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Nashik BPO case: SIT flags ‘conversion network’ link, seeks Khan custody
The SIT opposed an anticipatory bail plea for Nida Khan, arguing custodial interrogation is needed to probe money trails, overseas links, and a conversion network. The case involves nine FIRs against eight BPO employees in Nashik for alleged sexual exploitation, harassment, and religious coercion, with Khan currently untraceable.
Why It Matters
The investigation links alleged religious coercion to a wider network and possible overseas connections, highlighting concerns around exploitation and organized activity within a Nashik-based BPO context.
Timeline
5 Events
Court to pronounce anticipatory bail order; future date noted
April 28, 2026
The Nashik court was expected to pronounce its order on the anticipatory bail plea on May 2, 2026, as stated in the article; no interim protection from arrest was granted to Khan.
SIT arrest tally and Khan's status; possible conversion network links discussed
April 28, 2026
The SIT said it has arrested seven accused so far, while Khan remains untraceable. Investigators alleged Khan, along with Shaikh and Attar, were in touch with groups in Malegaon handling documentation related to religious conversions. The prosecution claimed Khan changed her name to 'Haniya' and promised Malaysia employment through contacts, and she allegedly trained the complainant in offering namaz and wearing a hijab, installed religious apps on the phone, and frequently shared religious content.
SIT opposes anticipatory bail; custodial interrogation sought
April 27, 2026
In an in-camera hearing before Additional Sessions Judge KG Joshi, Special Public Prosecutor Ajay Misar argued that Nida Khan’s custodial interrogation was essential to investigate the money trail, overseas links, and the alleged conversion network. The court reserved its order on the pre-arrest bail plea and is expected to pronounce it on May 2; no interim protection from arrest was granted.
FIRs in Nashik BPO case updated; final date of complaints cited
April 3, 2026
Nine FIRs registered by Nashik city police against eight senior BPO employees up to April 3, 2026, in connection with alleged sexual exploitation, workplace harassment and religious coercion.
Nine FIRs filed against eight senior BPO employees in Nashik case
March 26, 2026
Nashik city police registered nine FIRs against eight senior BPO employees between March 26 and April 3, alleging sexual exploitation, workplace harassment, and religious coercion. One Devlali Police Station complaint accuses co-worker Danish Shaikh of sexual exploitation on a false marriage promise, while Khan is accused of hurting the complainant's religious sentiments and Tausif Attar of harassment.