India Today Group denies reports of layoffs
In an email to its staff, the group has dismissed a WhatsApp message about the layoffs
India Today has denied news circulating on WhatsApp groups about the company preparing a list of 46 reporters, 6 cameramen and 17 producers who are being removed due to the COVID-19 losses.
The media house has now issued a statement that no such move has been undertaken.
“This kind of rumour mongering is done by ill-intentioned people trying to destabilize the fine work being done by the India Today Group in these challenging times. The Group's coverage of the coronavirus pandemic is top-notch and ratings are applause-worthy,” the channel stated in its response
“The Group is tremendously proud of its people and thanks them. In an email to all its staff, the Group has strongly dismissed the WhatsApp message. The Group has also issued a rebuttal on social media,” it further added.
The COVID-19 pandemic has already taken a toll across media outlets with reports of pay cuts and layoffs affecting thousands of professionals in print, digital and TV domains.
