IT major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Friday announced a series of measures, including an independent investigation and oversight mechanism, in connection with an ongoing case in Nashik involving allegations of sexual abuse and coercion.
In a statement, TCS CEO and managing director K. Krithivasan said the company has engaged external experts from Deloitte and law firm Trilegal to assist the internal probe. The investigation is being led by Aarthi Subramaniann, President and COO, TCS.
The company has also constituted an oversight committee chaired by Keki Mistry, which will review the findings of the internal inquiry and recommend further action.
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It also refuted claims that its Nashik unit had been shut down, asserting that operations continue as usual and services to clients remain unaffected.
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TCS added that it is extending full cooperation to law enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation into the matter.
The statement comes amid an ongoing probe into allegations that several women were sexually abused and coerced into changing their religion, with authorities continuing their investigation into the case.
In a statement, TCS CEO and managing director K. Krithivasan said the company has engaged external experts from Deloitte and law firm Trilegal to assist the internal probe. The investigation is being led by Aarthi Subramaniann, President and COO, TCS.
The company has also constituted an oversight committee chaired by Keki Mistry, which will review the findings of the internal inquiry and recommend further action.
Also Read: 'Harassment, religious conversion' at Nashik MNC: 2 accused sent in fresh police custody
Clarifications on reports and roles
TCS sought to clarify certain reports circulating in the media, stating that an individual named Nida Khan, mentioned in coverage as an HR manager, was neither part of the human resources function nor involved in recruitment. The company said she was a process associate and did not hold any leadership role.It also refuted claims that its Nashik unit had been shut down, asserting that operations continue as usual and services to clients remain unaffected.
Preliminary findings and internal review
According to the company, an initial review of systems and records related to the Nashik unit has not revealed any complaints matching the nature of the allegations through its ethics or POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) channels. However, TCS said detailed investigations are ongoing.Also Read: Nashik MNC case: Plea in SC seeks directions to control deceitful religious conversion
Commitment to employee safety
The company reiterated its commitment to maintaining high standards of employee welfare and institutional conduct. It emphasised a zero-tolerance policy towards coercion, misconduct, or any violation of employee dignity.TCS added that it is extending full cooperation to law enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation into the matter.
The statement comes amid an ongoing probe into allegations that several women were sexually abused and coerced into changing their religion, with authorities continuing their investigation into the case.
