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Gurugram CEO’s viral hiring rant after Rs 36 LPA demand sparks backlash
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Published on 29 April 2026
He accepted the offer, then asked for 36 LPA
A Gurugram startup CEO, Jasveer Singh, sparked debate after posting about a backend hire who accepted an offer of 28 LPA with a 33% hike, then demanded 36 LPA just two days before joining after getting another offer. The CEO said the candidate’s sudden change led the company to pause other interviews, calling it “nonsense.”
- Candidate accepted 28 LPA, then demanded 36 LPA days before joining
- Startup CEO said the flip forced other interviews to stop
- Post went viral, triggering debate on candidate professionalism
- Raises questions about offer acceptance and hiring processes
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