Kharge Shoots Down L&T Chairman's 90-Hour Work Week Proposal
2025-01-15
The Statesman
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has rejected the proposal of a 90-hour work week suggested by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) chairman S N Subrahmanyan. He drew on the country's history, recalling how former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru had emphasized the importance of a healthy work-life balance. Kharge emphasized that such long working hours would negatively impact employees' physical and mental well-being. The debate on work hours has sparked a national discussion on labor laws and workers' rights, with many advocating for a more sustainable and humane approach to work culture, including flexible working hours and employee wellness programs.