From watching Babil’s interviews to online shopping: Employee gets HR warning, email goes viral

Are you one of those who watches reels or indulge in online shopping during office hours? There’s a chance that you are under the radar of your company’s HR department. 

A LinkedIn user recently shared how her friend received a warning email from her company’s HR department for this very reason.

The email addressed LinkedIn user’s friend Rishika’s utilization of Instagram during working hours, as well as her engagement with Netflix, Naukri.com, and Ajio.com while on duty. This behavior was noted despite a previous informal caution regarding watching Babil Khan interviews during work hours.

This Employee Was Also Accused Of Hoarding Coffee Pouches, Sugar Sachets And Disposable Plates From The Office Pantry

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The email also mentioned that Rishika and another employee, Shreya, were reported by multiple colleagues for taking coffee pouches, sugar sachets, Maggi, forks, and disposable plates from the office pantry for personal use. A screenshot of the email has now circulated widely on social media, igniting a discussion.

The company’s message stated, “Please remember, we already gave you a casual warning last week when you were caught watching Babil Khan interviews while on duty! Many of your colleagues have also reported that you and Shreya carry coffee pouches, sugar sachets, Maggi, forks, and disposable plates from the pantry for personal use. Please note that stealing products from office property is strictly prohibited.”

Here’s the post:

Internet Is Both Amused And Flabbergasted At The Same Time

While some supported HR’s stance and stressed the significance of respecting company resources and working hours, others found the situation amusing and sympathized with Rishika.

One user said, ”I believe HR has a valid point. Taking small items without permission is not acceptable. Earning money hourly but squandering it is not justifiable.”

Another wrote, ”That’s a tough situation. It’s good that they communicated their concerns. Maybe it’s a chance to revisit how to balance personal time and work. Hope it gets sorted out smoothly.”

A third one said, ”I think the HR is right! Sumit Mishra. Engaging in theft, regardless of the scale, is unacceptable behaviour that undermines trust and integrity in the workplace.”

“Such a clear communication and highly required as well !company provides salary for working, not for our extra curricular activities.. and to steal company property, is showing poor mindset!,” another one added.