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POLICY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 
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Purpose 
With 'Respect for Diversity' being one of our core values, Nestle has been committed to being an equal 
opportunity employer. The same is reinforced by our Corporate Business Principles and our Code of Business 
conduct. 
"Our success is based on our people. We treat each other with respect and dignity and expect everyone to promote 
a sense of personal responsibility. We recruit competent and motivated people who respect our values, provide 
equal opportunities for their development and advancement, protect their privacy and do not tolerate any form of 
harassment or discrimination." (Principle 5: Nestle Corporate Business Principles). 
"We embrace diversity and respect the personal dignity of our fellow employees. Nestle respects the 
personal dignity, privacy and personal rights of every employee and is committed to maintaining a 
workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Therefore, employees must not discriminate on the 
basis of origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, age or sexual orientation, or engage in any kind of 
verbal or physical harassment based on any of the above or any other reason. Employees who feel that 
their workplace does not comply with the above principles are encouraged to raise their concerns with 
the HR Department." (Section 12: Nestle Code of Business Conduct) 
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Policy Framework 
Nestle India is committed to providing equal opportunities without any discrimination on the grounds of 
age, color, disability, origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, or sexual orientation and will not engage in 
any kind of verbal or physical harassment based on any of the above or any other reason. 
To this end: 
- Our employees are personally responsible for treating each other with respect and dignity, which 
includes respecting the rights and differences of others. 
- Employment with Nestle India will be based on merit and not on any irrelevant attributes or 
characteristics that an individual may possess. 
- Developmental and promotional opportunities will be based on performance, ability and potential, and 
will be consistent with the needs of the business. 
Nestle India will not tolerate harassment, behavior that is discriminatory or behavior that victimizes 
any individual or group in our workplaces. Appropriate action basis investigation will be taken if 
employees breach this policy either through discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimizing other 
employees or by making false claims. If an employee feels he or she is being subjected to 
discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimization, he or she can raise the same with the HR 
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department or use the existing grievance redress mechanisms like Speak Up or contact the 
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ombudsman on a confidential basis either by telephone, email or by letter. All grievances and 
complaints will be taken seriously and treated with sensitivity and fairness. 
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Policy Framework (Contd.) 
In lieu of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 and Rules, Nestle India as per specific 
requirement, shall ensure that proper infrastructure and reasonable accommodation is provided to 
persons with disability to enable them to effectively discharge their duties at the establishment. 
Nestle India has a designated Diversity & Inclusion Council that shall oversee the provision of the 
infrastructure and facilities required for the process of recruitment for Persons with Disabilities. 
Nestle India commits that no opportunity will be denied to Persons with Disabilities and there will be no 
discrimination of any manner. 
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Roles and Responsibilities 
Employee Responsibilities 
All Nestle India employees have the following responsibilities: 
 To comply with this policy and all applicable laws and regulations. Compliance is required whenever an 
employee is acting in their capacity as a representative of the Company. 
Responsibilities of Managers and supervisors 
Managers and supervisors have the following additional responsibilities: 
To take reasonable steps to resolve complaints that are brought to their attention and to 
maintain confidentiality as far as practicable. 
Human Resources Responsibilities 
Human Resources representatives have the following additional responsibilities: 
To provide advice and address grievances relating to the employment of persons with 
disabilities and/or any other complaints regarding discrimination in any other form against 
any job applicant/employee. 
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Interpretation & Guidance 
In the event that any additional guidance and/or further interpretation is required, please contact 
your local Human Resources representative. 
Review Timelines 
The policy will be reviewed basis changes in legal and market guidelines. 
Communication of Policy 
Policy will be available on intranet to all employees and our corporate website. It will also be 
available at all conspicuous places in branch, factories and Head Office. 
All employees will undergo a training on Code of Business Conduct and Nestle Corporate Business 
Principles, which form a basis of this policy, through e-modules and/or classroom sessions. 
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