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Following the TCS religious conversion case that was exposed in the Nashik region of Maharashtra, a Pune-based IT company has now come into the spotlight, facing similar accusations. A former employee of Wipro Technologies stated that she was subjected to religious harassment, workplace discrimination, and coercion, leading to her resignation. The matter has reportedly been taken up with the Hinjawadi Police, and a legal notice has been served on the company.
On Friday, June 5, a woman at the centre of the TCS Nashik sexual harassment and conversion case told SIT investigators that she was repeatedly asked to watch videos of a Pakistani preacher and other religious speakers to influence her faith and accept Islam. The 23-year-old complainant alleged that the accused introduced her to Islamic teachings through videos of Pakistani cleric Tariq Jamil and speeches by controversial preacher Zakir Naik.
In the Wipro case, such an SIT needs to be formed. According to the statement of the woman who filed a complaint on June 3, said that the colleague intruded into her personal life and suggested that abandoning her Hindu faith would result in a better lifestyle and greater opportunities abroad. The complainant said she opposed these suggestions and eventually limited all interactions with the colleague to official work-related communication.
In a separate complaint, the complainant said that in August 2025 she was called into a Microsoft Teams meeting with company representatives and was pressured into submitting her resignation. She stated that the resignation was obtained without her free consent and that she was not provided a fair opportunity to present her side of the matter.
The legal notice also reportedly demands an official apology and action against those accused of wrongdoing. It further warns that civil, criminal, and labour court proceedings may be initiated if the company fails to provide a satisfactory response within 15 days.
Members of Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, who accompanied the former employee during the press conference, called for a comprehensive investigation and urged the Maharashtra government to intervene. They argued that the allegations raise broader concerns about workplace safety, religious freedom, and the effectiveness of grievance redressal mechanisms in corporate environments.
The allegations were brought to public attention during a press conference organised by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti in Pune. The former employee alleged that while working at Wipro’s Hinjawadi office, a colleague repeatedly urged her to convert to Islam and pursue a relationship with a Muslim man. Given that the complaint has been launched at the Hinjewadi Police Station, a formal Special Investigation Team (SIT) needs to be formed by the Maharashtra Government to launch a deeper investigation into the matter, like the one formed in the Nashik TCS conversion case.
On Friday, June 5, a woman at the centre of the TCS Nashik sexual harassment and conversion case told SIT investigators that she was repeatedly asked to watch videos of a Pakistani preacher and other religious speakers to influence her faith and accept Islam. The 23-year-old complainant alleged that the accused introduced her to Islamic teachings through videos of Pakistani cleric Tariq Jamil and speeches by controversial preacher Zakir Naik.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT), which is investigating the case, filed a chargesheet, to learn that one of the accused, Sheikh, sexually exploited the victim on the promise of marriage while encouraging her to move away from Hindu religious practices.
The chargesheet pertains to a case registered at Deolali Camp police station against Danish Shaikh, Tausif Attar and Nida Khan. Shaikh told her, “Don't be afraid, trust me, Allah is with us. Stop listening to Bhagwan songs and going to the temple; your stress will decrease,” citing the chargesheet. He also allegedly advised her to recite Tasbeeh and seek forgiveness through Islamic prayers, claiming it would ease her anxiety. The complainant told investigators that Shaikh asked co-accused Tausif Attar and Nida Khan to provide her with information about Islam. She alleged that Attar instructed her to search for videos of Zakir Naik and Pakistani Islamic scholar Dr Israr Ahmed on YouTube and listen to their speeches.
In the Wipro case, such an SIT needs to be formed. According to the statement of the woman who filed a complaint on June 3, said that the colleague intruded into her personal life and suggested that abandoning her Hindu faith would result in a better lifestyle and greater opportunities abroad. The complainant said she opposed these suggestions and eventually limited all interactions with the colleague to official work-related communication.
The former employee further claimed that she reported the matter to senior management. However, she alleged that no action was taken against the colleague and that her concerns were disregarded. Instead, she stated that a complaint was subsequently lodged against her before the company’s internal Ombuds Committee. She also accused certain company officials of displaying bias during the inquiry process, alleging that despite submitting evidence and raising concerns through official channels, her account was not given due consideration.
After TCS and SBI, Wipro now faces allegations linked to “Corporate Jihad.”
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In a separate complaint, the complainant said that in August 2025 she was called into a Microsoft Teams meeting with company representatives and was pressured into submitting her resignation. She stated that the resignation was obtained without her free consent and that she was not provided a fair opportunity to present her side of the matter.
Advocate Vivek Bhosale, representing the former employee, alleged that the resignation was secured under duress and violated principles of natural justice as well as labour laws. He stated that a legal notice has been sent to Wipro seeking the employee’s reinstatement with continuity of service, withdrawal of the resignation, and compensation of Rs 50 lakh for alleged mental distress and damage to her reputation.
The legal notice also reportedly demands an official apology and action against those accused of wrongdoing. It further warns that civil, criminal, and labour court proceedings may be initiated if the company fails to provide a satisfactory response within 15 days.
Members of Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, who accompanied the former employee during the press conference, called for a comprehensive investigation and urged the Maharashtra government to intervene. They argued that the allegations raise broader concerns about workplace safety, religious freedom, and the effectiveness of grievance redressal mechanisms in corporate environments.