Archive · 27 May 2025
Ex-Microsoft MD Sues Over 'Constructive Dismissal'
Lathika Pai, who used to lead Microsoft's startup programs in India, is taking the company to court.
She says she was forced to quit because of bad working conditions, a situation called 'constructive dismissal'.
Pai claims she was treated unfairly, including being ignored and harassed, and that the company didn't protect her.
She is asking for money to cover her lost pay, bonuses, and for the emotional distress she says she suffered.
Microsoft has not yet commented on the lawsuit.
The court case is scheduled to start in June in Bengaluru, India.
Lathika Pai, ex-MD of Microsoft for Startups India, is suing Microsoft India.
Pai alleges constructive dismissal, hostile work environment, and policy violations.
The lawsuit was initially filed in Delhi and is now in a Bengaluru civil court.
Pai claims she faced cyber harassment, exclusion, and public overlooking of her work.
Pai resigned in October 2024, citing distress; Microsoft has not issued a statement.
- Who
- Lathika Pai is suing Microsoft India.
- What
- Pai is suing Microsoft for constructive dismissal, hostile work environment, and policy violations.
- When
- Pai resigned on October 8, 2024; the case will be heard on June 9.
- Where
- The case is in Bengaluru Civil Court.
- Why
- Pai alleges a hostile work environment and forced resignation, seeking compensation.
- Plaintiff
- Lathika Pai, former MD of Microsoft for Startups India
- Defendant
- Microsoft India
- Allegation
- Constructive Dismissal and Hostile Work Environment
- Resignation Date
- October 8, 2024
- Court
- Bengaluru Civil Court
- Hearing Date
- June 9
- Requested Compensation
- Lost salaries, bonuses, stock options, reputational damage, and emotional suffering