A Bengaluru-based software engineer’s story has gone viral after he revealed being laid off from a top IT company despite having paid over ₹30 lakh in taxes over the years. The techie, speaking anonymously through social media, said he felt abandoned by the system and is now struggling with depression and financial instability.
📉 “No Social Support Despite Paying Taxes”: A Cry for Help
“I paid ₹30 lakh in taxes over a decade. In return, I got zero safety net, no unemployment support, and am now battling mental health issues,” the techie wrote.
The post has triggered a larger discussion about:
Mental health in the tech industry
Lack of government-backed social safety nets for salaried professionals
Severance policies of major IT firms in India
🧠 Depression, Anxiety Rising Among Laid-Off Workers
Experts and mental health professionals warn that layoffs in India’s tech sector are contributing to:
Increased anxiety and depression
Sudden financial vulnerability
Lack of state-level unemployment benefits compared to western economies
📢 Public Reaction: Debate Over Tax Utilization & Welfare
The post has sparked a wide conversation on platforms like LinkedIn and Reddit, with users divided over:
Government’s role in providing post-employment benefits
Corporate responsibility in mental health support
Whether salaried middle-class professionals are overlooked in welfare planning
❓FAQs
Q1. Why was the Bengaluru techie in the news?
He went public about being laid off and receiving no social or financial support despite having paid ₹30 lakh in taxes over his career.
Q2. Did he receive any severance package?
There is no confirmation yet, but the techie claims no substantial financial aid or mental health support was offered.
Q3. What does this incident highlight?
It underscores the lack of safety nets for salaried professionals in India, even those contributing large sums in taxes.
Q4. Are mental health issues common after layoffs?
Yes. Experts say layoffs often lead to depression, anxiety, and identity crises, especially in high-pressure industries like tech.
published on 30 june
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