Zomato, one of India’s leading food delivery giants, has recently come under fire for laying off 600 employees. Social media is abuzz with criticism, with many calling it an unfair and ruthless decision.
The layoffs come amid a slowdown in food delivery and increasing losses at Blinkit, Zomato’s quick-commerce arm. The company is reportedly tightening its belt, focusing on efficiency, and shedding employees deemed underperformers. However, multiple reports suggest that not all of those fired were let go due to performance issues.
A viral Reddit post has amplified the debate, detailing how an employee—despite a solid performance record—was allegedly dismissed for being late by just a few minutes over three months. Others have echoed similar sentiments, accusing Zomato of abrupt and harsh actions without offering employees a chance to improve.
Corporate downsizing is not new, especially in a challenging economic environment. Companies often justify such decisions as necessary for sustainability.
However, the way layoffs are executed matters. Transparent communication and fair severance policies can soften the impact, but when employees feel blindsided, companies risk damaging their reputation.
Zomato is yet to respond to these allegations in detail, but the backlash suggests growing concern over how tech companies handle workforce reductions.
The real question remains—was this a necessary corporate decision, or has Zomato taken cost-cutting too far?
