"Narayana Murthy's Controversial Call for 70-Hour Work Week Ignites Discussion"

Infosys founder Narayana Murthy suggested that Indian youngsters should be prepared to work 70 hours a week in order for India to effectively compete on the global stage. Murthy emphasized the need to improve work productivity and reduce corruption and bureaucracy delays in the government. He drew parallels to Germany and Japan, highlighting the role of discipline and enhanced productivity in their post-war recoveries. His comments sparked a debate on social media, with some agreeing and others expressing concerns about the impact on individuals' well-being and work-life balance.