A growing number of companies are focusing on innovative ways to help employees unwind, recharge, and manage the pressures of a demanding professional life. Organisations like Diageo, Tesco, Flipkart, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, and InMobi are leading the charge by offering massages, setting up dedicated meditation zones, employing on-site counsellors, partnering with mental wellness platforms, and training managers to recognise and address signs of burnout in their teams.
One of the most visible new perks driving stress relief is the introduction of workplace massages. Startups like The Maalish Co, which trains individuals who are speech or visually impaired in desk therapy massage, are partnering with corporations to introduce short, beneficial massage breaks. “We have worked with firms including EY, Nvidia, Trilegal and LinkedIn, and are now seeing interest even from the manufacturing sector,” said Sanshe Bhatia, co-founder, The Maalish Co.
Other firms are also investing in comprehensive on-site amenities. Flipkart has established an in-house wellness zone dedicated to helping employees find balance through Zen techniques, featuring balance zones, earth elements corners, sound healing, and acupressure tools. Over 1,000 employees utilise the zone monthly, said a spokesperson. During high-pressure periods, such as The Big Billion Days sale, the ecommerce firm creates mental wellness zones with activities like yoga, pottery, mandala art, and pranic healing. This year, over 14,000 employees participated in a 15-day activation.
Towards Holistic Well-being
Similarly, Tesco is helping employees manage physical stress by introducing cycling equipment in its cafeterias and hosting yoga and meditation sessions to encourage breaks and movement. According to Mercer’s Health on Demand 2025 report, almost five in 10 Indian employees report stress in daily life, and six in 10 report concerns about mental or emotional decline.
“We are seeing more companies introducing mental health assessments, apps for guided meditation, training volunteers to recognise those at risk, as well as on-site and digital counselling support. These efforts signal that for India Inc, employee well-being is no longer a perk, but a strategic imperative,” said Nimitha Menon, health risk management consulting leader at Mercer Marsh Benefits, India.
Digital support
Companies are also deploying digital platforms and innovative feedback tools for mental health support. InMobi and Glance have partnered with mental health app Calm to provide employees with resources for stress management. In September, the company introduced ‘Amber’, a continuous listening tool that serves as an anonymous channel for employees to share feedback on their work environment and emotional state. “Amber allows us to listen in real time, respond with empathy, and continuously improve,” said Shefali Rai, CHRO at InMobi and Glance.
“Our approach spans mental, physical, social, and financial well-being—from tie-ups with wellness programmes like FURO Fit for physical health, to our financial wellness platform ‘Nudge’, to employee resource groups such as our Spirited Women’s Network and Rainbow Network that build social connection and psychological safety,” Shilpa Vaid, CHRO at Diageo India, told ET.
Hospitality major The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has partnered with mental wellness platform Amaha, giving associates access to online and offline counselling, therapy and mindfulness sessions with certified professionals, said Isha Goyal, head of HR.
One of the most visible new perks driving stress relief is the introduction of workplace massages. Startups like The Maalish Co, which trains individuals who are speech or visually impaired in desk therapy massage, are partnering with corporations to introduce short, beneficial massage breaks. “We have worked with firms including EY, Nvidia, Trilegal and LinkedIn, and are now seeing interest even from the manufacturing sector,” said Sanshe Bhatia, co-founder, The Maalish Co.
Other firms are also investing in comprehensive on-site amenities. Flipkart has established an in-house wellness zone dedicated to helping employees find balance through Zen techniques, featuring balance zones, earth elements corners, sound healing, and acupressure tools. Over 1,000 employees utilise the zone monthly, said a spokesperson. During high-pressure periods, such as The Big Billion Days sale, the ecommerce firm creates mental wellness zones with activities like yoga, pottery, mandala art, and pranic healing. This year, over 14,000 employees participated in a 15-day activation. Towards Holistic Well-being
Similarly, Tesco is helping employees manage physical stress by introducing cycling equipment in its cafeterias and hosting yoga and meditation sessions to encourage breaks and movement. According to Mercer’s Health on Demand 2025 report, almost five in 10 Indian employees report stress in daily life, and six in 10 report concerns about mental or emotional decline.
“We are seeing more companies introducing mental health assessments, apps for guided meditation, training volunteers to recognise those at risk, as well as on-site and digital counselling support. These efforts signal that for India Inc, employee well-being is no longer a perk, but a strategic imperative,” said Nimitha Menon, health risk management consulting leader at Mercer Marsh Benefits, India.
Digital support
Companies are also deploying digital platforms and innovative feedback tools for mental health support. InMobi and Glance have partnered with mental health app Calm to provide employees with resources for stress management. In September, the company introduced ‘Amber’, a continuous listening tool that serves as an anonymous channel for employees to share feedback on their work environment and emotional state. “Amber allows us to listen in real time, respond with empathy, and continuously improve,” said Shefali Rai, CHRO at InMobi and Glance.
“Our approach spans mental, physical, social, and financial well-being—from tie-ups with wellness programmes like FURO Fit for physical health, to our financial wellness platform ‘Nudge’, to employee resource groups such as our Spirited Women’s Network and Rainbow Network that build social connection and psychological safety,” Shilpa Vaid, CHRO at Diageo India, told ET.
Hospitality major The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has partnered with mental wellness platform Amaha, giving associates access to online and offline counselling, therapy and mindfulness sessions with certified professionals, said Isha Goyal, head of HR.
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