- PwC India is tightening oversight on employee travel amid evolving economic conditions
- The firm aligns with PM Modi's appeal for restraint and responsible fuel consumption
- Employees must reassess travel plans and only travel for clear business needs
PwC India has said it is tightening oversight on employee travel and continuing its flexible working policy as part of a broader push for prudence and fiscal discipline amid evolving macroeconomic conditions.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the consulting and professional services firm said it was aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal for restraint and responsible fuel consumption, which was framed as part of a larger call for austerity and careful spending.
Notably, PwC India is one of the "Big Four" professional services firms, alongside Deloitte, EY, and KPMG.
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PwC India Chairperson Sanjeev Krishan said the firm remained committed to supporting clients and businesses while maintaining “discipline and responsibility” in its operations.
He added that India's medium- to long-term economic outlook continued to remain resilient, backed by structural reforms and ongoing fiscal consolidation despite global uncertainties.
As part of the measures, the firm said employees have been advised to reassess all domestic and international travel plans, with trips to be undertaken only when there is a clear business requirement.
The company described the move as an extension of its existing guidance on prudent decision-making and operational efficiency.
PwC India also said its flexible working framework would continue, allowing teams to meet client requirements while maintaining productivity and collaboration. This reiteration comes after Modi, in a speech on Sunday, said the private sector should consider work-from-home arrangements till the situation becomes normal.
The company said it would keep reviewing these measures in line with changing economic conditions, while remaining focused on employee wellbeing and supporting India's broader growth trajectory.
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