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Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy isnt mincing words when it comes to his views on work-life balance..
Known for his unapologetic stance, Murthy has doubled down, declaring hes disappointed with Indias shift from a six-day workweek to five back in 1986...
In Murthy's view, hard work is the cornerstone of national progress. He pointed to Prime Minister Modis reputed 100-hour work weeks as an example..
When PM Modi is working that hard, the only way to show our appreciation for whats happening around us is by working just as hard, he asserted, adding that Indias development demands sacrifice, not relaxation...
Reflecting on backlash to his controversial statements last year, where he encouraged millennials to work at least 70 hours a week, Murthy remained unfazed...
