Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Indian Employee Upset Over Diwali Work Policy
An Indian employee working for an American company was upset because she had to work in the office during Diwali, a major Indian holiday, while her American and European colleagues could take vacation.
She argued with her boss, and felt disrespected.
Colleagues sympathized and shared similar experiences.
This resulted in one colleague canceling their leave.
Some felt Indian employees were treated unfairly.
An Indian woman working for an American MNC expressed frustration about being required to work in the office during Diwali.
She shared her experience on social media, stating she had a heated argument with her senior manager.
The employee felt the company did not respect Indian employees' needs compared to their Western counterparts.
She was denied the opportunity to work from her hometown during Diwali week.
A colleague ultimately canceled their leave to cover office duties during the holiday.
- Who
- An anonymous Indian employee and her senior manager.
- What
- An Indian employee's frustration with her company's Diwali work policies.
- When
- During Diwali, recently.
- Where
- At an American MNC with offices in India.
- Why
- Because she was required to work in the office during Diwali when she desired to be with her family.
Employee Perspective
Company Perspective (Unknown)
Workplace Equity
Employee Perspective
Indian employees feel they are treated unfairly, with fewer benefits and less flexibility than Western colleagues.
Company Perspective (Unknown)
The company's stance is not provided.
- Company Type
- American MNC
- Work Model
- Hybrid
- Main issue
- Mandatory in-office work during Diwali
- Employee's location
- India
