A sessions court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by Nida Khan, one of the accused in the high-profile Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Nashik case involving allegations of sexual harassment, religious coercion, and hurting religious sentiments.
The order was passed by Additional Sessions Judge K.G. Joshi after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and the defence. The prosecution strongly opposed granting pre-arrest protection, arguing that Khan’s custodial interrogation was necessary due to the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing investigation.
According to investigators, Nida Khan is considered one of the key accused in the case linked to the TCS BPO unit in Nashik. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) informed the court that digital evidence, seized materials, and financial links are currently being examined as part of the wider probe.
The controversy began after multiple complaints were filed by employees alleging workplace sexual harassment, mental harassment, and pressure to follow certain religious practices. Several FIRs have since been registered against multiple TCS employees.
During the bail proceedings, Khan’s legal team reportedly cited her pregnancy and claimed she had limited involvement in the alleged offences. However, the court declined to grant relief after considering the prosecution’s submissions.
Police have already arrested several accused connected to the case, while authorities continue efforts to trace and question others named in the FIRs. Investigators are also examining allegations related to attempted religious conversion, intimidation, and workplace misconduct.
Meanwhile, Tata Consultancy Services has stated that it is cooperating with law enforcement agencies and maintaining a zero-tolerance approach toward any form of workplace harassment or misconduct.
