Infosys Layoffs 700 Freshers: IT Giant Accused of Violating Labour Laws – Here’s What Happened
Following the recent layoffs of around 700 freshers, a formal complaint has been filed against Indian IT giant Infosys. Addressing the issue, Infosys stated, “All freshers are given three attempts to clear the assessment. Failing this, they cannot continue with the organization, as mentioned in their contract. This process has been in place for over two decades to maintain a high standard of talent for our clients.
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Infosys Layoffs: 700 Freshers Terminated, NITES Files Complaint Over ‘Illegal’ Job Cuts
Infosys is facing backlash following the termination of around 700 freshers, prompting a formal complaint by the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES). The IT employee association has accused Infosys of illegal and unethical layoffs, filing a petition with the labour ministry against the Narayana Murthy-led company.
Harpreet Singh Saluja, NITES president, stated in a letter to Labor Minister Mansukh Mandaviya that affected employees had already faced a two-year delay in joining after receiving offer letters. NITES has urged the government to investigate the layoffs under the Industrial Disputes Act of 1947, calling for penal action and reinstatement of terminated employees.
The complaint highlights that Infosys did not provide prior notice or severance packages, leaving employees in financial distress. Meanwhile, Infosys defended its move, citing an existing policy where freshers must clear assessments within three attempts to continue employment—a practice followed for over two decades.
