In the midst of lower sales and increasing competition in the world's fastest-growing telecom market, Motorola, which is facing lower sales now, has decided to shut down its distribution division in India. It has been learnt that now the distribution work will be done out of Singapore.

As of now150 people have already been informed regarding the loss of their jobs, though it is not known how many people worked in the division and will have to quit.

The sources reported, "While the layoffs are currently restricted to a few people in the distribution segment, it could soon extend to other divisions in India, including research and development."

These employees are being outplaced by Motorola to other handset companies as well as telecom operators. The employees of Motorola; who would mark their presence for interviews beginning next week.

It would be astonishing to know that in August 2005, Motorola had recognized India as the headquarters for high growth market as it was focusing on lower-tier products. Back then, the company was investing enormously in marketing campaigns and in expanding distribution through partners as well as on its own.

But sadly, Motorola, which in 2005 made a big name for itself by launching 'Razr' range, has failed to repeat the story of success in India as well worldwide. The company's decision to spin off the handset business has been postponed by it. It has also been learnt that worldwide, Motorola has announced 4,000 job cuts in the mobile division as well as other businesses. It should also be noted here that this all is in addition to 6,700 jobs cut in 2008.