Nirmala Sitharaman Advocates Stress Management in Colleges After EY Employee’s Tragic Death

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while addressing an event in Chennai, called for the introduction of stress management lessons in colleges and universities, following the recent death of a young Chartered Accountant employed with Ernst and Young (EY). The tragedy has raised concerns about workplace stress, particularly among young professionals. Sitharaman emphasized the importance of teaching students how to cope with pressure alongside their academic education. She suggested that stress management should be integrated into educational curriculums, just as life lessons are often taught within families. The minister's remarks have sparked a debate on the role of education in preparing students for workplace challenges.

Congress Criticizes Nirmala Sitharaman’s Remarks on EY Employee’s Death and Stress Management

The Congress party criticized Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s response to the EY employee’s death, calling her suggestion of stress management lessons in colleges an inadequate response to the broader issue of work-related pressure. During her speech, Sitharaman spoke of a Chartered Accountant who was unable to cope with job pressure, resulting in her tragic death. The Congress has argued that the government should take more serious steps to address the rising issue of workplace stress rather than focusing on stress management training alone. This incident has sparked a wider conversation about mental health and the responsibility of employers and the government in ensuring safe work environments.