Wipro Enterprises has permanently shut down one of its manufacturing units in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, leading to widespread layoffs. The decision, announced on 24 May 2025, follows nearly six months of continuous labour unrest and a workers’ strike that began in December 2024.
The shutdown has left about 80 employees without jobs. Workers were reportedly turned away from the factory gates on the morning of 24 May by security personnel, who informed them of the closure. The shocked employees, many of whom claimed they had resumed work in December, were unaware of the company’s final decision.
The closure is a result of the operational disruptions and mounting financial losses. Wipro cited economic unsustainability as the reason for the decision. Despite ongoing negotiations with the workers’ union, the two sides failed to reach a settlement. Disagreements over the withdrawal of police cases filed against some employees reportedly became a major sticking point in the talks.
The company has confirmed that it will provide legally mandated compensation and support to the affected workers. However, the mass layoffs have sparked protests in the area and prompted the union to file complaints with the state’s chief minister and Labour Department.
The Baddi unit had been crucial to Wipro’s manufacturing operations. Its closure is a significant blow to the local workforce and the region’s industrial ecosystem. While one Wipro factory in Baddi remains operational, the shutdown of this unit reflects the growing strain between employers and workers in India’s industrial belts.
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It is the case always. First people will not have job. Once getting job they demand 1 roti and then 2 roti. After this they demand full meals full rest full pay ….all these without any responsible attitude after forming union. No work full pay will be the attitude. People should remember as long as the tree grows and exists you can expect fruits flowers etc.