Staff Asked To Pay For Office Diwali Bash, Internet Reacts

As offices across India prepare for the festive cheer of Diwali, one company’s celebration plan has drawn sharp criticism online. A viral Reddit post exposed a WhatsApp message from a firm that made its Diwali party “mandatory” for all employees while also asking them to contribute money. The post triggered an intense discussion about professionalism, work culture, and the growing discomfort among employees when personal boundaries are crossed in the name of team bonding.