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Notification regarding creating a safe workplace for women through SHe-Box Portal under Posh Act, 2013

Goa published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013) on 2026-02-20, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to ensure compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, and to promote a safe and respectful work environment for women in Goa.

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Gazette ID goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-02-20

Action Required

Employers in Goa must utilize the SHe-Box Portal to report and address workplace harassment complaints, and ensure that their internal complaint committees are functioning effectively to handle such complaints. They must also provide training and awareness programs for employees on the prevention of sexual harassment at the workplace.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Non-compliance may result in penalties under the Posh Act, 2013, including fines up to ₹50,000

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers in Goa must utilize the SHe-Box Portal to report and address workplace harassment complaints, and ensure that their internal complaint committees are functioning effectively to handle such complaints. They must also provide training and awareness programs for employees on the prevention of sexual harassment at the workplace.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyNon-compliance may result in penalties under the Posh Act, 2013, including fines up to ₹50,000

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to ensure compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, and to promote a safe and respectful work environment for women in Goa.

Summary

The Government of Goa has issued a notification to create a safe workplace for women through the SHe-Box Portal under the Posh Act, 2013, aiming to provide a secure and harassment-free environment for female employees. This initiative encourages employers to utilize the SHe-Box Portal for reporting and addressing workplace harassment complaints.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013)?
Goa issued this notification, published on 2026-02-20.
What is Gazette Notification goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013 about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, and to promote a safe and respectful work environment for women in Goa.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013?
Employers in Goa must utilize the SHe-Box Portal to report and address workplace harassment complaints, and ensure that their internal complaint committees are functioning effectively to handle such complaints. They must also provide training and awareness programs for employees on the prevention of sexual harassment at the workplace. The compliance deadline is 2026-02-20.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification goa-notification-regarding-creating-a-safe-workplace-for-women-through-she-box-portal-under-posh-act-2013?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Non-compliance may result in penalties under the Posh Act, 2013, including fines up to ₹50,000.