Death of EY Employee Sparks National Debate on Toxic Work Culture

Government investigates Ernst & Young India after 26-year-old Anna Sebastian Perayil's death, allegedly due to work stress and excessive hours.

Anna Sebastian Perayil, a 26-year-old employee at EY's Pune office, died in July, reportedly from overwork and stress.
Shashi Tharoor met with Perayil's parents, calling for new laws and regulations to address toxic work environments.
A letter from Perayil's mother criticizing EY's work culture went viral, prompting a nationwide outcry and social media campaign #JusticeForAnna.
Government investigations revealed that EY's Pune office lacked a mandatory permit to regulate work hours, operating without it since 2007.
EY India expressed deep condolences and stated they are cooperating fully with the investigation, aiming to improve employee wellbeing.