Legal Requirement: The primary reason for POSH training in India is the legal mandate. The Government of India, under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, has made it mandatory for organizations to provide training on preventing and addressing sexual harassment at the workplace. Non-compliance with this law can result in penalties, including fines and legal action against the employer.

Creating Awareness: POSH training helps create awareness among employees about what constitutes sexual harassment, how to recognize it, and how to report incidents. Many people may not fully understand the nuances of sexual harassment, and training can clarify these issues.

Promoting a Safe Workplace: By providing POSH training, organizations aim to promote a safe and respectful workplace culture. Training helps in building a workplace where all employees feel secure and respected, leading to improved morale and productivity.

Legal Protection: Training also protects the organization legally. If an incident of sexual harassment occurs, and the organization can demonstrate that it took proactive steps to prevent and address such behavior through training, it can potentially mitigate its legal liability.

Encouraging Reporting: POSH training encourages employees to report instances of sexual harassment without fear of retaliation. Knowing how to report and what to expect after reporting can help victims come forward.

Empowering Employees: Training empowers employees to take a stand against sexual harassment and equips them with the knowledge and tools to prevent and respond to such incidents. It also educates them about their rights and the recourse available to them.

Compliance with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Many organizations view POSH training as part of their corporate social responsibility efforts. They want to demonstrate their commitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace.

Changing Attitudes: Over time, POSH training can contribute to changing attitudes and behaviors, reducing the prevalence of sexual harassment in the workplace.