Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's comments on teaching resilience through spirituality in response to a young accountant's death spark criticism and a government investigation into EY's work culture.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is facing criticism for her comments on stress management following the death of 26-year-old Anna Sebastian Perayil, a chartered accountant at Ernst & Young (EY). Sitharaman suggested that colleges should teach students resilience through spirituality. Critics, including opposition leaders, argue her remarks are insensitive and do not address systemic issues in the corporate environment, prompting a government investigation into EY's work culture.

September 22, 2024
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