LNCT has constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) as per the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 to ensure a safe and dignified campus for all.
Mandate
To prevent and prohibit sexual harassment and provide a redressal mechanism for complaints filed by women employees and students.
Composition
Presiding Officer (senior woman faculty), 2 faculty members, 1 employee representative, 1 NGO member working for women's welfare.
Powers
ICC has the powers of a civil court for summoning, evidence collection, and inquiry. Annual report submitted to the District Officer.
Confidentiality
Complete confidentiality maintained throughout the complaint process. Identity of the complainant, respondent, and witnesses protected.
ICC Members
The ICC comprises dedicated members committed to ensuring a safe campus environment.
Dr. Asha Verma
Presiding Officer
Professor, ECE
Dr. Neha Gupta
Member
Associate Professor, CSE
Mr. Vikas Sharma
Member
Assistant Professor, ME
Ms. Sunita Patel
Member
Office Superintendent
Ms. Rekha Jain
Member
NGO Representative
How to File a Complaint
Any woman employee or student can file a complaint with the ICC.
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File Complaint
Written complaint to ICC within 3 months of the incident. ICC may extend by 3 months if circumstances justify.
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Conciliation
ICC may attempt conciliation at the complainant's request before initiating inquiry. No monetary settlement allowed.
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Inquiry
ICC completes inquiry within 90 days with both parties given opportunity to present their case and evidence.
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Report
ICC submits report within 10 days of inquiry completion. Recommended action implemented within 60 days.
File a complaint with the ICC
Complaints are seen only by the Internal Complaints Committee and handled as per the POSH Act, 2013.