace. The Indian government has taken a step in this direction by passing the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as PoSH Act in India and herein […]
Section 509 of IPC: Protecting Women from Offensive Behavior
When it comes to the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Section 509 is one of the most important sections that deal with the subject of “outraging the modesty of a woman.” This section is specifically designed to protect women from harassment and offensive behavior. Here, we will take a closer look at Section 509 of IPC […]
The Thin Line between Free Speech and Public Morality: A Close Look At Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code
At its core, the Indian Penal Code (IPC) is a comprehensive legal document that governs the conduct of individuals and defines the various crimes and punishments that are applicable under Indian law. One of the sections under the IPC that has received considerable attention is Section 294, which deals with “obscene acts and songs.” Overview […]