Sun Jan 12 08:22:59 UTC 2025: ## Anand Mahindra Counters L&T Chairman’s Controversial Remarks on Work Hours
**New Delhi, January 12, 2025** – Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Anand Group, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding comments made by L&T Chairman Subrahmanyan regarding employee work hours. Subrahmanyan’s statements, which sparked widespread outrage online, suggested long working hours as ideal. The remarks have drawn criticism from celebrities like Deepika Padukone and businessman Harsh Goenka, who highlighted the importance of mental health and work-life balance. Similar sentiments were previously expressed following comments from Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy advocating for 70-hour workweeks.
Mahindra, speaking at the Vikas Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 in Delhi, countered the prevailing discussion. He emphasized that the quality of work, not the quantity of hours worked, should be the primary focus. “Whether it’s 40 hours, 70 hours, or 90 hours, it’s irrelevant,” Mahindra stated. “What matters is the output.” He further questioned the productivity of long hours, asking, “Even if you work 10 hours, what is your output?” Mahindra expressed respect for Subrahmanyan and Murthy but urged a shift in focus towards work quality over hours. He stressed that the current debate is misdirected and called for a prioritization of work-life balance. The debate continues to dominate social media and national conversations.
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