NetConnect Private Limited (the “Company”) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all its business activities. As part of this commitment, the Company encourages its employees, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspected violations of laws, regulations, or the Company’s policies and procedures.

Purpose:

The purpose of this Whistleblower Policy is to establish a confidential and secure process for individuals to report concerns or suspected misconduct without fear of retaliation. This policy aims to ensure the prompt and thorough investigation of reported concerns and the appropriate resolution of issues.

Scope:

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders associated with NetConnect Private Limited.

Reporting Mechanism:

  1. Internal Reporting:
    • Concerns or suspected violations should be reported to the designated Whistleblower Officer or another appropriate authority within the organization.
    • The designated Whistleblower Officer is [Name], [Title], [Contact Information].
  2. External Reporting:
    • If an individual is uncomfortable reporting internally or believes that internal reporting has not been adequately addressed, concerns may be reported to an external independent agency or regulatory body.

Confidentiality:

  1. All reports will be treated confidentially to the extent permitted by law.
  2. The Company will not disclose the identity of the whistleblower without the whistleblower’s consent, unless required by law or deemed necessary for the investigation.

Protection from Retaliation:

  1. The Company prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports under this policy.
  2. Any employee found to be engaged in retaliation against a whistleblower will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Investigation Process:

  1. Upon receiving a report, the Whistleblower Officer will promptly initiate an investigation.
  2. The investigation will be conducted in a fair and unbiased manner, and appropriate steps will be taken to protect the rights of all individuals involved.
  3. The Whistleblower Officer will communicate the findings of the investigation to the relevant stakeholders as appropriate.

Documentation and Recordkeeping:

  1. The Company will maintain records of all reports received and actions taken during the investigation.
  2. Records related to whistleblower reports will be securely stored in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Training and Awareness:

The Company will provide training and raise awareness among employees, contractors, and other stakeholders about the Whistleblower Policy, emphasizing the importance of reporting concerns and the protections afforded to whistleblowers.

Review and Update:

This Whistleblower Policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Any updates will be communicated to all relevant stakeholders.