Amid a growing demand for jobs that offer a better work-life balance, a comment by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has sparked a major controversy. Subrahmanyan made headlines for endorsing a 90-hour work week, including Sundays. In a viral video from an internal meeting, he expressed regret over not being able to require employees to work on Sundays. His remark about a 90-hour work week has angered netizens, leading to a flurry of memes across social media.
Subrahmanyan’s statement came on the heels of Infosys founder Narayana Murthy’s announcement of a 70-hour work week for his employees, prompting social media users to draw comparisons between the two business leaders.
Richa Singh, Co-founder & CEO, YourDost said,“The recent comments advocating for 90-hour work weeks are deeply concerning from both a mental health and workplace sustainability perspective. The narrative that longer hours automatically translate to greater success is not just outdated—it’s dangerous.
She added,”Research consistently shows that extended working hours lead to burnout, decreased productivity, and serious mental health challenges. What’s particularly troubling is the dismissive attitude toward work-life balance and personal time, suggesting that time with family is somehow less valuable than time at the office.”
Here are some viral memes on the 90 hour work week,
