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Gujarat Businessman Gives Employees Over ₹1 Lakh Each as Diwali Bonus, Skips Sweets
✍️ India Today
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 02:02 PM
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A businessman in Gujarat has opted to reward his staff with bonuses exceeding ₹1 lakh each for Diwali, choosing to forgo the traditional sweets.
In a surprising move, a businessman based in Gujarat has announced that each employee of his company will receive a Diwali bonus of more than ₹1 lakh. The decision comes as a departure from the customary practice of distributing sweets and gifts during the festival.
The entrepreneur, who has not disclosed his name or the exact industry of his firm, said the bonus would be paid directly to staff as a gesture of appreciation for their hard work over the year. The move has attracted attention from local media and fellow business owners.
While many companies traditionally give sweets or small gifts to employees during Diwali, this businessman believes that a monetary bonus provides greater flexibility for workers to celebrate in their own way. The announcement was made publicly on social media and was covered by several regional news outlets.
The entrepreneur, who has not disclosed his name or the exact industry of his firm, said the bonus would be paid directly to staff as a gesture of appreciation for their hard work over the year. The move has attracted attention from local media and fellow business owners.
While many companies traditionally give sweets or small gifts to employees during Diwali, this businessman believes that a monetary bonus provides greater flexibility for workers to celebrate in their own way. The announcement was made publicly on social media and was covered by several regional news outlets.