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After 14 years in tech, this Oracle employee didn’t panic when the pink slip arrived. He had INR 60 lakh worth of FDs and zero EMIs. Here’s how
Laid off from Oracle after 14 years, this technician now drives Uber in Bhubaneswar
Old is sometimes gold, and this viral post proves why. Right now, when social media is full of stories of techies, many of whom are on the receiving end of layoffs from Oracle, one former Oracle employee is breaking the internet for all the right reasons: a steady hand on the wheel.
After 14 years in the high-pressure tech industry, the professional found himself part of the latest wave of layoffs. But instead of feeling his way, he packed his bags, left Metro City Flat behind, and returned to his hometown of Bhubaneswar. His secret weapon is old-school financial discipline.
As his close friend, Nayak Satya, posted on X, the tech guru cut through the modern investment hype and relied on the “boring” reliability of the post office and bank fixed deposits (FDs). “He had fixed deposits in two joint accounts of Rs 15 lakh each. One was with his parents, the other in his and his wife’s names. He also had an account in his children’s account. These together gave him nearly Rs 28,000 in interest every month. He also had fixed deposits in some Indian banks worth about Rs 30 lakh, giving him another Rs 15,000 per month,” Nayak Satya wrote in his article. Share on X.
With no EMIs to drain his savings and the comfort of his parents’ home, the technician did not wait for the recruiter to call. He turned his driving skill into a side hustle and signed up as an Uber driver in Bhubaneswar.
“He knows how to drive, so he immediately started working as an Uber driver as per his convenience and earned a good income,” Satya wrote. The move not only provided a steady income; It gave him the mental space to calmly plan his next chapter – a small business venture in his hometown.
The story sparked a widespread debate on X about the risks of high-growth investing versus the peace of “safe” money. “I was wondering, whether adding to FD will secure my future with small interest rates as my friends are enjoying it, but this is surprising, as uncertainty is not knocking on the door. So be it… Always save,” one user wrote.
Others pointed to the psychological shift required for seasoned IT professionals to land a temporary job. “Even though he started working as an Uber driver, his thoughts were always about IT companies and when will he get another chance even though they may not pay very high,” said another X user.
However, there remains a consensus that family support and “old school” steps are the best ways to relieve stress. “This is a solid approach. Old school planning really pays off, no pressure, just smart moves and family support. Respect your friend because he’s handling it so calmly,” another user commented.
One of my close friends got fired from Oracle Bangalore. No panic, no stress, no crying on social media.
He immediately returned to his hometown Bhubaneswar
He had fixed postal deposits in two joint accounts of Rs 15 lakh each. One with his parents and the other at his home.
– Nayak Satya (@NayakSatya_SG) April 5, 2026
“A simple and great strategy that allows one to sleep peacefully. It is a trend nowadays to criticize anyone who invests in safe investments and acts great in investing in SMEs and stocks. But it is very important to balance your investment portfolio,” was the popular advice shared by another user on this post.
06 Apr 2026 at 8:38 PM IST
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