Overview

• The anonymous poster said they took sudden leave because a premature newborn niece was in the NICU and noted a clean record since joining as a fresher in January.
• The shared screenshot shows the manager replying “okay beta, thanks for updating,” then adding, “if there is any possibility to come tomorrow then please try for it.”
• Hindustan Times and News18 highlighted widespread condemnation of the message as insensitive and shared calls for the employee to prioritise family.
• Times Now said it could not independently confirm the details or authenticity of the Reddit post, reflecting limits around verification.
• No response from the employer or manager has been reported, and the episode echoes recurring viral disputes over leave and workplace expectations.