Archive · 25 Nov 2025
Gen Z Employee's Blunt Leave Text
A young employee in Delhi sent a very direct message to their boss saying they couldn't work because their eyes were burning from the bad air.
The boss shared this message on social media, and many people talked about how young workers today are more honest and straightforward.
Some people liked this direct way of communicating, while others shared their own stories about similar situations.
The city of Delhi has been having very bad air quality, which is making people sick.
A Gen Z employee sent a blunt WhatsApp message to their boss about taking a day off due to Delhi's hazardous air quality.
The message read: 'I won't be able to work today, my eyes are burning.'
The boss, Swapnil Srivastav, shared the message on social media, sparking a discussion about Gen Z's communication style.
Many people online reacted positively, appreciating the honesty and directness of the message.
Delhi has been experiencing severe pollution levels, affecting daily life and health.
- Who
- A Gen Z employee of Swapnil Srivastav, founder of Kidbea
- What
- Sent a blunt WhatsApp message requesting a day off due to hazardous air quality
- When
- November 24, 2025
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To take a day off due to severe pollution affecting health
- Employee
- Gen Z employee
- Employer
- Swapnil Srivastav, founder of Kidbea
- Message
- I won't be able to work today, my eyes are burning.
- Reason
- Hazardous air quality in Delhi
- Platform