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Jobs & Career
Amazon Axes 250 Staff in India Following New Kindle Launch
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 12:17 PM
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Amazon has terminated the employment of 250 staff members in India after the launch of its latest Kindle device, citing restructuring.
Amazon announced that it has laid off 250 employees in India following the launch of its newest Kindle e‑reader. The move is part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and concentrating resources on core product lines.
The company said the decision was driven by the need to adapt to changing market dynamics and to invest more heavily in its flagship devices. Employees affected by the layoffs were notified through official communication and will receive severance packages in accordance with company policy.
Amazon emphasized that it would provide support to the displaced workers, including career counseling and access to job placement services. The layoffs come as the company prepares to roll out additional features and updates for its Kindle ecosystem.
The company said the decision was driven by the need to adapt to changing market dynamics and to invest more heavily in its flagship devices. Employees affected by the layoffs were notified through official communication and will receive severance packages in accordance with company policy.
Amazon emphasized that it would provide support to the displaced workers, including career counseling and access to job placement services. The layoffs come as the company prepares to roll out additional features and updates for its Kindle ecosystem.