Corporate Manslaughter in India: Bridging Legal Gaps with Governance Mechanisms

Many countries, including India, are dealing with the tragic reality of workplace fatalities which constitute corporate manslaughter. In recent years, there has been increased concern about the snowballing incidence of fatalities in Indian workplaces, emphasising the critical need for effective preventive measures. Corporate negligence and a lack of responsibility have emerged as major contributing factors to workplace fatalities. Furthermore, corporate entities, frequently motivated by profit, may prioritise productivity over safety, resulting in dangerous working conditions and deadly incidents. In response to these problems, regulatory supervision and corporate governance procedures are critical for maintaining worker safety and well-being. The goal of this study is to critically evaluate the efficacy of preventive strategies for reducing corporate manslaughter events in India, with a particular emphasis on regulatory supervision and corporate governance. It also aims to provide significant insights into improving workplace safety and corporate accountability by examining the relationship between regulatory supervision, corporate governance practices, and their impact on corporate manslaughter prevention.