Being 4 months pregnant and working in a Kolkata-based IT company for almost 6 years, I’m facing a tough situation. My company, with around 400 employees, is downsizing and restructuring the Finance department, which I’m a part of. They’re asking me to resign. How can I ensure I receive my maternity benefits? My appointment letter states I’m entitled to 2 months of basic salary as notice pay if I resign. What’s the best course of action?

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Law Forum › Category: Labour & Service › Being 4 months pregnant and working in a Kolkata-based IT company for almost 6 years, I’m facing a tough situation. My company, with around 400 employees, is downsizing and restructuring the Finance department, which I’m a part of. They’re asking me to resign. How can I ensure I receive my maternity benefits? My appointment letter states I’m entitled to 2 months of basic salary as notice pay if I resign. What’s the best course of action?
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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

Being 4 months pregnant and working in a Kolkata-based IT company for almost 6 years, I’m facing a tough situation. My company, with around 400 employees, is downsizing and restructuring the Finance department, which I’m a part of. They’re asking me to resign. How can I ensure I receive my maternity benefits? My appointment letter states I’m entitled to 2 months of basic salary as notice pay if I resign. What’s the best course of action?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Based on your situation, you should refuse to resign and seek legal advice. The company’s action may be considered unfair termination due to pregnancy, which is illegal under Indian law. You are entitled to maternity benefits even if you are terminated, and your notice pay should be factored into this.

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