Employment terminated during pregnancy. Pls help!

[Primeparidhi385]

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Primeparidhi385
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January 24, 2025 at 12:19 pm

Following up on my last [post](https://www.reddit.com/r/LegalAdviceIndia/s/LYyyGSPE7P)
The company today sent out an email to me stating that they’ll discontinue my services as they can’t extend wfh anymore for me (I have doctor’s certificate and approved wfh emails stating that I am pregnant). Should I reply to the email?
Should I proceed legally and if I do, will I be able to make anything out of it?
Any advice is welcome.

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[User_b0c3dcb1]

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January 24, 2025 at 12:45 pm

Idts you can do much legally. Such behaviour is common in non MNC companies and lala companies

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[Primeparidhi385]

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Primeparidhi385
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January 24, 2025 at 12:46 pm

Not the kind of answer I am looking for 😭

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[Harishguy315]

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Harishguy315
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January 24, 2025 at 12:59 pm

That may be true for some companies, but pregnancy discrimination is still illegal under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
People often avoid taking the legal route, which is why companies feel they can exploit employees, but it’s important to stand up for your rights.

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[User_b984977c]

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January 24, 2025 at 5:59 pm

Whats with this bs, if you are not a lawyer or unaware of the rules do not comment, no ones asking for personal opinions.

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[Harishguy315]

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Harishguy315
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January 24, 2025 at 12:54 pm

You should definitely reply to the email to document your stance. Politely inform them that their decision violates the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, which protects pregnant employees from termination during pregnancy. Attach your doctor’s certificate and WFH approvals for reference.

Proceed legally by consulting a labor lawyer or reaching out to the National Commission for Women (NCW) or a local labor court. Your case has merit as pregnancy discrimination is illegal in India, and you can demand reinstatement, compensation, or both. Document everything and act promptly to strengthen your case.

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[Braveseeker242]

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Braveseeker242
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January 24, 2025 at 1:29 pm

which city?

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[Silentknight5363]

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Silentknight5363
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January 24, 2025 at 11:25 pm

Lawyer here. Which city?

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