G20 weekend: Delhi-NCR companies offer flexible work-from-home solutions for employees

Delhi-NCR companies are gearing up to ensure a seamless work experience for their employees during the upcoming G20 Summit weekend. As India prepares to host this prestigious international event, firms are rolling out work-from-home arrangements to tackle logistical challenges.

The G20 Summit, slated for September 9-10, will see leaders from 29 countries and top officials from the European Union and other guest nations converging in New Delhi. Anticipating the event's magnitude, the Delhi government has issued a traffic advisory, prompting the closure of all private and government offices in the capital from September 8 to 10. Furthermore, banks and commercial establishments, including markets, in the New Delhi district will remain shuttered during this three-day period.

In response, companies in the region are rallying behind their employees. NIIT Limited, headquartered in Noida, has taken the lead by introducing flexible work-from-home options for the G20 weekend. Mita Brahma, HR Head at NIIT Limited, stressed the importance of empathizing with the potential commuting challenges faced by employees based in Delhi.

Similarly, Gurugram-based e-commerce platform Shiprocket has aligned itself with the government's efforts. Saumya Khati, SVP & Head of HR at Shiprocket, affirmed that the company is proactively facilitating work-from-home arrangements for both Delhi employees and those commuting from Delhi to their Gurugram headquarters.