TCS Layoffs, US TCS, US Techies, H-1B Visas, Discrimination, US Employees

TCS Layoffs, US TCS, US Techies, H-1B Visas, Discrimination, US Employees (image source: Canva)

TCS Layoffs: A group of American tech professionals has accused TCS (Tata Consultancy Services) of abruptly terminating their employment and replacing many of their positions with workers from India on H-1B visas, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.

Allegations and Complaints On TCS

According to the report, American workers have alleged that TCS engaged in illegal discrimination based on race and age, terminating their employment and transferring some of their responsibilities to lower-paid Indian immigrants holding temporary work visas.

Since late December, at least 22 workers have filed complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) against TCS, citing preferential treatment towards individuals on H-1B visas. The EEOC is responsible for enforcing federal laws that prohibit discrimination against job applicants or employees based on various factors, including race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or genetic information.

Response from TCS

In response to inquiries about allegations of discrimination against American professionals, a spokesperson for TCS refuted the claims, stating that the allegations were meritless and misleading. The spokesperson emphasized TCS’s strong track record as an equal opportunity employer in the US, asserting the company’s commitment to integrity and values in its operations.

Accusations and Counterarguments

The layoffs affecting workers with more seniority are common, American professionals argue that TCS violated the law by targeting them based on protected characteristics such as age and race. They contend that the company’s actions displayed preferential treatment towards Indian workers in the US holding coveted H-1B visas.

Furthermore, the accusation that Indian firms exploit the H-1B visa process to bring workers of Indian descent to the US instead of hiring local talent is frequently raised. However, data indicates an increase in US hiring among most IT companies as part of efforts to navigate visa challenges.

Previous Incidents

In 2018, TCS successfully defended itself against employment discrimination allegations when a court in California acquitted the company of charges of bias toward Indian employees over US residents.