Critical levels of workplace stress and burnout among Indian employees

Research reports show that 40% of employees in India frequently experience burnout, while 38% report moderate distress.

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Doctors and specialists at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad have brought to light the alarming levels of occupational stress and burnout experienced by Indian employees. The 2024 Gallup State of Global Workplace Report revealed that 86% of employees worldwide are categorized as either “struggling” or “suffering” when it comes to mental health and well-being and India follows suit with this pattern showing significant surges in workplace distress.

Research reports show that 40% of employees in India frequently experience burnout, while 38% report moderate distress. A significant proportion of employees expressed job dissatisfaction, with many planning to leave their current roles. Among those, 37% of female employees cited poor work-life balance as the main reason for considering resignation, compared to 28% of male employees.