‘Enjoy your trip’: Manager’s reply to Noida employee’s leave request earns him the title of ‘Bhagwan Boss’
On LinkedIn, Kanika Raina, a digital marketing manager from Noida, shared the short exchange she had with her boss.

A manager’s warm and thoughtful reply to a leave request is winning hearts online, with many praising it as a true example of work-life balance in action.
On LinkedIn, Kanika Raina, a digital marketing manager from Noida, shared the short exchange she had with her boss. She had written to him asking for leave from August 12 to 14, which, paired with the Independence Day holiday on August 15, would give her a long weekend. Instead of just approving it, her manager, Saurabh Gupta, went a step further with a message that made her day. “Leave approved. Enjoy your trip to the fullest. Don’t take unnecessary stress. We will manage in your absence. Cheers,” Gupta wrote.
Raina said this simple note was more than just permission, it was a sign of genuine care, the kind that inspires loyalty and trust. She called Gupta “that rare kind of leader who genuinely walks the talk when it comes to creating balance,” and said it reaffirmed her belief that she was in the right place.
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Her post struck a chord with many professionals. Some shared that such gestures create a lasting impact and keep teams motivated, while others offered their own stories of supportive bosses. One commenter noted, “It’s inspiring to see such a supportive leadership approach, Kanika. Your post highlights the importance of cultivating a culture that strikes a balance between well-being and productivity. I hope to find such supportive people in the organization once I secure a full-time role as an analyst.”
Another individual wrote, “Small line, but it speaks volumes about culture. Respect leaders who care for the human before the employee.”
A third person commented, “This is such a powerful reminder that burnout prevention isn’t just about personal resilience. It’s about leadership creating safety for rest. When leaders normalize balance, they protect both wellbeing and performance.”
A fourth individual said, “Lucky for you to get ‘Bhagwan boss’.”
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