Overview

• A Bengaluru-based remote worker for a Sweden-based IT company shared on Reddit how frequent power outages in Indiranagar disrupt his meetings and job security.
• The worker, unable to afford an inverter, expressed anxiety over missed meetings and skepticism from his employer about the legitimacy of his excuses.
• The viral post has drawn mixed reactions on social media, with many urging the worker to take proactive steps such as investing in backup solutions or using co-working spaces.
• Commenters pointed out the broader issue of Bengaluru’s inadequate infrastructure, including power cuts, despite its reputation as India’s tech hub.
• The incident has reignited debates about the onus on remote workers to ensure stable connectivity versus the need for better urban infrastructure.