Job ad excludes south Indian candidates, sparking outrage

A job advertisement for a Data Analyst position based in Noida has sparked widespread outrage after it stated that “South Indian candidates are not eligible for this position.” The post, shared by a Noida-based consulting firm, has been heavily criticized for its discriminatory nature, with many calling it unacceptable in a professional setting.

The listing, which sought candidates with over 4 years of experience, included a clause that explicitly excluded South Indian applicants. This sparked a wave of anger, especially from social media users in South India, who expressed frustration over the blatant regional bias.

Many users condemned the ad, calling attention to the irony of South Indians often leaving their home states for better opportunities, only to face discrimination within India. Some even reignited calls for regional job reservations, highlighting that such biases, though often unspoken, are still prevalent in recruitment practices.

Critics were quick to point out that this kind of regional prejudice typically operates behind closed doors, with this instance being an unfortunate mistake in the advert’s wording. Many demanded immediate action to stop such practices.

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