Wipro on Thursday said it has shared all relevant documents with the Pune Police and is fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation into allegations of religious harassment and forced resignation levelled by a former employee at its Hinjawadi office. The IT major's statement comes after Pune Police formally initiated a probe into the complaint.

What Wipro Said

The company stated that employee welfare, dignity, and respect are central to its workplace culture. Wipro reiterated a zero-tolerance stance toward misconduct, discrimination, and harassment in an official statement.

'At Wipro, employee welfare, dignity and respect are paramount. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of misconduct, discrimination, harassment, or actions that compromise an individual's fundamental rights and freedoms,' the company said.

It added that it cannot comment on the specifics of the case while the investigation is ongoing, but remains committed to a 'safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace for all employees.'

The Allegations

A former female project manager, who worked at Wipro's Hinjawadi office in Pune, filed a complaint with the Hinjawadi Police alleging she was subjected to religious harassment and pressured to resign by her superiors. According to the complaint, a female colleague allegedly and repeatedly urged her to convert to Islam, claiming it would improve her lifestyle and future prospects.

The complainant also alleged that the colleague encouraged her to enter into a relationship with a Muslim acquaintance and abandon her Hindu faith. She further claimed that despite raising the issue multiple times internally, no disciplinary action was taken against the colleague.

Legal Action and Demands

Her advocate, Vivek Bhosale, has alleged that the complainant's resignation was obtained under duress and in violation of established legal procedures. The Hinjawadi Police has issued a legal notice to Wipro seeking the former employee's reinstatement, compensation, and disciplinary action against those allegedly involved.

Disputed Context

Notably, sources familiar with the matter have indicated that the case may not be related to religious harassment, adding a layer of dispute to the allegations. The investigation remains ongoing, and no conclusions have been established. This comes amid a broader national conversation around workplace safety, internal grievance mechanisms, and the efficacy of anti-harassment frameworks in India's large IT sector.

What Happens Next

With Wipro having submitted documents to the police, the probe is expected to determine the veracity of the allegations and whether internal complaint procedures were followed. The outcome could have implications for how IT companies handle sensitive workplace grievances going forward.