Nitika Kumari, a former employee of HSBC’s Global Service Centre in Hyderabad, has made several shocking revelations about the work culture at the bank. In a LinkedIn post, Kumari spoke out about the severe workplace toxicity and ethnic harassment she experienced during her tenure at the company.
Incidents of Workplace Toxicity
Kumari shared several incidents of ethnic insensitivity and objectifying remarks, highlighting inadequate responses from management and HR. One such incident occurred on April 22, 2024, when a colleague made an ethnically insensitive remark to her. She reported the incident to her supervisor, but nothing was done to address the issue.
Mental Health Challenges
Kumari’s experiences at HSBC led to serious mental health issues, including panic attacks and anxiety. She recounted how she had been neglecting comments by colleagues and seniors for a year, thinking that this was what corporate life felt like. However, the constant toxicity and harassment became unbearable, and she suffered from serious mental health issues and panic attacks.
Support and Calls for Action
Kumari’s post received widespread support and calls for action from the online community. Many users expressed solidarity with her and encouraged her to find a better workplace. The post also sparked a conversation about workplace culture and its impact on employees’ mental health.
