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Ola Electric Layoffs: Ola Electric is tightening its operations as the electric two-wheeler maker pivots from rapid expansion to financial stability. The
Bengaluru-based company has decided to reduce around 5 per cent of its staff as part of a restructuring exercise designed to push the business closer to profitability. Instead of chasing volumes alone, Ola says it is reworking its front-end systems with heavier use of automation and stricter execution. The idea, according to the company, is to create a sharper, leaner organisation that can grow without burning cash.
Expected to impact nearly 260 roles
With a workforce of a little over 12000 employees as of March 2025, the move is expected to impact nearly 260 roles. This is not Ola’s first round of belt-tightening. Last year, the SoftBank-backed firm cut more than 1000 jobs, arguing that automation was already helping improve margins in customer-facing operations.Once the undisputed leader of India’s e-scooter space, Ola has seen its dominance weaken. Traditional manufacturers such as Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor have expanded aggressively with wider dealer networks and new models, while Ather Energy has also gained traction. As competition intensified, Ola’s early advantage began to fade.
