Hello, I am an HR in a software company. Recently, it came to light that a male employee has been harassing a couple of female employees. It was not direct physical harassment but indirect, such as calling them and texting them inside and outside the office, inquiring about their health, what they are doing, etc. When this came to the management's attention and he was questioned about it, he pleaded that he suffers from psychological problems. Before any action could be taken, he took a long medical leave. When he rejoined, he worked for a couple of days and one day left mid-shift, pleading ill health. He emailed his manager later that day, stating that he will not continue and has resigned with immediate effect. He provided a doctor’s prescription of his medication along with his resignation email. He subsequently sent his father with a hard copy of his resignation and a note from his psychiatrist prescribing medication and two weeks of rest. The management informed him that they are willing to give him 90 days to recover and rejoin work. If he does not feel like continuing, he can serve his notice period and then leave (after rejoining). He has refused the management’s offer and is willing to forego a month's salary (due). The management has decided to accept his resignation but would mention the reason for his leaving in his relieving letter, which is “unable to work due to psychological problems.” Are we allowed to mention psychological problems legally?
Regards, Ritu Singh
From India, undefined
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Dear Ritu,
What are you going to achieve by giving unnecessary remarks on the relieving letter? Just show reason for separation as "Resigned from Service on his own accord". Remarks about the employee's medical condition on the relieving letter will serve as communication to his future employers. Why do you want to do that? Be concerned about your company affairs and let the matter end there.
Thanks,
Dinesh Divekar
From India, Bangalore
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8072What are you going to achieve by giving unnecessary remarks on the relieving letter? Just show reason for separation as "Resigned from Service on his own accord". Remarks about the employee's medical condition on the relieving letter will serve as communication to his future employers. Why do you want to do that? Be concerned about your company affairs and let the matter end there.
Thanks,
Dinesh Divekar
From India, Bangalore
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