Forced to Resign Without Reason: Should I Consider Legal Action or Other Steps?

I have been working with the company for the last 5 years and I am a confirmed employee. I have also received an increment in the current financial year. Now, my company is forcing me to resign, and they are not providing any specific reason, only mentioning that they are increasing manpower. They have threatened to terminate me if I do not resign.

Seeking Guidance on Forced Resignation

Please guide me on what I can do in such a case. Should I consider taking legal action or not? What steps should I take? Please advise.

Regards,
Santosh
Jr. Executive Accountant

There may be different reasons a company would want an employee to resign; however, the best way is to always communicate the reason for the same.

Drafting a Resignation vs. Termination

Drafting a resignation is always better than getting terminated, as it will have a different impact on background verification when you go for the next job.

You can actually send an email to HR:

"I have been informed by [specific person's name] that a resignation is being expected from me. However, I would like to know the reason why the company wishes to end the employee-employer relationship with me. I would like to discuss if something can be done. If it is related to performance, I can assure you that once we discuss and set clear goals for me to achieve, I shall not disappoint you. Kindly share the reasons and oblige."

Kind regards,
[Your Name]

Advice on Handling Forced Resignation

Rather than postponing the issue, I advise you to buy some time from the company and look for a new job. If HR has asked for your resignation, it is presumed that the company does not want your services. It's better to move on.

I am sure they cannot terminate your services, so it's better to buy some time and look for a new job.

Wishing you all the success!