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After TCS controversy, Maharashtra to inspect companies over workplace harassment compliance
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After TCS controversy, Maharashtra to inspect companies over workplace harassment compliance

The Indian Express·Express News Service·18 days ago
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Though the circular does not directly mention any company, it comes shortly after the controversy involving Tata Consultancy Services over the handling of a workplace sexual harassment complaint. (Photo: Instagram) Maharashtra has decided to begin inspections of offices and companies across the state to check whether workplace sexual harassment laws are actually being followed, in a serious push to tighten enforcement of the POSH Act. In a circular issued on May 14, the Women and Child Development Department authorised a range of officials including district collectors, Women and Child Development officers, probation officers and Child Development Project Officers to carry out inspections in government and private establishments.…

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