A video circulating online has sparked discussions as it purportedly shows students from a management institute in Karachi, Pakistan, boycotting a campus placement drive organized by a top American multinational company. The video, shared by Pakistani journalist Anas Mallick on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), depicts students walking out of the placement drive, reportedly to express solidarity with the Palestinian cause amidst the Gaza conflict.
The journalist highlighted the significance of the recruitment drive, particularly for final-year students from middle-class backgrounds facing economic challenges like hyperinflation. He noted the pressure on students entering practical life and emphasized the value of an opportunity presented by a prestigious multinational company, which could greatly enhance their CVs.
Although the authenticity of the video could not be independently verified by HT.com, it has garnered significant attention with over 4.7 lakh views and reactions from people in both Pakistan and India.
The video, blurred throughout, shows students initially seated in an auditorium for the placement drive. However, as the video progresses, students are seen holding posters as they leave the auditorium while a man on stage addresses the gathering.
Reactions to the video varied among viewers. Some expressed empathy for parents who may inquire about the interviews, while others suggested that the management should have engaged with students before organizing the drive to avoid such incidents. There were also comments questioning why students attended if they were not interested, especially given the stature of the multinational company and its presumably high standards.
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