The conclave brought together more than 250 delegates from government, judiciary, industry, human resources, law, academia and the wider POSH ecosystem for a day of dialogue, knowledge sharing and recognition of organisations championing workplace safety and inclusion.
The POSH Pioneer Award honours organisations that have introduced innovative and impactful practices to strengthen workplace dignity, employee trust and POSH implementation. It recognises organisations that have moved beyond compliance to create workplaces where respect, inclusion and accountability are embedded into everyday culture, inspiring others across India to follow.
The recognition was conferred following a comprehensive evaluation process by an independent jury against pre-defined assessment criteria, considering impact, innovation, sustainability and contribution towards creating safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces. It recognises an organisation’s commitment to advancing the principles and spirit of the POSH Act and moving beyond compliance towards building a culture of dignity and respect.
Priyanka Mitra, Head Distribution HR, Diversity & Inclusion, Axis Max Life Insurance, said, “At Axis Max Life, fostering a workplace built on trust, respect and inclusion is fundamental to who we are as an organisation. Receiving the POSH Pioneer Award is a meaningful recognition of our continued commitment to creating a safe and equitable environment where every employee feels valued, heard and empowered to thrive. We believe that cultivating a culture of dignity and accountability goes beyond compliance, it requires sustained awareness, strong leadership commitment and collective responsibility. We will continue to strengthen our people practices and nurture a workplace where everyone can contribute with confidence and authenticity.”
The conclave marked several significant milestones in advancing workplace safety and awareness across the country. The event commenced with an inaugural keynote address by Dr. Rashmi Singh, IAS, Secretary, Department of Women & Child Development, Government of NCT of Delhi.
The event concluded with the presentation of the National POSH Excellence Awards, recognising organisations and leaders that have set benchmarks in fostering respectful, inclusive and harassment-free workplaces.
The recognition of Axis Max Life as a POSH Pioneer Award recipient reflects the Company’s continued focus on strengthening workplace policies, promoting awareness and cultivating a culture where every employee is empowered to thrive with dignity, trust and confidence.
Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd., is a subsidiary of Max Financial Services Limited (MFSL), with Axis Bank Limited and its affiliates also being shareholders of the Company. Axis Max Life offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions through its multi-channel distribution, including agency and third-party partners.
The Company has built its operations on a need-based sales process, a customer-centric engagement model and trained human capital. As per audited financials for FY2025-26, Axis Max Life recorded a gross written premium of INR 38,877 crore.
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