POSH Act Compliance & Workplace Law Pune

Yes. The POSH Act applies to all employers with 10 or more employees u2014 including private companies, startups, NGOs, and government bodies. If you have fewer than 10 employees, complaints go to the Local Complaints Committee (LCC) of the district.

Non-compliance can result in a fine of u20b950,000 for first violation. Repeat violations can lead to doubling of the penalty and cancellation or non-renewal of business registration licences.