Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)
Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)
Rivaura Hospital
Rivaura Hospital is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive and dignified workplace for all employees, doctors, nurses, trainees, consultants, students and other persons associated with the hospital.
We follow a zero-tolerance approach towards sexual harassment and are committed to prevention, awareness and appropriate redressal in accordance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act) and applicable rules.
Internal Complaints Committee reconstituted with effect from 01 July 2026.
Statutory Workplace Display – Section 19(b)
Internal Complaints Committee
Rivaura Hospital has constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) in accordance with the applicable statutory requirements. The ICC provides a confidential and impartial mechanism for addressing complaints of sexual harassment.
The Committee is responsible for:
- Receiving and addressing complaints of sexual harassment.
- Conducting inquiries fairly and in accordance with applicable law.
- Maintaining confidentiality throughout the complaint process.
- Protecting individuals from retaliation or victimisation.
- Creating awareness and conducting POSH sensitisation programmes.
- Recommending appropriate action based on the findings of an inquiry.
Our Internal Complaints Committee
What Is Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment includes unwelcome behaviour of a sexual nature, whether physical, verbal, non-verbal or through electronic communication.
This may include unwelcome physical contact, sexual remarks or jokes, inappropriate messages, requests for sexual favours, sexually suggestive gestures, sharing of inappropriate material, or any other unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature.
Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to:
- Unwelcome physical contact or advances
- Demand or request for sexual favours
- Sexually coloured remarks
- Showing pornography
- Any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature
Reporting a Complaint
Any eligible woman who experiences sexual harassment at the workplace may approach the Internal Complaints Committee in accordance with the POSH Act.
A complaint may be submitted in writing to the Presiding Officer or through the official ICC communication channels.
Presiding Officer: Dr Sreekala K N, Assistant Medical Director
Contact:8921938499
The ICC will handle complaints with confidentiality, dignity, sensitivity and procedural fairness, as required by law.
- 1A complaint may be submitted in writing to the Internal Complaints Committee.
- 2A complaint should ordinarily be made within 3 months from the date of the incident.
- 3The Internal Committee will deal with the complaint in accordance with the POSH Act, 2013 and applicable rules.
- 4Assistance may be sought from the Internal Committee/HR for making or submitting a complaint.
Confidentiality & Protection
Rivaura Hospital respects the privacy of everyone involved in a complaint. Information relating to the complainant, respondent, evidence and proceedings will be treated confidentially as required under applicable law.
The hospital does not support retaliation, intimidation, victimisation or discrimination against anyone who makes a complaint in good faith or participates in the inquiry process.
The identity and addresses of the aggrieved woman, respondent and witnesses, contents of the complaint, inquiry proceedings, recommendations and action taken shall be kept confidential as required under Section 16 of the POSH Act, 2013.
Penal Consequences
Sexual harassment at the workplace is prohibited. Sexual harassment may constitute misconduct and may result in disciplinary action in accordance with applicable service rules/policies. Where applicable, other legal consequences may also arise under law.
No Retaliation
Retaliation against a person for making a complaint or participating in a POSH inquiry is not acceptable. Complaints and proceedings will be handled with appropriate confidentiality and fairness.
POSH Policy & Support
The Rivaura Hospital POSH Policy is available through the HR/Administration Department. Employees may contact any Internal Committee member for assistance.
Official POSH Resources
From the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India
Our Commitment
We believe that every individual deserves a workplace where they can work with dignity, safety and mutual respect.
- Respect
- Dignity
- Safety
- Equality
- Professionalism
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