Work From Home Demand Amid Water Crisis
As Bengaluru grapples with a severe water crisis, calls for implementing work-from-home (WFH) options have surged. Advocates argue that allowing employees to work remotely from their hometowns could alleviate population pressure on the city and mitigate water stress.
Corporate Responses Amidst Crisis
Despite the growing demand for WFH, many companies maintain a status quo, emphasizing a hybrid work model. While acknowledging the water crisis, Krishna Bettan from NetApp highlights ongoing efforts to conserve water in office spaces. Similarly, Priya M. Pillai from Titan underscores the importance of talent retention but maintains a calibrated WFH policy.
Hybrid Work Continues
Even as the water crisis persists, companies in Bengaluru, including Ramboll India, remain committed to a hybrid work model. Gayathri Shankar emphasizes the need to balance workplace flexibility with environmental concerns. Amit Agarwal from NoBroker.com notes an uptick in office space demand but highlights water conservation as a critical consideration.
