Headline: "They Still Have Slavery": Techie Slams Indian Working Culture, Users Echo the Cry
In a scathing post on social media, a tech professional has sparked a heated debate by describing the working culture in India as "slavery". The post has gone viral, with many users sharing their own experiences and echoing the sentiment.
The original post reads: "They still have slavery. I’m not even exaggerating. Indian corporate culture is brutal. I’ve worked 12-14 hours a day, 6 days a week. My managers don’t care about my well-being or my life outside of work. They only care about the work and how much they can squeeze out of me. I’m not alone in this. Many of my colleagues are in the same boat. It’s like we’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of burnout and exhaustion."
The comment has triggered a massive reaction on social media, with many users sharing their own horror stories and experiences of working unrelated to the tech industry. While some have expressed support for the original poster, others have countered with criticisms, defending the Indian corporate culture and the long working hours that are often expected.
However, the majority of commenters have rallied around the original poster, sharing their own tales of workplace exploitation and burnout. One user wrote, "I’m not a techie, but I work in the retail industry and it’s the same story. We’re treated like machines, not humans. I’m even more exhausted after a long day at work, and it’s affecting my personal life."
Another user pointed out that the phenomenon is not limited to specific industries or companies, but is a widespread issue in Indian corporate culture. "It’s not just tech or retail, it’s across all sectors. Many professionals, especially in the service industry, are expected to put inovertime without any overtime pay or benefits. We need to change this culture."
Several users have also highlighted the irony of the situation, where employees are expected to work long hours, often with minimal breaks, while their managers themselves seem to be exempt from these expectations. "My manager expects me to work 12 hours a day, but she only expects me to be available for email and phone calls at night and on holidays. It’s like she thinks she’s above the ‘slave-like’ treatment she demands from us."
The debate has also touched on the sociological and economic implications of the long working hours and pressure to deliver. Some users have linked the phenomenon to the country’s economic ambitions and the burden on professionals to keep up with the pace. "We’re expected to be the ‘Tigers’ of the global economy, but we’re literally being worn out in the process. We need a new paradigm, one that prioritizes human well-being over profits and growth."
The original post has generated a heated and long-lasting debate, with many demanding change and reform within the Indian corporate landscape. As one user succinctly put it, "It’s high time we recognize that we’re not machines, but humans, and that our well-being and life outside of work matter just as much as our productivity and performance."
