Objective:
SHe-Box & POSH Act, 2013
What is POSH Act, 2013?
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act) is a law enacted by the Government of India to ensure a safe, secure, and dignified working environment for women.
It protects women against sexual harassment at the workplace and provides a mechanism for redressal of complaints.
What is SHe-Box?
SHe-Box (Sexual Harassment electronic Box) is an online complaint management system launched by the Government of India.
It allows women to:
- File complaints of sexual harassment at workplace
- Track the status of their complaint
- Ensure timely action by authorities
Official Portal: https://shebox.wcd.
Who can file a complaint?
- Any woman (employee, student, intern, visitor)
- Whether working in organized or unorganized sector
- Including contractual or temporary workers
What constitutes Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment includes (but is not limited to):
- Unwelcome physical contact or advances
- Demand/request for sexual favors
- Sexually colored remarks
- Showing pornography
- Any unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct
Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)
As per POSH Act, every institution must have an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
Roles of ICC:
- Receive complaints of sexual harassment
- Conduct inquiry in a fair and confidential manner
- Recommend appropriate action
How to File a Complaint
You may:
- Submit a written complaint to the ICC of the Institute. For more details: click here for IC Details: https://dpcoepune.edu.in/wp-
content/uploads/2026/04/DPCOE- ICC-2025-26.pdf - mail us: posh@dpcoepune.edu.in
- File an online complaint via SHe-Box portal https://shebox.wcd.gov.
in/ - Contact designated POSH coordinators of the institute
Confidentiality
The identity of the complainant, respondent, and proceedings will be kept strictly confidential as per the Act.
DPCOE Commitment
- Providing a safe and inclusive environment
- Zero tolerance towards sexual harassment
- Prompt and fair redressal of complaints
DPCOE Commitment
- Providing a safe and inclusive environment
- Zero tolerance towards sexual harassment
- Prompt and fair redressal of complaints
Important Note
False or malicious complaints may attract action as per the provisions of the POSH Act.
