A manager’s tone-deaf response to an employee grieving the loss of his grandfather has ignited a fresh conversation online about workplace boundaries and the pressure to remain constantly available. The exchange, shared on Reddit’s IndianWorkplace forum , quickly went viral and has become a talking point for social media users frustrated with unrealistic expectations in corporate environments.

The employee had sent his manager a simple text: “Morning sir, my nana passed away last night, won’t be able to come to office today.” While the manager responded with condolences, what followed left many stunned.

“So sorry to hear that. Take the day off. But we are onboarding a couple of clients today. Can you stay on the induction call? Be active on WhatsApp as well and pitch in with the design

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