Software Engineer Dies by Electrocution Amidst Growing Concern Over Work Pressure

A Tamil Nadu-based software engineer, identified as Karthikeyan, tragically took his own life by electrocution, reportedly due to depression caused by work pressure. This incident comes amidst a nationwide discussion on work-life balance and mental health sparked by the recent death of an Ernst & Young employee, Anna Sebastian Perayil, also attributed to extreme work pressure. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding Karthikeyan’s death, highlighting the urgent need for workplaces to prioritize employee well-being.

EY Under Investigation After Death of Young Chartered Accountant Sparks Outrage

The death of Anna Sebastian Perayil, a 26-year-old chartered accountant who worked for EY, has sparked an investigation into the company’s workplace environment. The incident was brought to light by an emotional letter from her mother, Anita Augustine, who alleged that her daughter died due to excessive work pressure. The Union Labour Ministry has announced a probe into the allegations, while EY expressed their sorrow and offered condolences to the family.

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