### ‘I’m Done, Resignation Mail Bhej Raha Hu’: Dehradun Techie’s Calm Fury at Toxic Boss Ignites Viral Debate on Workplace Dignity
In a world where "hustle culture" often glorifies endurance, one Dehradun man's unapologetic exit from a disrespectful job has struck a raw nerve. Ashutosh Nautiyal, a backend developer and founding engineer, shared a screenshot of his WhatsApp chat with his manager on X (formerly Twitter) around October 25, 2025, announcing his immediate resignation after an offensive remark the day prior. The post, captioned with Adele's haunting line from "Skyfall"—"This is the end"—has exploded online, amassing over 2.5 million views, 11,000 likes, and a flood of support from netizens who've dubbed it a "masterclass in self-respect." It's a stark reminder that in India's high-pressure tech scene, boundaries aren't optional—they're essential.
#### The Chat That Broke the Camel’s Back
The exchange, shared verbatim, unfolds like a quiet mic-drop. It starts with the manager's belated apology for whatever crossed the line the previous day (details of the remark remain private, but it was bad enough to prompt damage control). Nautiyal's response? Ice-cold finality, blending English resolve with Hindi flair:
- **Manager**: "Again, I want to say, bro, sorry for yesterday. Don’t feel bad or take it personally. Always there for you."
- **Manager** (follow-up): "Sham ho gayi bhai kha h?" (Where are you, bro? Evening's here.)
- **Nautiyal**: "I’m done, Sir. Resignation mail bhej raha hu apko. I’ll not continue here." (I'm sending the resignation email to you.)
- **Manager**: (Tries to pivot to a call) "Can we talk?"
- **Nautiyal**: Firm no—conversation ends.
No drama, no yelling—just a boundary drawn in digital ink. Nautiyal later clarified in replies that the disrespect had been building, but this was the tipping point. He hit send on the formal email right after, walking away without a backward glance.
#### Viral Firestorm: From Likes to Job Offers
Posted by Nautiyal (@ashutosh_0_7 on X), the screenshot resonated like wildfire in a parched job market. Within days, it racked up 2.4-2.5 million impressions, with users flooding the thread with applause, personal anecdotes, and even unsolicited job leads—one viral repost from LatestLY highlighted netizens "offering him help to find a new job." Media outlets from Times Now to NDTV India amplified it, framing the story as a win for mental health over toxic tolerance.
The comment section turned into a therapy session:
- **@User1**: "I have more insane stories...I asked ChatGPT if I should continue or resign...it said yes [to resign]. The next day, I did. P.S. ChatGPT knew."
- **@User2**: "I resigned a few months ago out of self-respect. Had backup plans, but toxic managers aren't worth the paycheck."
- **@User3**: "Self-respect is supreme!! Ultimately, one has to face oneself only."
- **@User4**: "Toxic work culture is worse than anything else. I spent two months with such folks—regret every day."
Echoing broader sentiment, one repost quipped: "Yahi hai naya work culture" (This is the new work culture)—celebrating quiet quits over burnout. Even outlets like The Daily Jagran hailed it as a "bold move" against "today's toxic work culture," with millions nodding in solidarity.
#### The Bigger Picture: India's Quit Lit Epidemic
Nautiyal's story isn't isolated—it's part of a surging wave of "dignity resignations" in India's corporate trenches. Recent virals include a Pune sales exec who quit by playing dhol (drums) in his boss's face over unpaid dues, and multiple Day 1 walkouts from "toxic" managers demanding unpaid overtime while mocking work-life balance as "Western." A 2025 LinkedIn report notes a 25% spike in Indian professionals citing "toxic leadership" for exits, fueled by post-pandemic boundary-setting and Gen Z's zero-tolerance vibe. Experts like TOI's career columnists weigh in: Quit when disrespect erodes your peace—it's not weakness, it's wisdom.
For Nautiyal, the silver lining? An inbox buzzing with opportunities from empathetic recruiters. As one commenter put it: "Stress nahi lene ka. You made the right decision."
#### Your Move: When to Channel Your Inner Ashutosh
If this hits home, ask: Is the toxicity costing more than the salary? Build that emergency fund, network quietly, and remember—jobs are replaceable; your sanity isn't. Nautiyal's mic-drop? Proof that sometimes, the boldest career move is logging off. What's your "I'm done" story? Drop it below—we're all ears.
Dehradun Man Viral Post: A man from Dehradun is winning hearts online after choosing self-respect over his job. His bold decision to quit rather than tolerate disrespect at work has sparked a wave of appreciation on social media. Sharing his story online, the man posted a screenshot of his WhatsApp chat with his manager, which perfectly summed up the situation. The short yet telling exchange revealed that the manager had said something offensive a day earlier and later tried to apologise.
“Again, I want to say, bro, sorry for yesterday. Don’t feel bad or take it personally. Always there for you,” the manager texted. But by then, it was too late. When the manager followed up with, “Sham ho gayi bhai kha h?”, the employee replied with calm, “I’m done, Sir. Resignation mail bhej raha hu apko. I’ll not continue here.” Even when the manager asked to talk, the employee firmly declined.
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Watch The Viral Post:
The post shared on X (Formerly Twitter) by the handle '@ashutosh_0_7' quickly went viral, with people applauding his courage and self-respect. The post shared six days ago received 2.5 million views from people. Many users praised him for walking away from a toxic manager. His quiet yet powerful act became an instant example of how dignity always comes before a paycheck.
