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Indian H-1B Tech Group Under Fire After Walmart Layoffs

Walmart’s recent layoffs of around 1,000 employees in the United States have triggered fresh debate around the H-1B visa programme. Indian tech workers have once again come under scrutiny. A viral social media post has further intensified the controversy.

A Reddit post alleged that an Indian Walmart tech employee was running side business activities while on an H-1B visa. The claims quickly gained attention online. The issue has since sparked strong reactions across multiple platforms.

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According to the post, the employee managed WhatsApp and LinkedIn groups. These groups were reportedly used to help place IT contractors into Walmart through consulting firms. The post also claimed that the admin earned money through these placements.

The user further alleged that such private groups share job openings within select communities instead of public portals. Another claim suggested that the same individual ran a WhatsApp group with over 1,000 members. This group was reportedly used for commercial events.

The post claimed that revenue was generated through ticket sales and sponsorships. However, no concrete evidence was provided to support these allegations. There is also no confirmation of any violation of Walmart policies or US immigration rules.

The controversy comes at a time when the H-1B visa programme is already under political scrutiny in the United States. Walmart’s layoffs have added to the sensitivity of the issue. Such claims are spreading quickly due to the ongoing debate.

Despite the lack of verified proof, the allegations are being widely shared online. People with strong views on the H-1B programme continue to amplify such claims. This has further fuelled discussions around foreign workers in the US tech industry.

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Manaswini K

Manaswini is a senior writer with extensive experience covering Telugu cinema, as well as the broader Indian film landscape, including Bollywood, Tamil, and other regional industries. With a strong focus on NRI (Non-R…

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