Workers at the office were instructed to write test 50 times by hand as a form of discipline, leaving netizens stunned.
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In an unexpected turn of events, a company in India has been criticized for its unusual discipline method after an employee was required to handwrite an entire test 50 times as punishment for not meeting a company-set pass threshold.
The incident, shared on the r/IndianWorkplaces subreddit, went viral, with many social media users finding the company's approach amusing and advising the original poster (OP) to consider switching jobs.
According to the OP, they scored 27 out of 33 on the test, which is approximately 82%. Despite this respectable score, the company's email stated that team members scoring below 90% were required to rewrite the entire paper 50 times by hand, outside of office hours.
This extreme measure was imposed to "reinforce accuracy, attention to detail, and consistent performance," the email claimed. However, many users found the method shockingly reminiscent of school punishments rather than professional workplace norms.
One user compared the company to a school, while another called the workplace the most petty. A third user expressed concern about the nature of the workplace, stating, "This is not a healthy work environment."
This is not the first time such incidents have been reported in Indian workplaces. Employees have shared experiences of being formally disciplined for ignoring work messages during pre-approved vacation time, reflecting blurred boundaries between work and personal life and excessive expectations for availability outside official hours.
Broader Indian workplace cultures reportedly involve various strict, sometimes arbitrary rules and disciplinary actions that are often criticized online for being unprofessional or overly harsh. These incidents illustrate a workplace culture in some Indian companies where discipline and compliance are enforced through unusual and often excessive punitive measures that contrast sharply with typical corporate practices elsewhere.
- In light of these incidents, it would be beneficial for Indian companies to prioritize workplace-wellness initiatives, focusing on promoting a healthier and more balanced work environment.
- Understanding the importance of employee health and wellness, some businesses are now offering education-and-self-development programs to equip their team members with essential skills for effective time management, helping them achieve a better work-life balance.
- Furthermore, finance departments of companies could allocate resources towards implementing wellness programs, as research indicates that these interventions lead to improved productivity, longevity, and overall employee satisfaction, ultimately benefiting the business as a whole.
