Pune: A Pune-based Human Resources (HR) manager has been absconding in connection with a major workplace harassment and alleged coercion case at a business process outsourcing (BPO) unit linked to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in Nashik. The accused, identified as Nida Khan, has emerged as a key figure in the case, with investigators suspecting her role may be central to the alleged misconduct.
This comes after multiple FIRs were filed by women employees who accused several individuals of sexual harassment, threats, and coercion. The complaints were registered at Mumbai Naka and Deolali Camp police stations (under Nashik City Police Commissionerate).
Investigations conducted by the Nashik SIT have revealed shocking details: Nida Khan not only lured young Hindu women into her trap but also undertook the task of training them to perform prayers, adopt Islamic attire, and observe Roza (fasting). Following the unearthing of this scandal, she discarded her mobile phone and went into hiding. Intelligence suggests that she is currently lying low in the Bhiwandi area.
Who is Nida Khan?
Nida Khan is a graduate of Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). She was employed as an HR Manager at the Nashik TCS BPO unit and also served as a member of the company's Internal Complaints Committee (ICC). Her primary responsibilities included addressing employee grievances, ensuring workplace safety, and enforcing the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Act.
What are the allegations against her?
The primary allegations against Nida Khan are that she completely ignored emails and chat messages sent by the victims. She failed to forward these complaints to higher authorities. Despite being a member of the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Committee, she took no action whatsoever. According to some victims, when complaints were lodged, Nida Khan responded by stating, "Such incidents are common in the corporate world." Investigators have identified her as the main mastermind or chief conspirator who suppressed the complaints and provided protection to the male accused.
Meanwhile, the case has sparked concern over workplace safety in the IT and BPO sector. Investigators are particularly looking into why complaints dating back to 2022 were allegedly not addressed. The SIT probe is ongoing, and more arrests or revelations are expected as the investigation progresses.
Netizens Making Bold Claims…
Social media outrage has been growing ever since the Nashik case surfaced, with Nida Khan emerging as the primary target of online criticism. Posts range from drawing parallels with the film The Kerala Story, which portrayed alleged “love jihad” in Kerala, to claims that she is part of a larger network funded by Islamist groups.
One social media account also alleged that Nida Khan was referred to as “Lady D” -- reportedly a reference to Dawood Ibrahim -- by some of her male colleagues, who were allegedly involved in targeting women employees for harassment and conversion, according to police sources.
However, none of these claims has been independently verified or officially confirmed so far.
