Sexual harassment case against IRS officer: Supreme Court upholds Madras HC direction for fresh ICC inquiry

The Supreme Court of India affirmed the Madras High Court’s order directing a fresh inquiry by the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) into allegations of sexual harassment against an IRS officer. Holding that the earlier process did not meet required procedural safeguards and independence, the court underscored constitutional norms for workplace harassment redressal under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013. The ruling reiterates employer/agency duty to ensure fair investigation, natural justice and compliance with internal mechanisms.