Larsen and Toubro were in the news on Friday after SN Chairman Subramanyan called for a 90-hour work week. The statement sparked outrage on social media platforms and eventually led to demands for an explanation from the company. The company’s annual report is currently attracting attention for its focus on “prioritizing stress management” and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
“How long can I look at my wife? It’s too bad I can’t make you work on Sundays. I’d be happier if I could make you work on Sundays, because I work on Sundays,” Subramanyan said. is heard saying in the undated clip.
This comment was later highlighted in the company’s annual report, which talked about the need to “prioritize stress management.”
“We encourage our employees to prioritize stress management techniques such as mindfulness, exercise, and seeking support when needed. We encourage our employees to prioritize stress management techniques such as mindfulness, exercise, and seeking support when needed. We provide counseling, coaching, and Awareness workshops are also held, keeping in mind the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and improving the employee experience, ensuring employees have time to rejuvenate and recharge. , 10 days compulsory vacation per year was introduced. 2024 Annual Report.
The post was flagged by actor Deepika Padukone on Instagram, who stressed the need to protect mental health in light of the “shocking” allegations. Meanwhile, Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi claimed that the post “reeks of wanting to be India’s new-age slave driver”. Many also wonder why highly paid CEOs, who experience different work pressures, expect lower paid employees to contribute at the same level.
The remarks also reignited the work-life balance controversy sparked by Narayana Murthy in 2024. The Infosys co-founder had argued that India’s labor productivity levels are among the lowest in the world and urged young people to work 70 hours a week. .
The company eventually issued a clarification on the matter, noting that the remarks were made in the context of the extraordinary efforts required to achieve extraordinary results for the nation.
“We believe that this is India’s decade, one that requires collective dedication and effort to drive progress and realize our shared vision of becoming a developed nation. Chairman “‘s comments reflect this great ambition and underline the extraordinary efforts,” the spokesperson explained.
(Information provided by agency)
