Archive · 6 Nov 2025
Two Arrested for Hidden Camera in Women's Hostel Housing Tata Electronics Staff
A company called Tata Electronics has a big dormitory for thousands of women workers.
Someone who used to work there, Neelukumari, and her friend Santhosh, secretly put a hidden camera in a bathroom.
When other women living there found out, they were very upset and protested because they were scared for their privacy and safety.
The police arrested Neelukumari and Santhosh.
Officials came to talk to the women and promised to make sure the hostel is safe and check for any other hidden cameras.
The company said they are taking this very seriously and care about keeping their employees safe.
Two individuals, Neelukumari Gupta and Santhosh, were arrested for installing a hidden camera in a women's hostel bathroom.
The hostel, Vidiyal Residency, houses over 6,000 women employees of Tata Electronics Pvt Ltd in Nagamangalam, Hosur.
The camera was discovered in a bathroom on the 11th floor and was installed on November 2.
Neelukumari Gupta, a former employee, installed the camera at the instigation of her friend Santhosh.
Hundreds of women employees protested the incident, leading authorities to assure safety measures and conduct further checks.
- Who
- Neelukumari Gupta (former employee) and her friend Santhosh (25)
- What
- Installation of a hidden camera in a women's hostel bathroom
- When
- Camera installed on November 2; Santhosh arrested on November 5
- Where
- Vidiyal Residency, a women's hostel for Tata Electronics employees in Nagamangalam, Hosur
- Why
- Santhosh instigated Neelukumari Gupta to install the camera
Company Stance
Employee Concerns
Safety and Privacy
Company Stance
Tata Electronics stated that the safety, privacy, and well-being of its employees are top priorities and that they took immediate action and reported the matter to the police.
Employee Concerns
Hundreds of women employees protested after discovering the hidden camera, highlighting concerns about their safety and privacy within the hostel facilities.
Workplace Environment
Company Stance
Tata Electronics affirmed they have policies to provide necessary support to employees, aiming for a safe and supportive workplace.
Employee Concerns
The discovery of a hidden camera in a common area of the women's hostel has caused significant distress and fear among the residents.
- Location
- Vidiyal Residency, Nagamangalam, Hosur, Krishnagiri District
- Company
- Tata Electronics Pvt Ltd
- Number of Residents
- Over 6,000 women
- Camera Installation Date
- November 2
- Arrest Dates
- November 5 (Santhosh)
- Accused
- Neelukumari Gupta (former employee), Santhosh (friend)
