Approximately 55% of Indian employees have reported experiencing bullying at work, according to a survey by CareerBuilder.in. This statistic is further supported by another report from India Today in 2020, while a (link unavailable) survey suggests that 94% of employees have witnessed instances of harassment in the workplace.*Common Forms of Bullying:*- *False Accusations*: Being falsely accused of mistakes not committed (33% of reported cases)- *Being Ignored*: Having comments dismissed or not acknowledged (32% of reported cases)- *Verbal Abuse*: Yelling, anger outbursts, and intimidating gestures- *Sexual Harassment*: Unwanted advances, requests for sexual favors, or any verbal or physical behavior of a sexual nature- *Cyberbullying*: Cutting remarks during video calls, deliberate exclusion from online meetings, and malicious gossip*Effects of Workplace Bullying:*- Significant stress and erosion of self-confidence and self-esteem- Burnout, absenteeism, and diminished morale- Negative impact on work engagement, productivity, and expenses- Adverse effects on employee loyalty and workplace culture*Steps to Curb Workplace Bullying:*- Implementing anti-bullying policies and conducting sensitization programs- Providing support for victims through counseling and assistance programs- Encouraging transparent communication and fair resource distribution- Holding perpetrators accountable through disciplinary actions ¹ ²