A company based in Pune, Maharashtra, has been receiving much backlash online for firing its employee, who was diagnosed with cancer. The incident happened at a multinational firm located in the Commerce Zone area of Yerawada. The employee, named Santosh Patole, has been working at the company for eight years as a Facility Manager and has over 20 years of experience.

He alleged that he was fired from his job while he was undergoing treatment. In April this year, Santosh was diagnosed with thyroid nodule isthmus cancer during the company’s annual health check-up. Upon receiving the report, he decided to take medical leave in May and June for surgery and further treatment. During this period, the company bore his medical expenses.

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