Pune IT Professionals Seek Work from Home Amid Heavy Rains and Traffic Chaos
Unseasonal rains in Pune have led to severe traffic jams and waterlogging in the Hinjewadi tech hub, prompting IT professionals to request work from home to avoid dangerous conditions.
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Tech employees reported that the waterlogging persisted for two days, causing significant disruptions. Many two-wheelers and cars were damaged due to water ingress, further exacerbating the traffic issues. Ashutosh Pandey, who moved to Hinjewadi two years ago, shared his experience: “It took me nearly an hour to travel just 3km. The Metro construction work made the roads even more congested.”
Another IT worker, Santosh Thakur, highlighted the dangers posed by hidden potholes. “Some areas in Phase 2 and 3 have big potholes that become extremely dangerous when hidden under water during rain,” he said. This added to the risks faced by employees, who were already struggling with long commute times and water-damaged vehicles.
Despite many companies having policies that require employees to come to the office a few days each month, several workers are opting to apply for WFH. They acknowledged that this might affect their performance reviews, but they had no other choice. “Companies should be more understanding, especially when there are serious infrastructure problems in such an important tech hub,” said Ashutosh Pandey.
There has been no official response from IT companies regarding the difficulties faced by their employees. No arrangements have been made for those who got stuck due to the rain. Dnyanendra Hulsure, president of the Hinjawadi Employees and Residents’ Association, emphasized the need for a more flexible approach. “Allowing WFH during the monsoon or until Metro work is finished would reduce traffic and stress,” he stated.
Pawanjit Mane, head of the IT employees’ union, added that the issues in Hinjewadi are recurrent and affect both the physical and mental health of workers. “Hinjewadi faces the same issues every year, and it’s time for companies to take a more proactive role in ensuring the well-being of their employees,” he said.
The ongoing infrastructure challenges in Hinjewadi, including the Metro construction, have significantly worsened the situation. IT professionals are now urging companies to implement more flexible work policies to mitigate the risks and stress associated with commuting during the monsoon season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are IT professionals in Hinjewadi requesting work from home?
IT professionals are requesting work from home due to severe traffic jams and waterlogging caused by heavy rains, which make commuting dangerous and time-consuming.
What are the major issues faced by employees in Hinjewadi?
Employees face long commute times, water-damaged vehicles, hidden potholes, and overall traffic congestion due to waterlogging and ongoing Metro construction work.
How are companies responding to the requests for work from home?
There has been no official response from IT companies, and no special arrangements have been made for employees who got stuck due to the rain.
What are the long-term effects of these issues on IT professionals?
The recurrent issues affect both the physical and mental health of workers, leading to increased stress and potential performance issues.
What solutions are being proposed by employee unions?
Employee unions are urging companies to allow work from home during the monsoon or until Metro work is completed to reduce traffic and stress.
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