Public Sector Banks Under Fire for Ignoring Sexual Harassment Compliance
A recent RTI appeal highlights that public sector banks have allegedly failed to establish required Internal Committees for addressing sexual harassment, sparking questions on accountability.
In a significant move, the Central Information Commission (CIC) has remanded an RTI appeal concerning the compliance of public sector banks with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The applicant, Chayan Ghosh Chowdhury, invoked the Supreme Court's decision in the Aureliano Fernandes vs State of Goa case, claiming that these banks have neglected their duty to form Internal Committees as mandated by law.
This revelation raises critical questions about the safety and rights of women employees in public sector banks. What was promised by these institutions to ensure a safe working environment for women? Why have they failed to comply with the legal requirements intended to protect their employees from harassment? Who will be held accountable for this negligence?
As citizens demand transparency and justice, the CIC's decision to revisit the appeal underscores the urgent need for government accountability and the enforcement of laws designed to protect women in the workplace. This situation highlights a broader issue of gender equality and the systemic failures that continue to undermine the rights of ordinary citizens, particularly women in the workforce.
The public deserves answers, and it is time for those in power to uphold their obligations and ensure a safe working environment for all. As reported by The Hindu.
Source: The Hindu
