Business News: L&T Chairman SN Subramanyam Sparks Debate With His “Working Sunday” Statement

Business News: L&T Chairman S.N. Subramanyam’s recent comments regarding a 90-hour workday provoked widespread discussion on social media, notably about work-life balance and mental health. In an internal meeting, Subramanyam proposed that workers work on Sundays, noting that he did it himself, and presented difficult questions regarding the value of staying home. He also compared the work cultures of Chinese and American employees, crediting China's success to its workforce’s longer hours. This statement, which follows Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s similar proposal for a 70-hour workweek, has fueled debate about workplace culture and mental health.

Deepika Padukone Criticized The Statement

The words drew strong criticism online, with critics emphasizing the harmful effects of overwork on mental health and family life. Deepika Padukone, a Bollywood actress, expressed her displeasure in an Instagram Story, highlighting the significance of mental health and criticizing such sentiments from people in positions of authority. While some contended that longer work hours would increase company efficiency, others highlighted the negative impact on human well-being. The video’s viral nature has fueled the debate, highlighting a growing worry about the stresses of modern work situations.