As a manager in a multinational company in India, I’m facing a tough situation. One of my team members, a contract worker, operated a forklift without a valid company license. Even though I wasn’t there when it happened, the company held me responsible for this safety concern and asked me to resign. However, the employee is still working. Is this decision legally sound? What are the chances of winning a case challenging it?

Indian law holds managers accountable for ensuring safety compliance within their teams, including proper licensing for equipment operation. However, directly linking your absence to the incident and solely relying on that for your dismissal may be legally questionable. The chances of winning a case challenging your termination would depend on specific details and evidence, such as your oversight responsibilities, company policies, and any prior warnings.