'Dad passed away a week ago, but...': Techie denied WFH after father’s death; Manager's "insensitive" reply sparks outrage on Reddit

An Indian tech professional's request for work from home after their father's death was denied, sparking outrage on Reddit. The employee, amidst performing post-death rituals, was instructed to return to the office, highlighting corporate insensitivity. Reddit users offered support and criticised the lack of bereavement leave laws in India, igniting debate on employee wellbeing and rigid corporate cultures.