Company in India Imposes "1.5 Million Won Fine" for Contacting Colleagues on Vacation

Indian IT Company 'Dream11' Unique Policy Draws Attention
"No Messenger, Email, or Phone Allowed"
Trend to Guarantee Vacation Rights to Prevent Talent Drain

An information technology (IT) company in India has attracted attention for imposing a fine of $1,200 (about 1.5 million won) on employees who disturb colleagues on vacation.

According to Bloomberg on the 10th (local time), the company is named 'Dream11' and operates a sports platform based in Mumbai. Founded in 2008, Dream11 requires employees to pay a fine of 100,000 rupees (about $1,200) if they contact colleagues during their vacation.

Bloomberg reported, "The thing people hate most when relaxing on a warm beach or hiking is receiving calls from colleagues," and added, "Dream11 has come up with a solution to eradicate these work calls that ruin long-planned vacations."

Babbit Shes, co-founder of Dream11, stated in an interview with CNBC that employees are required to take at least one week of vacation annually, explaining, "There is no Slack (messenger), email, or phone. Allowing employees to spend time without disturbance greatly benefits the business." He added, "It helps employees rest, recharge, and be ready to give their best when they return to work."

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Bloomberg noted, "The fine policy is an eye-catching way to ensure workers enjoy high-quality rest," while also stating, "Many companies, including Goldman Sachs, allow unlimited vacation to prevent talent turnover." However, a recruitment company in the UK added that unlimited vacation can make employees feel pressured or guilty, raising questions about whether it is properly implemented.

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