Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has informed the State Assembly that a Special Investigation Team is investigating the case linked to Tata Consultancy Services’ Nashik facility, while 10,505 cyber fraud cases were registered across the state during the past year.
SIT Examines Complaints and Institutional Processes
The TCS Nashik case came under scrutiny following allegations of workplace harassment and other misconduct, which led to complaints and legal proceedings.
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The state government subsequently constituted the SIT to conduct what it described as a comprehensive and impartial inquiry. Investigators are examining the complaints, internal institutional processes and questions of accountability.
Fadnavis told the Assembly that the SIT had been directed to investigate independently and thoroughly. He said conclusions would be reached after the available evidence had been examined.
The Chief Minister added that any legal violations or procedural lapses established during the investigation would be addressed in accordance with the law.
Cyber Fraud Cases Cross 10,000 in Maharashtra
The Assembly was also informed that Maharashtra recorded 10,505 cyber fraud cases over the past year.
The government identified online financial fraud, fake investment schemes, digital arrest scams, identity theft, phishing, malware attacks and fraud conducted through social media among the principal concerns.
Authorities said the expanding use of online banking, digital payments, e-commerce and internet-based services had created additional opportunities for criminals to target individuals and organisations.
Cybercrime expert and former IPS officer Prof. Triveni Singh said many modern cybercrimes relied on social engineering rather than technical hacking alone. Fraudsters frequently exploit trust, fear or greed to obtain sensitive information and financial access, he said.
Government Plans Stronger Cybercrime Response
The Maharashtra government said it was strengthening cyber police stations, expanding digital forensic infrastructure and providing specialised training to investigators.
Public awareness campaigns are also being conducted to help citizens recognise online threats and avoid fraudulent schemes. Authorities are working to improve coordination among agencies handling cybercrime complaints and financial fraud cases.
The measures are intended to accelerate complaint resolution and enable faster intervention when stolen funds are being transferred through digital channels.
The SIT investigation remains underway, and further action in the TCS Nashik case will depend on its findings.
