Experts stress stronger POSH implementation in healthcare

Panchkula: Health experts from across the country deliberated on the effective implementation of the POSH Act, 2013, at PRAYAS 2026, a national CME-cum-workshop held at the PWD Rest House in Sector 1.

Organised by the department of hospital administration, Civil Hospital, Sector 6, the workshop themed “An Effort to Create a Safe Workplace for Healthcare Workers under POSH” focused on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. Discussions centred on its implementation, challenges, institutional responsibilities and practical solutions within healthcare organisations.

The event saw participation from doctors, nurses, DNB residents, hospital administrators and faculty from institutions across Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

Speakers underlined the need for safe, inclusive and harassment-free workplaces in healthcare settings, given the high-pressure environment professionals operate in. Sessions covered gender sensitivity, professional boundaries, rights and responsibilities of employees, functioning of Internal Committees, complaint redressal mechanisms, POSH audits and tech-enabled compliance tools such as the SHe-Box platform.

Interactive discussions and case studies gave participants practical insights into handling workplace issues effectively, with experts highlighting the importance of leadership commitment and proactive institutional policies in ensuring employee well-being and organisational integrity.