In a bid to ensure safer workplaces for women, the District Women and Child Development Officer, Mumbai City, has issued a public appeal to all private establishments employing 10 or more people to register their Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) on the SHE BOX portal by May 15, 2025.
This move is in line with Section 4 of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act), which mandates the constitution of an ICC in every eligible private organization.
🔍 Why This Matters
The POSH Act aims to protect women from sexual harassment at the workplace and provides clear procedures for complaint redressal. As per the law:
- All private establishments with 10 or more employees must set up an Internal Complaints Committee.
- Failure to comply will result in a penalty of ₹50,000.
- Organizations must also register this ICC on the SHE BOX (Sexual Harassment Electronic Box) portal to confirm compliance.
🖥️ How to Register ICC on SHE BOX Portal
Establishments must follow these steps:
- Visit: https://shebox.wcd.gov.in
- Click on “Private Head Office Registration” on the homepage.
- Fill out the required details about your organization and ICC members.
- Click Submit to complete registration.
This registration allows the Ministry of Women and Child Development to monitor and verify the presence of redressal mechanisms in workplaces.
📌 Deadline: May 15, 2025
The District Women and Child Development Officer urges all eligible private firms in Mumbai City District to complete the registration before May 15, 2025.
✅ Key Takeaways
- Who is required: All private firms with 10 or more employees
- What to do: Register your ICC on the SHE BOX portal
- Deadline: May 15, 2025
- Penalty for non-compliance: ₹50,000
This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to fostering safe, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Employers are advised to act promptly and responsibly.
