Behind the story of HDFC Bank viral video that led to the suspension of senior executive ‘Pushpal Roy’!
HDFC Bank took action on Monday by suspending one of its senior executives ‘Pushpal Roy’ in Kolkata following allegations of engaging in unruly behavior towards colleagues during an internal meeting. The incident was captured in a video that quickly circulated on social media, showcasing the officer shouting at junior colleagues over their performance in selling banking and insurance products.
Pushpal Roy HDFC Bank Viral Video
A concerning incident highlighting a toxic work environment emerged as a top executive from HDFC Bank was recorded verbally abusing colleagues during an online meeting. The video quickly went viral on social media, triggering discussions among netizens about the challenging working conditions in corporate India, where meeting deadlines and targets are prioritized over employee well-being. The video clearly captured the executive using abusive language and publicly humiliating juniors.
The now-suspended senior executive can be heard in the video asking his juniors, “How many savings and current accounts have you opened in the last two days? Tell me.” He also directed his anger at another employee, stating, “You were supposed to open 15, but you have only opened 5.”
#HDFC bank’s Manager Mr. Pushpal Roy. Employees were treated in an unprofessional way. I would have given back right there. Not sure why & how employees are tolerating. He is completely demoralised and done blatant attacked on employees. Should be fired ! #toxicworkenvironment pic.twitter.com/m0IrfqXl6b
— Sara (@srchetlur) June 5, 2023
After the video was shared on Twitter, HDFC Bank promptly responded, stating,
“Hi Sara, this bears reference to a recent social media report. Basis a preliminary enquiry in the matter, the concerned employee has been suspended and a detailed investigation has been initiated which will be undertaken as per Conduct guidelines of the Bank. We at HDFC Bank have a zero tolerance policy for any form of misconduct at the workplace and firmly believe in treating all our employees with dignity and respect.” Ajay, Service Manager, conveyed this message on Twitter.
Hi Sara, this bears reference to a recent social media report. Basis a preliminary enquiry in the matter, the concerned employee has been suspended and a detailed investigation has been initiated which will be undertaken as per Conduct guidelines of the Bank. We at HDFC Bank have…
— HDFC Bank Cares (@HDFCBank_Cares) June 5, 2023
On Twitter, a user questioned the bank’s employees, stating,
“An HDFC Bank Senior VP is seen shouting at his employees for not meeting targets Confirmed from a friend who understands Bengali, he is asking his junior to sell 75 insurance policies in a day🤯 Is this why these bank employees missell us policies and investment products?”
An HDFC Bank Senior VP is seen shouting at his employees for not meeting targets
Confirmed from a friend who understands Bengali, he is asking his junior to sell 75 insurance policies in a day🤯
Is this why these bank employees missell us policies and investment products? pic.twitter.com/SGNabDZinR
— CA Kanan Bahl (@BahlKanan) June 5, 2023
The incident has reignited the debate surrounding work environments in India Inc. Another user shared,
“They are not normal employees; he is yelling at Branch Managers of different branches under his cluster. This is a daily event I witnessed as well. Nothing surprising. The entire management is like this.”
Another user highlighted the need for a respectful work environment, stating,
“In corporate settings, everyone faces pressure and challenging times. While job security may be at stake, screaming and using irrelevant and irresponsible language should not be tolerated. The honorable sir is a highly qualified CA and VP. He should apologize.”
HDFC Bank Responds to Viral Video
In response to a viral video showing an HDFC Bank senior executive shouting at employees for failing to meet targets, HDFC Bank issued a statement on social media, stating,
“We take note of the recent social media report.After conducting a preliminary inquiry, we have suspended the concerned employee pending a detailed investigation. At HDFC Bank, we have a zero tolerance policy for any form of misconduct and strive to treat all our employees with dignity and respect.”
