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Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act 2013

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28

At a glance

What this resource provides

Workplace sexual harassment law. Karnataka WCD/KSCW pages list POSH-related district officers, government orders and complaint structures; use employer ICC, district officer or women's commission depending on case.

Last checked
2026-04-28

Who should I contact?

Choose the route by urgency

Immediate dangerCall 112 or local police now. Do not wait for an office to open.
Non-emergency or follow-upUse this record and the alternative/escalation routes below after checking coverage and source details.
Normal urgency
Non-emergency complaint or support
Coverage
State-wide coverage
Issues
Workplace Sexual Harassment
Who it may help
Employers and institutions, Women, Workers

Workplace sexual harassment law. Karnataka WCD/KSCW pages list POSH-related district officers, government orders and complaint structures; use employer ICC, district officer or women’s commission depending on case.

Common questions

Using this route safely

When should I use this resource?

Use this resource when its listed service and geographic coverage match the concern. For immediate danger, call 112 or local police first.

Which area does it cover?

This record is connected to Karnataka. Check the source and coverage details before action.

What should I do if I cannot reach it?

If this route is unavailable, use the alternative and escalation links on this page. For immediate danger call 112; for urgent child help use 1098 where available.

How can I verify these details?

Use the public source linked on this page and check the last-reviewed information before relying on a non-emergency contact.

Protection Intelligence

Connected help and escalation routes

Alternative routes

Karnataka Women Helpline 181

24x7 free women helpline across Karnataka for information, emergency assistance and routing distressed women to appropriate support.

Escalation paths

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