Sumit Mishra shared on LinkedIn that his friend Rishika received a warning from HR for using Instagram, Netflix, Naukri.com, and Ajio.com during work hours. The company also addressed an incident where Rishika was caught watching Babil Khan interviews on duty and mentioned her taking office pantry items for personal use, which is strictly prohibited.
The company wrote to her, "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."
Social Media Reaction:
The post has gone viral now, garnering numerous comments. Many people flocked to the comments section and shared their reactions
.One person wrote, "I think HR is right. It's not okay to steal things, no matter how small. It's not okay to earn money by the hour and then waste it."
Another user commented: "That's a tough situation. It's good that they clearly communicated their concerns. Maybe it's an opportunity to reconsider how to balance personal time and work? Hopefully, it gets resolved smoothly!"
A third user replied: "Clear communication is really important! The company pays a salary for work, not for our extracurricular activities, and stealing company property shows a poor mindset!"
A fourth commenter wrote: "I agree with HR! Engaging in theft, no matter the scale, is unacceptable behavior that undermines trust and integrity in the workplace."