Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 03:39am on 30 Oct 2023,Monday India
The founder of Infosys, Narayana Murthy, stirs controversy by advocating for a 70-hour workweek in India, emphasizing the need to enhance productivity. Former Infosys CFO, Mohandas Pai, supports the idea, citing 2019 data showing Indians work an average of 61.6 hours per week. The statement triggers debates on social media, questioning Infosys' salary policies, health implications, and Indian work culture. A Bengaluru cardiologist raises concerns about the impact on health and social life. Murthy's call for increased work hours continues to fuel discussions about work-life balance and productivity in the country.
