India, Feb. 11 -- An MBA graduate from a premier institute has shared a harrowing cautionary tale of how a single lapse in ethics can dismantle a decade of hard work. After landing a dream role at a top FMCG firm with a monthly salary of Rs.1.5 lakh, their world collapsed after they were terminated for faking a mere Rs.5,000 in reimbursements.

Now, after a year of unemployment and depression, they are back in the workforce, but with a 65% pay cut and a mounting sense of financial dread. The individual has shared their story on Reddit, asking for advice on how to cope during this difficult phase of their life.

"I am an MBA grad from a good institute. I had my dream job and role at a good FMCG for 2 years. But things went downhill because...