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Infosys' Chief Human Resources Officer, Shaji Mathew, has confirmed that the Labour Department is in contact with the company regarding ongoing investigations. This follows growing scrutiny of Infosys' employment practices and compliance with labor laws.
In an interview with PTI, Mathew emphasised Infosys' commitment to cooperating fully with the Labour Department. He stated, "We are in constant communication with the Labour Department and are providing all necessary information to assist with their inquiries. Infosys is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and transparency in all our operations."
The Labour Department's involvement with Infosys comes after reports of alleged labor law violations, including concerns about working conditions and wages. The department is conducting a detailed investigation to ensure Infosys complies with legal requirements and maintains a fair, safe workplace for its employees.
Mathew reassured employees and stakeholders that Infosys is taking the matter seriously and is committed to addressing any concerns raised by the Labour Department. He added, "We have always prioritized the well-being of our employees and will continue to do so. We are confident that our practices are in line with the regulations, and we will work closely with the authorities to resolve any issues."
He also acknowledged that the assessment failure rates this time were "slightly higher" than in previous instances. However, he dismissed claims that the tests were designed to ensure failure, stating that the trainees were terminated only after failing three consecutive internal assessments.
He explained that trainees are provided with three opportunities to pass the assessments, and if they are unable to do so after the third attempt, they must leave the organization. "This process has been in place for over two decades. Nothing has really changed," he said. He also reassured prospective freshers that the company's plans to hire 20,000 new employees in FY2025-26 are still on track.
Infosys is facing backlash for terminating hundreds of trainees at its Mysuru campus, sparking outrage among employees, unions, and the public.
In an official statement, Infosys confirmed that the layoffs were a result of trainees failing to clear internal assessments after three attempts. The company emphasized that this policy has been in place for over two decades and is designed to ensure a high standard of talent for its clients. "All freshers undergo extensive foundational training at our Mysuru campus and are expected to clear internal assessments. Those who fail to do so after three attempts are not able to continue with the organization," the statement read.
According to the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES), an independent IT employees' union, the layoffs have impacted nearly 700 trainees. NITES has accused Infosys of unethical practices, alleging that security personnel were deployed during the termination process to intimidate employees.