Serious matter against you, says suspension letter of TCS Nashik accused Nida Khan

A suspension letter issued to Nida Khan, an absconding accused in the Nashik TCS-linked sexual harassment and alleged conversion case, has surfaced, confirming she was suspended on April 9 after the company cited a "serious matter" and her inability to work.

In Short

• Khan, Process Associate since 2021, barred from work by TCS
• Nashik court to hear Khan's anticipatory bail plea today
• Maharashtra Women’s Commission probes forced conversion

A suspension letter issued to Nida Khan, an absconding accused in the sexual harassment and abuse case linked to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has surfaced.

According to the letter dated April 9, 2026, Nida Khan, a Process Associate who joined the company on December 27, 2021 has been under suspension with immediate effect. The letter says, "This is to inform you that the Company has been made aware of a serious matter reported against you, pursuant to which you are currently in judicial/police custody."

The company has revoked her access to the TCS network and directed her to surrender any company assets in her possession. It also instructed her not to report to any office or work from home until further communication from the HR department. The letter further asked her to maintain strict confidentiality and not discuss the matter with other employees, warning that failure to cooperate would invite disciplinary action. The suspension order was issued by Shekhar Kamble, Branch HR Head for Pune, Nashik and Goa.

Khan has been on the run after allegations of a sex scandal and forced conversion racket surfaced at a TCS-linked BPO in Nashik. However, the parents of Nida Khan have claimed that a conspiracy has been hatched to register a fake and politically motivated case.

Nashik Police have stepped up efforts to trace Nida Khan. The development comes after Khan’s husband, who was detained and interrogated by police, disclosed her suspected whereabouts.

Meanwhile, a Nashik court will hear Khan’s anticipatory bail plea today. Speculation remains high over whether the court will grant her bail or reject the application.

The Maharashtra State Women’s Commission-constituted fact-finding committee is also continuing its probe, with today marking the third day of its inquiry.

The case has triggered widespread shock, with complaints alleging that the accused operated as a gang targeting women employees aged between 18 and 25. So far, nine FIRs have been registered, including one filed by a male employee who has alleged religious harassment and attempted conversion.

The complaints include allegations of abuse of Hindu deities, forced consumption of non-vegetarian food, religious harassment and coercion, and pressure to follow specific religious practices.

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