The HIV and AIDS Policy for Establishments, 2022 provides guidelines to create a safe, confidential and non-discriminatory workplace for people living with HIV. The policy applies to establishments across sectors.
| Particulars | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Non-discrimination | No discrimination based on actual or perceived HIV status |
| HIV Test | Cannot be made a pre-condition for employment |
| Confidentiality | HIV-related information must be kept confidential |
| Complaints Officer | Establishments with 100 or more persons should designate one |
| Healthcare establishments | 20 or more persons – Complaints Officer |
| Employee awareness | Regular awareness/training should be provided |
| Data protection | HIV-related records must be securely maintained |
| Complaint timeline | Generally within 3 months, with possible extension of another 3 months |
| Grievance mechanism | Complaint can be made to the Complaints Officer or State Ombudsman |
The policy specifically requires employers to prevent discrimination, maintain confidentiality and provide a grievance redressal mechanism.
