Indian Railways launch ‘SHINE’ to empower women at workplace
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims·
Why in news
Indian Railways launched the 'SHINE' app on International Women's Day to facilitate the reporting of sexual harassment incidents by women employees and other stakeholders.
Background
The SHINE app is integrated with the Human Resource Management System (HRMS) of Indian Railways. It allows for complaints from women employees, visitors, contractual staff, and students to ensure confidentiality and faster resolution.
Facts for Prelims
- BodySHINE: An app launched by Indian Railways for reporting sexual harassment.
- FactThe app accepts complaints from women employees, visitors, contractual staff, and students.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how digital interventions like the SHINE app can enhance workplace safety for women in large public sector undertakings like Indian Railways.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional accountability: Ensuring impartial investigation of complaints against senior officials
- Digital inclusivity: Addressing potential barriers for contractual staff and students in reporting
- Confidentiality protocols: Balancing the need for transparent reporting with the protection of victims' identities
Keywords: Internal Complaints Committee · Digital Governance · Workplace Safety · Public Sector Undertakings
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