The Work Week Debate: Corporate Leaders’ Call for Longer Hours Sparks Controversy
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Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy’s recent endorsement of a 70-hour workweek has ignited a fervent online debate. Speaking on a podcast, he argued that India’s work productivity ranks among the lowest globally and urged the youth to contribute to creating a culture of extended working hours, allowing India to compete more effectively on the world stage. He cited Japan and Germany as examples of countries that implemented longer work hours after World War II.
Bhavish Aggarwal, CEO of Ola, echoed Murthy’s sentiments, encouraging young professionals to rally for this cause. However, this is not the first time such calls have been made by corporate leaders.
Jack Ma, Alibaba’s founder, endorsed China’s “996” rule, which requires employees to work from 9 am to 9 pm six days a week, generating significant controversy. Elon Musk, the CEO of various companies, famously urged Twitter staff to work over 100 hours a week. Similarly, Shantanu Deshpande, CEO of Bombay Shaving Company, advised freshers to work 18-hour days for several years.
Despite the diverse opinions on this matter, it is evident that work hours and productivity are central to the global workforce’s ongoing discussion, highlighting the importance of balancing professional dedication and personal well-being.
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