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Mixed reactions to DBS' handling of 'ripped Singapore flag' incident

Some question if employers are overreacting because of pressure from online vigilantes; experts urge caution

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In a Facebook post, DBS said that Mr Avijit Das Patnaik was "no longer with the bank" as of Aug 24.

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Ankita Varma

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DBS Bank's move to part ways with an employee who sparked controversy with a social media post has ignited debate about whether bosses are overreacting to pressure generated by online vigilantes.
DBS issued a statement on Facebook on Tuesday stating that employee Avijit Das Patnaik was no longer working at the bank.
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