Exploring The Effects Of Workplace Wellness Initiatives On Employee Engagement And Performance In India's IT Sector

Abstract

Corporate Wellness Programs (CWPs), designed to promote physical, mental, and emotional health among employees, have emerged as essential organizational strategies in the evolving landscape of employee management. Within the high-pressure environment of the Indian IT sector, CWPs serve as a vital tool to counteract burnout, enhance morale, and improve work performance. The present research investigates the multifaceted effect of CWPs on employee engagement, emotional well-being, and workplace productivity through a quantitative approach involving 375 IT professionals from major hubs including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai. The study employed a range of statistical methods including descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, multiple linear regression, MANOVA, Kruskal–Walli’s test with Dunn’s post hoc comparisons, and ordinal logistic regression to examine core relationships and draw meaningful inferences. Results showed that wellness strategies strongly and positively influenced employee engagement and emotional well-being, with regression analysis accounting for nearly 48 percent of the variance in engagement scores. Participation frequency in wellness activities also displayed a significant impact on self-reported productivity, with higher involvement linked to better performance outcomes. Additionally, perceived organizational support and access to health-oriented infrastructure were significant predictors of positive employee attitudes toward wellness programs. These findings emphasize that structured and inclusive wellness frameworks can be instrumental in fostering a supportive work culture, reducing stress, and driving organizational effectiveness. The research suggests that companies should strategically embed wellness into their human resource policies.