“7.2 LPA to 16?”: Recruiter says he’s “out of touch with today’s generation” after 100% salary hike expectation, internet says 'nothing wrong in paying...'

A recent post on X ignited a debate on hiring expectations and salary jumps. A tech professional questioned a candidate's request for a 100% salary hike. This sparked discussions on market realities, generational differences, and employer-employee dynamics. The core issue revolves around whether to evaluate candidates on merit first or filter by salary expectations.