The District Administration Chamba, Government of Himachal Pradesh has released the latest notification on Local Complaint Committee (LCC) under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013.
The committee has been constituted at the district level in Chamba which shall deal with the complaints covered under the provisions of the POSH Act. The official document also mentions that the committee will be operational for three years from the date of its enforcement.
The notification is available in the official District Chamba Notice Board. The list of nodal officers and Local Complaint Committee members is also available on the district administration’s website.
Chamba POSH Local Complaint Committee 2026 Highlights
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Local Complaint Committee (LCC) | District Chamba, Himachal Pradesh |
| Law of | Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 |
| Level | District Level, Chamba |
| Issuing Office | Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Chamba |
| Reference No. | DPO-Chamba-6-7/2016 |
| Notification Published | February 2026 |
| Committee Validity | Three years |
| Official Website | District Chamba, Government of Himachal Pradesh |
The official PDF says that the committee was constituted under the powers conferred under Section 5 of Chapter III of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
Local Complaint Committee Constituted at District Level
This is regarding constitution of Local Complaint Committee at District level in Chamba.
The committee will function as per the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, the order said.
The order also says that the committee shall come into force immediately and shall remain in force for three years.
It also mentions that the committee will extend the coverage to women employees, including Anganwadi Workers and Helpers, under the relevant provisions of the Act.
Members of Chamba Local Complaint Committee
The official notification has listed the following members for the district level committee :-
| Name / Office | Role |
|---|---|
| Smt. Girija Mankotia District Treasury Officer, Chamba | Chairperson |
| Smt. Mala Sharma Advocate, Chamba | Member |
| Smt. Uma Kumari NGO Jagori Chamba | Member |
| Sh. Darpan Vaid Advocate, Chamba | Member |
| District Program Officer ICDS Chamba | Member Secretary |
Names and designations have been reproduced as per the official notification issued by the Chamba district administration.
District-Level POSH Nodal Officers
The official District Chamba website also has a separate list of Nodal Officers Against Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace under POSH Act, 2013.
The following are the officers:
| Administrative Area | Nodal Officer / Office | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| District Level | Assistant Commissioner to Deputy Commissioner, Chamba | 01899-222408 |
| Sub-Division | Sub Divisional Magistrate, Chamba | 01899-222278 |
| Churah Sub-Division | Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Churah | 01896-227034 |
| Dalhousie Sub-Division | Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Dalhousie | 01899-242122 |
| Bhattiyat Sub-Division | Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Bhattiyat | 01899-266455 |
| Bharmour Sub-Division | Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Bharmour | 01895-225027 |
| Pangi Sub-Division | Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Pangi | 01895-242222 |
A separate list of nodal officers is published on the official website of District Chamba.
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What Is the Role of the Local Complaint Committee?
The notification says the committee shall act in terms of provisions of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
The official order does not have a detailed description of the complaint procedure within the document. The provisions of the Act applicable to the committee must, therefore, be the basis for judging the role and functioning of the committee and not assumptions about the notification.
The Chamba district website has separately published the committee members and nodal officer information so that the relevant administrative contacts are available to the public.
Committee to Remain Operative for Three Years
One of the most important aspects in the notification is the duration of the Committee.
The order clearly states that the committee will become effective immediately and will be operational for three years.
This separates the notification from a short-term public notice. It is the committee at the district level for some time under the relevant POSH framework.
Official Sources
Official Notice Board:
District Chamba – Notice Board
Original Government PDF – Local Complaint Committee under POSH Act 2013:
Download Original POSH Committee Notification (478 KB)
Official Nodal Officers & LCC Members List:
District Chamba – POSH Nodal Officers and Local Complaint Committee
District Chamba Official Website:
District Chamba, Government of Himachal Pradesh
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Local Complaint Committee of Chamba?
It is a district level Local Complaint Committee constituted under the provision of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013.
Who is the Chairperson of the Chamba Local Complaint Committee?
The Chairperson as mentioned in the official notification is Smt. Girija Mankotia, District Treasury Officer, Chamba.
How long will the committee remain operative?
The committee will be in force for three years from the date of its coming into effect, says the official order.
Does the notification cover Anganwadi workers and helpers?
Yes. The order issued officially has specifically mentioned women employees including Anganwadi Workers and Helpers.
Where can I check the original Chamba POSH notification?
District Chamba Notice Board The original government PDF of 478 KB can be accessed via the District Chamba Notice Board. It is also available for direct access from the official document link above.
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