Nasscom said the alleged harassment case at Tata Consultancy Services’ Nashik unit is an isolated incident, not reflective of systemic issues in the IT sector. It stressed strict governance, zero tolerance for misconduct, and strong grievance mechanisms, even as arrests and suspensions followed employee complaints.

New Delhi: Nasscom on Tuesday said that any instance of misconduct or harassment in the technology sector is treated with the utmost seriousness, with companies taking swift and appropriate disciplinary action in line with established procedures.

The industry body issued the statement in response to the alleged sexual harassment case at Tata Consultancy Services’s Nashik facility, which has triggered concern across the sector.

Nasscom emphasised that such incidents are isolated and do not point to any systemic issues within the industry.

Highlighting broader industry standards, the body said the Indian IT sector is built on principles of respect, dignity and safety, and operates under strict governance frameworks and clear norms for workplace conduct.