Synopsis: The recent death by suicide of a former Ola employee, the second such death in four months, has reignited public concerns over the company’s allegedly toxic culture, which has been documented for years. Former employees who spoke to South First described a hostile, often abusive environment in which staff are expected to work excessive hours, endure verbal tirades, and face punitive measures for raising concerns or taking leave.

“The news reminded me of when I felt suicidal while I was working at the company. I had resigned without any other offer because I had enough,” a former Ola employee said. He was referring to 38-year-old engineer K Aravind, who died by suicide on 28 September.

He had left a 28-page note alleging workplace harassment and misconduct by the comp

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