HCLTech employee dies after heart attack at Nagpur office; company claims gave emergency care at campus clinic

A senior analyst at HCLTechnologies Ltd. passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest at the company's office in Nagpur. Nitin Edwin Michael, 40, was found unresponsive in the office washroom around 7 pm on Friday evening. His colleagues immediately provided emergency care at the on-site clinic before rushing him to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Nagpur. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead upon arrival.

Local police have registered a case of accidental death and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Initial autopsy reports suggest that Michael died of cardiac arrest. Michael is survived by his wife and a six-year-old son, according to police.

HCLTech statement on Nitin Edwin Michael's death

HCLTech expressed deep sorrow over Michael's passing, calling it an unfortunate incident and a tragic loss. The company stated that they provided emergency healthcare support at the campus clinic and immediately transported him to the hospital. They are also offering all necessary assistance to Michael's family. The company emphasized its commitment to employee well-being, highlighting healthcare programs such as on-campus clinics and annual preventive health checks.

HCLTech spokesperson said “HCLTech spokesperson said “This is an unfortunate incident and a tragic loss. We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased employee and are providing all possible assistance to them. In this incident, the employee was provided emergency support at the campus healthcare clinic and rushed to the hospital. The wellbeing of our people is of utmost priority and HCLTech provides healthcare programs for its all employees and their families, including on-campus clinics and annual preventive health checks.”