A Reddit post by an Indian IT professional expressing a desire to leave the country’s tech industry and move abroad has sparked a wide-ranging debate online about work culture, burnout and quality of life in major tech hubs.

In the post, the user said he was “done” working at Indian tech companies and was exploring opportunities abroad to escape what he described as “IT madness”. He cited stressful working conditions in cities like Bangalore and Mumbai, pointing to long commutes, heavy traffic and what he called “bad vibes” that he claimed affected his mental health.

Describing his work experience, the Redditor alleged that he felt burned out by a culture where people “cut corners” and “weren’t ready to adapt.” He also claimed that some colleagues appeared to take “sadistic pleasure” in making others uncomfortable, adding that the environment had made the day’s work emotionally draining.

The user wrote that even a job in a smaller or less conventional market, such as Kenya, seemed more attractive than continuing in India’s big IT brokers because of the pressure, congestion and what he considered toxic professional behavior. He said he wanted to leave “in peace” and was looking for suggestions for countries where he could contribute without having to “test himself every second”.

Interestingly, he ruled out moving to traditional migration destinations such as the US, Canada, Australia or Europe, arguing that those markets were already saturated with Indian tech professionals competing for similar roles. Instead, he asked for recommendations on lesser-known countries with demand for IT talent where he could help build teams.

The post quickly gained traction, with a mix of empathy, disagreement and practical advice from other Reddit users.

One commentator said Thailand offered a “perfect blend of Eastern values ​​and Western culture” along with relatively easy business and visa options. Another argued that intense work culture is a global phenomenon, noting that countries such as Japan, South Korea and Singapore are also known for demanding work environments, and suggested considering Ireland or parts of Eastern Europe. Others responded more philosophically, with one user joking about wanting to escape to a private island to live a slower life, while another recommended exploring Southeast Asian countries, stating that Indian professionals may receive favorable consideration in some markets.

The discussion reflects a larger conversation taking place among young professionals about burnout, urban stress and whether moving abroad significantly improves work-life balance, or simply replaces one high-pressure environment with another.