A four-member fact-finding committee has launched its inquiry into the controversial Nashik TCS case, even as parallel investigations by law enforcement and oversight bodies intensify scrutiny over allegations of forced religious conversion and sexual harassment. The development comes against a backdrop of protests, arrests, and growing pressure on authorities and the company to establish the truth.
The fact-finding body comprises four members, including a retired judge, a former IPS officer, an advocate, and a coordinator from the National Commission for Women (NCW). The panel has been tasked with independently assessing the allegations and submitting a detailed report.
Advocate Monika Arora, part of the committee, confirmed on Saturday that the panel has begun interacting with stakeholders linked to the case. She said the team will first gather inputs from all sides before arriving at any conclusions. “We are here to examine the incident and will speak to all concerned parties. It would be premature to comment until we complete discussions and verify facts,” she said, adding that the panel’s findings will form the basis of its recommendations.
#WATCH | Nashik, Maharashtra | On fact-finding committee visit in TCS case, Advocate Monika Arora says, “We are here for an inquiry related to the TCS episode, and we will be talking to all the stakeholders… We would draft a report as per our findings…” pic.twitter.com/1CaUqg5BOb
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ATS tightens noose, probes accused
Meanwhile, the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has taken custody of two accused, Safi Shaikh and Raza Memon, and is currently interrogating them in connection with the alleged forced conversion angle. Investigators are examining possible links and the broader network behind the claims.
A total of nine cases so far, one at Deolali Camp police station and eight at Mumbai Naka police station, as the investigation continues to expand across multiple fronts.
NHRC seeks detailed reports
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of the allegations and issued notices to multiple authorities, including Maharashtra Police, the Labour Commissioner, and TCS officials.
The Commission has sought detailed reports on FIRs, internal compliance systems, and POSH mechanisms, along with records of complaints from the past three years. It has also asked whether senior officials were named in the FIR and, if not, the reasons behind it.
NHRC member Priyank Kanungo said the Commission is examining serious allegations, including claims that women employees were coerced, blackmailed, and subjected to exploitation with alleged knowledge of senior management.
TCS denies POSH complaints, initiates internal review
Tata Consultancy Services has maintained that it has not received any complaints under its Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) framework related to the case. CEO and Managing Director K. Krithivasan said preliminary checks of internal systems and ethics channels have not revealed any such complaints.
The company has initiated an internal probe led by President and COO Aarthi Subramanian. To ensure transparency, TCS has also set up an oversight committee chaired by independent director Keki Mistry. Additionally, external experts from Deloitte and law firm Trilegal have been brought in to support the investigation process.
TCS also dismissed reports suggesting that its Nashik facility had been shut, clarifying that operations continue without disruption.
With a fact-finding panel now on the ground, an active ATS probe, and NHRC oversight, the Nashik TCS case has evolved into a high-stakes investigation. The coming days are likely to be crucial in determining the accountability of those involved.