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District officials in Visakhapatnam attend POSH orientation on sexual harassment laws

On Monday, K.V. Ramalakshmi led an orientation program focused on Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act, 2013, at Collectorate conference hall in Visakhapatnam. The event wrapped up with district-level officials pledging to promote safe and respectful workplaces throughout government institutions.

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Jun 22, 2026 · 1 min read · 3 views
District officials in Visakhapatnam attend POSH orientation on sexual harassment laws

Key Takeaways

  • •The orientation program on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act was held on Monday at the Collectorate conference hall in Visakhapatnam.
  • •K.V. Ramalakshmi coordinated the event aimed at district-level permanent government officials.
  • •Hema Yadavalli emphasized the importance of mutual respect for a safe working environment during her speech.
  • •The session concluded with a commitment to promote harassment-free workplaces across all government offices.
  • •Active participation from officers highlighted the growing recognition of workplace harassment issues in government institutions.

Orientation program on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, 2013,happened Monday at Collectorate conference hall in Visakhapatnam. Targeted district-level permanent government officials,coordinated by K.V . Ramalakshmi,District Women,Child Welfare and Empowerment Officer.

The event aimed to boost understanding of legal frameworks against workplace sexual harassment. Also clarified officers' responsibilities within government departments . Hema Yadavalli,Senior Vice Chairperson of FICCI FLO,was main speaker . She laid out Act's key provisions, prevention strategies,grievance mechanisms. Emphasized culture of mutual respect,equality needed for safe work environment.

Officers engaged,actively participating in discussions. Session ended with unified pledge to promote safe, dignified,harassment-free workplaces in all government offices,institutions. This reflects growing recognition of workplace harassment issues…

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