Tech Professional Declines Rs 26 LPA Job to Pursue Freelancing and Autonomy

Pushkar Tiwari, a tech professional from a small village in Madhya Pradesh, declined a lucrative Rs 26 lakh per annum job on his onboarding day to pursue freelancing. Despite the financial uncertainty and challenges of freelancing, he prioritized personal freedom and autonomy over a stable corporate career. His decision reflects a growing trend among young professionals valuing control and creativity over high salaries, sparking mixed but largely supportive reactions online.