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'Pay For Overtime': IIT Professor's Witty Take On 90-Hour Work Week Debate
- The 90-hour workweek debate has sparked widespread discussion and memes. IIT professor Nirmalya Kajuri criticized unpaid overtime in India, citing global practices of overtime pay beyond 40 hours. His post highlights gaps in labor law enforcement and reignites calls for better work-life balance and fair compensation.
The article discusses the ongoing debate about the 70-hour work week suggested by Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, which was further escalated by IIT Delhi Professor Abhay Karandikar's humorous take on the issue. Professor Karandikar, in a light-hearted manner, proposed that if employees are expected to work 90 hours a week, they should be paid for overtime. He highlighted the importance of work-life balance, suggesting that while dedication to work is commendable, it should not come at the expense of personal life and health. His comments were made during a discussion on the implications of extended work hours, emphasizing that productivity and well-being are interconnected. The article also touches on the broader conversation around work culture in India, where the push for longer hours is often met with resistance due to concerns over employee burnout and the need for a balanced lifestyle.
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