Anna Sebastian Perayil, 26, died within four months of joining consulting firm – her mother blamed ‘workload, new environment and long hours’

Indian authorities are investigating the work environment at a global accounting firm after the death of a 26-year-old employee whose mother said she was overworked.

Ernst & Young (EY) has expressed deep sorrow following allegations that 26-year-old Anna Sebastian, who passed away in July 2024, died due to extreme work pressure. The consulting firm issued a statement offering condolences to the family and pledged to improve the work environment for its employees.

The NHRC issued a notice to the Union Ministry of Labour and Employment for a detailed report on the matter within four weeks and called the companies to review employment policie