Central Government Inspects EY Office Following Chartered Accountant's Death

The Central government directed an inspection of Ernst & Young's Pune office following the alleged death of a female chartered accountant due to work stress. The inspection aimed to assess the firm's working conditions and employee welfare policies. A report will be submitted to determine further action.

The Central government has ordered an inspection of Ernst & Young's Pune office after the tragic death of 26-year-old chartered accountant Anna Sebastian Perayil, who allegedly succumbed to work-related stress just four months into her tenure.

Anna's mother wrote to EY India chairman Rajiv Memani, alleging that excessive workload and long hours critically affected her daughter. EY refuted these allegations.

Labour department officials are scrutinizing the company's policies on office operations, employee welfare, and compensation for extra working hours. A report will be furnished to central authorities, who will decide the subsequent steps of action.

(With inputs from agencies.)