Bengaluru Auto Driver with IT Background Seeks Return to Corporate Sector After Health Setback
Bengaluru Auto Driver with IT Background Seeks Return to Corporate Sector After Health Setback
Bengaluru: A LinkedIn post by HR professional Gayatri Gopakumar has brought attention to the inspiring story of Surendra R, a Bengaluru-based autorickshaw driver with a background in the IT industry. Surendra, who once held senior roles in companies like Calpian Software Technologies and OSPROSYS, is now seeking a return to the corporate world after a health crisis forced him out of his job.
According to Gopakumar’s post, Surendra worked as a Senior Associate and Quality Analyst, leading projects, managing teams, and earning recognition for his independent handling of responsibilities. However, his career was abruptly interrupted after he suffered a stroke—reportedly triggered by exposure to cold during winter travel and worsened by stress from a family medical emergency. Lacking financial support, he turned to driving an autorickshaw to support his household.
Now on the path to recovery, Surendra hopes to rejoin the workforce in roles related to Quality Assurance, Operations Support, or other back-office functions. Gopakumar urged her professional network to support his efforts, writing, “Let’s help him restart his career.”
While HT.com was unable to independently verify Surendra’s employment or medical history, the post has received widespread attention and praise on social media.
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Several users applauded Gayatri for sharing Surendra’s story and shining a light on stories of resilience. One user commented, “Kudos to you for always going above and beyond and sharing this story and many more. May this gentleman find his way back to a great role soon.”
Others offered practical suggestions, pointing out that Surendra’s LinkedIn profile appeared to be inactive. “Gayatri Gopakumar, it seems he doesn’t have a proper LinkedIn profile and is not very active here. As an HR head, can you help him set that up so he can increase visibility and build the right connections?” one user suggested.
Many expressed hope that Surendra would soon get the opportunity he deserves. “A powerful story of resilience. Hoping Surendra finds the opportunity he deserves,” another user wrote.
