Elon Musk's Twitter Layoffs: X Ordered to Pay Rs 5 Crore Compensation to Ex-Employee

 X Ordered to Pay Rs 5 Crore to Fired Employee

 

In a significant development, X (formerly known as Twitter) has been ordered to pay Rs 5 crore as compensation to a former employee who was terminated during the mass layoffs following Elon Musk's acquisition of the social media platform. The court's decision comes as a response to a lawsuit filed by the ex-employee, alleging wrongful termination and breach of contract.

The layoffs, which occurred shortly after Musk's $44 billion takeover of Twitter, saw thousands of employees lose their jobs as part of a cost-cutting strategy. The employee in question, who held a senior position, argued that the dismissal was unjust and not in line with the terms agreed upon during their employment.

The court ruled in favor of the former employee, citing that the termination violated specific employment terms and warranted a substantial financial compensation. The ruling has drawn attention to the broader impact of Musk's decisions on the workforce at X, sparking debates about corporate responsibility and employee rights.

X has not yet issued an official statement regarding the ruling, but sources suggest that the company may consider an appeal. The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the tech giant as it navigates the complex landscape of post-acquisition restructuring.

As the situation develops, this ruling may set a precedent for other cases brought by former employees affected by the widespread layoffs at X.

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Rohan rawat