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AIFF ExCo approves Prevention of Sexual Harassment policy

SportzPower Team
May 08, 2024 18:05

The All India Football Federation Executive Committee has approved the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Policy on Wednesday.

The policy is to be implemented with immediate effect.

Based on the PoSH Act 2013, the AIFF PoSH policy is aimed to ensure a safe and inclusive environment within the football fraternity.

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