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Tech Professional Quits After Manager Blames Wedding and Father's Death for Project Delays

His viral Reddit post has drawn widespread outrage on social media, fueling calls for greater empathy in Indian corporate culture

Representative Image: Manager 'Blames' Employee's 'Personal Matter' And 'Father's Death' For Project Delays
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Overview

  • He joined a major Indian IT firm in 2022 as a fresher with an annual package of Rs 8.5 lakh and soon encountered a hostile work environment
  • A senior manager blocked his promotion over personal disagreements, prompting him to resign in April 2024 before being persuaded to stay
  • He was promised a 55% salary hike in writing but received only a 37% raise in April 2025
  • In a June 3 meeting his team lead told him his marriage and his father's death had delayed project timelines, leading him to hand in his resignation
  • His detailed Reddit account has gone viral, drawing support from peers online and spotlighting empathy deficits in corporate leadership