Indian technology company Wipro is reportedly winding down its operations in Bangladesh, issuing termination notices to over 150 employees amidst claims of government-backed influence in shifting corporate priorities. The sudden dismissals have raised concerns among affected employees, who are now calling for fair compensation and government intervention to secure their rights.
Employees allege that promises of long-term career prospects and global opportunities made by the company were not fulfilled, with the Human Resources department failing to address these commitments. Despite employee appeals against the abrupt layoffs, Wipro’s management has reportedly declined to assume responsibility for severance compensation.
In light of these developments, industry representatives have urged the interim government to investigate whether Wipro’s operations complied with local regulations and to assess the potential for illicit financial transactions and the transmission of sensitive data through the company’s telecom services.
Several employees, speaking anonymously, expressed frustration that Wipro has allegedly withheld legally mandated increments and bonuses, disregarding multiple requests to comply with Bangladesh’s labor laws. They claim that Wipro exploited political power shifts to exit Bangladesh, with its telecom partner terminating the contract following a change in government. Allegedly, these same officials have now arranged managed services agreements with other prominent companies involved in previous ICT-sector dealings.
Employees also reported that Wipro’s management, based in India, operated remotely, leaving them without accessible local representatives. Upon visiting the company’s office in Gulshan, employees found it unoccupied, with a security guard indicating that no management personnel are present on-site.
