A 31-year-old Bengaluru software developer has reportedly declined a Rs 20 lakh salary increase that would have taken his annual pay from Rs 45 lakh to more than Rs 65 lakh. According to UAbility founder Rohan Dhawan, the promotion would have brought late-night calls, travel, a larger team and less personal time. His decision has prompted professionals online to debate money, family and career priorities.

A tech professional earning Rs 36 lakh a year with a five to six-hour workday and no weekend work is facing a difficult career choice after receiving an offer worth nearly twice…

A software developer based in Bengaluru turned down a ₹20 lakh salary hike in order to maintain his work-life balance. | Trending