A recent video featuring former teachers of popular online education platform PhysicsWallah breaking down on camera has sparked a wave of controversy and debate on social media.
The video, which was posted on YouTube on March 16th, shows three former teachers of PhysicsWallah, Tarun Kumar, Manish Dubey, and Sarvesh Dixit, crying and speaking emotionally about their experiences working for the company. The teachers allege that they were mistreated, overworked and that they faced a hostile work environment that was damaging to their mental health. They accuse founder Alakh Pandey of bribery and internal politics.
The video has been widely shared on social media it has around 1.9 million views in one day on YouTube, with many expressing sympathy for the former teachers and criticizing PhysicsWallah for its alleged mistreatment of its staff. However, others have compared the video to reality TV or drama, and have questioned the motives of the teachers in appearing on camera.
The teachers denied being paid Rs 5 crore as a bribe.
The controversy surrounding PhysicsWallah and its management has been building for some time, with some former employees and students alleging that the platform has a toxic work culture. In response, the founder has defended his management style, arguing that he is a tough but fair boss who demands excellence from his employees.
They claimed PhysicsWallah’s chemistry teacher Pankaj Sijairya accused them of taking bribes from rival platform Adda247 to quit PhysicsWallah.
The video featuring the former teachers has added fuel to this debate, with many calling for a more open and transparent discussion about the issues facing online education platforms and their employees. Some have also raised concerns about the broader trend of burnout and overwork in the education sector, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and the shift to online learning.
This video featuring former PhysicsWallah teachers crying on camera has sparked a heated debate about the treatment of employees in the online education industry. While some have criticized the teachers for appearing to seek attention or publicity, others have argued that their emotional testimony highlights the need for more open and honest conversations about the challenges facing educators and the education industry. As the online education sector continues to grow and evolve, it is important for companies to prioritize the well-being of their employees and to foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and mutual support.
