Equal Opportunity Policy for Persons with Disabilities

Overview

At Synokem Pharmaceuticals Limited, Corporate Office and Registered Office, we recognize the value of a diverse workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and creating an inclusive workplace and work culture in which employees are treated with respect and dignity.

We will strive to ensure that our workforce is representative of all sections of society. We believe that, by doing so, we would be better equipped to develop and deliver accessible and inclusive products and services.

Eligibility

This policy applies to persons with disabilities including full‑time employees, job applicants, management trainees and Company trainees.

Policy Statement

We are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination, bullying and harassment—whether sexual, physical, verbal or psychological—of persons with disabilities. We endeavor to:

• Provide equal and fair opportunities for employment.
• Ensure that our facilities, technologies, information and privileges are accessible to people with disabilities.
• Keep confidential any information shared by an employee on disability/medical condition.

Our decisions on employment, career progression, training or any other benefits are based solely on merit, competence and the potential of the individual.

Definitions

• Discrimination: In relation to disability, any distinction, exclusion or restriction on the basis of disability that has the purpose or effect of impairing or nullifying the recognition, enjoyment or exercise on an equal basis with others of all human rights and fundamental freedoms in the political, economic, social, cultural, civil or any other field; includes all forms of discrimination and denial.
• Person with Disability: A person with long‑term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairment which, in interaction with barriers, hinders his/her full and effective participation in society equally with others.

Policy Details

• Facilities and Amenities: Physical infrastructure will adhere to accessibility standards (furniture and facilities). Employees facing accessibility issues should report to the HR Team at their location or write to the Liaison Officer. Our digital infrastructure (documents, communication and information technology systems) will also adhere to accessibility standards. Employees with accessibility challenges may reach out to the local HR Team or write to the Liaison Officer.
• Recruitment Process: Positions are open for people with all types of disabilities. Hiring is purely based on merit and the candidates’ skills and competence. Selection Process: Short‑listing will be done as per the job description; shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
• Other Facilities: Special Leave requested for reasons related to a disability will be considered a reasonable accommodation and is subject to management’s discretion on a case‑to‑case basis. Special Leave will be considered only after Annual Leave, Sick Leave and Casual Leave provided under the HR Policy are exhausted.

Governance Framework

• Liaison Officer: The following officers are appointed as Liaison Officers:
  • Synokem Pharmaceuticals Limited, Corporate Office – Ms. Preeti Jain, Head Corporate Human Resources, Human Resources.
  • Synokem Pharmaceuticals Limited, Registered Office – Ms. Monica Kumar, Assistant General Manager Marketing -Ethical Division.
  Liaison Officers are responsible for taking initiatives and providing the support needed to realize the goals of an inclusive and accessible workplace.
• Maintenance of Records: We will collect and maintain data regarding employees with disabilities in relation to their employment, facilities provided and other necessary information, confidentially.

Grievance Redressal

Employees may reach out to the Liaison Officers or the local HR Team for support or to raise concerns. All grievances will be handled promptly and confidentially, and necessary data will be maintained regarding employees with disabilities, facilities provided and other relevant information.