POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Policy Document, fully compliant with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, and aligned with global IT industry best practices.
Bluestate Media OPC Private LimitedVersion 1.0 | Effective From: [Insert Date]
1. Purpose: Bluestate Media is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace free from sexual harassment, discrimination, and misconduct. This POSH Policy defines our commitment to prevent and address complaints of sexual harassment in alignment with Indian law and international workplace ethics.
2. Scope: This policy is applicable to:All employees (full-time, part-time, contractual, interns)Remote, hybrid, and on-site team membersAny person present at the workplace, including clients, vendors, consultants, or visitorsAll work-related events, including virtual meetings, off-site projects, and company outings
3. Definition of Sexual HarassmentAs per Section 2(n) of the POSH Act, sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to:Unwelcome physical contact and advancesDemand or request for sexual favoursMaking sexually coloured remarksShowing pornographyAny other unwelcome verbal, physical, or non-verbal conduct of a sexual natureSexual harassment may be physical, verbal, written, graphic, or electronic, including inappropriate comments on chat, video calls, or emails.
4. Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)Bluestate Media has constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) with gender-balanced and trained members:Name Role Gender Contact EmailTeja Narraa Presiding Officer (HR Head) Female hr@bluestatemedia.in[Employee 2] Member (Employee Representative) Male/Female [email][External Expert] External Member (NGO/Legal) Female [email][Employee 3] Member (Neutral Observer) Male/Female [email]Note: External member is required by law and should have experience in social work or legal matters related to women’s rights.
5. Complaint Process5.1 Filing a ComplaintMust be made in writing to the ICC within 3 months of the incidentCan be submitted by the aggrieved person or a legal friend/representativeComplaint must include details, dates, and names of involved parties5.2 Investigation ProcedureICC will acknowledge the complaint within 7 working daysBoth parties will be given a chance to be heard and present evidenceInquiry must be completed within 90 daysFinal report submitted to management within 10 days after inquiryDisciplinary action will be taken within 60 days of report submission—⚖️
6. Disciplinary ActionIf the allegation is proven true, Bluestate Media may take one or more of the following actions:Written apologyWarning or reprimandSalary deduction or suspensionTermination of employmentLegal action as applicable
7. False ComplaintsWhile the Company supports genuine complainants, malicious or intentionally false complaints will also be subject to disciplinary action, as per Section 14 of the Act.
8. Awareness & TrainingAll new employees must undergo POSH training during onboardingAnnual refresher training will be conducted for all team membersICC members will be trained on legal procedures and sensitivity handling—🧾
9. Record Keeping & ConfidentialityAll records related to complaints, hearings, and evidence will be securely storedThe identity of the complainant, respondent, and witnesses will be kept strictly confidential—📌
10. Policy ReviewThis POSH policy shall be reviewed annually by HR and updated as per legal amendments or organizational changes.—📬 Reporting ContactTo report a POSH concern, write to hr@bluestatemedia.in with the subject line: “POSH Complaint – Confidential”.—Prepared By: Teja Narraa – HR & Project ManagerApproved By: Suren Chemudugunta – Founder & CEO