Overview

• The X post by handle @Nyctophilic___ garnered over 56,000 views on July 24, urging companies to allow work-from-home to avoid energy and money wasted in traffic and poor infrastructure
• Many commenters argued that physical presence should be limited to once a month to reduce burnout and retain employees
• Users highlighted that most corporate meetings occur on Microsoft Teams, questioning the need for daily commutes for virtual calls
• Netizens pointed to mental exhaustion and deteriorating air quality during long commutes and noted that WFH opportunities have become scarcer
• No official response from employers or policymakers has been reported and the post’s authenticity remains unverified, intensifying calls for flexible work models