As large layoffs at Oracle set off anxiousness throughout tech hubs, tales of uncertainty and sudden job loss are spreading simply as quick because the cuts themselves.

In cities like Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley the place many rely upon world tech companies, the worry isn’t just about shedding a job however about what comes subsequent.

Towards this backdrop, an X (previously Twitter) put up is gaining consideration for a really completely different purpose. It presents a relaxed, nearly counterintuitive response to layoffs at a time when panic is frequent.

“Considered one of my shut mates was fired from Oracle Bangalore. No panic, no stress, and no crying on social media,” wrote Nayak Satya in a put up on X.

In line with the put up, the worker returned instantly to his hometown of Bhubaneswar after shedding his job. In contrast to many who scramble for one more position in large cities, he selected a slower and extra financially steady path.

The put up stated he had already constructed a monetary cushion via fastened deposits. He held two joint deposits of Rs 15 lakh every, one along with his mother and father and one other along with his spouse, together with a further deposit in his little one’s identify. Collectively, these reportedly generate about Rs 28,000 in month-to-month curiosity. Separate deposits of round Rs 30 lakh usher in one other Rs 15,000 monthly. With no EMIs or housing loans, and residing along with his mother and father in his own residence, the transition was smoother.

The put up additional stated that he started working as an Uber driver quickly after returning, utilizing his driving expertise to earn at his comfort whereas planning his subsequent steps.

“He’s now residing at own residence along with his mother and father. He is aware of easy methods to drive, so he instantly began working as an Uber driver at his personal comfort incomes good,” the put up stated.

The laid off worker can also be planning to begin a small enterprise with household assist.

The put up contrasts his method with what it calls “trendy monetary hype,” noting that he averted traits like influencer-driven investing and as an alternative centered on regular financial savings and self-discipline.

“Pure old fashioned vibes, regular course of and self-discipline,” the put up stated.

“He fortunately referred to as me as we speak to satisfy up after our dialog to cross verify potential of Bhubaneswar to begin one thing contemporary So people plan upfront so when required you’ll by no means fumble,” Satya stated.

“Greatest studying for me regardless of how tof the conditions all the time put together with a smile,” Satya added.

Considered one of my shut mates was fired from Oracle Bangalore.

No panic, no stress, and no crying on social media.

He immediately got here again to his hometown Bhubaneswar

He had postal fastened deposits in two joint accounts ₹15 lakh every. One along with his mother and father, and the opposite in his…

— Nayak Satya (@NayakSatya_SG) April 5, 2026