Thu Jan 09 16:51:05 UTC 2025: ## L&T Chairman Sparks Outrage with 90-Hour Work Week Proposal
**Mumbai, India –** Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has ignited a firestorm of controversy after a video surfaced online showing him advocating for a 90-hour work week for employees, even suggesting they work on Sundays. The remarks, made during an interaction with L&T staff and circulating widely on Reddit, have drawn sharp criticism for their perceived disregard for work-life balance.
Subrahmanyan, responding to questions about the company’s six-day work week, stated his desire to extend working hours even further. He controversially questioned employees’ home life, asking, “How long can you stare at your wife?” He went on to claim that working 90 hours a week, citing the example of Chinese workers, is the key to global dominance.
The comments have drawn parallels to similar remarks made last year by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy, who suggested a 70-hour work week for young Indians. However, Subrahmanyan’s proposal has been met with even stronger backlash, with many criticizing his tone and trivialization of employees’ personal lives. Reddit users have overwhelmingly condemned the remarks, questioning Subrahmanyan’s understanding of work-life balance and the broader culture of overwork in the corporate world. The controversy is reigniting the ongoing debate about the importance of a healthy balance between professional and personal life.
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