Narayana Murthy bats for 14-hour workdays, giving work-life balance the cold shoulder again: A look at the world’s 5 most overworked nations

Infosys founder, Narayana Murthy, sparked controversy by advocating for 14-hour workdays in India. He argued that such dedication is crucial for national progress, citing his own experience and Prime Minister Modi’s work ethic. However, critics question the sustainability of this approach, especially given India’s high ranking among nations with the longest working hours.

​Infosys founder, Narayana Murthy, sparked controversy by advocating for 14-hour workdays in India. He argued that such dedication is crucial for national progress, citing his own experience and Prime Minister Modi’s work ethic. However, critics question the sustainability of this approach, especially given India’s high ranking among nations with the longest working hours. Infosys founder, Narayana Murthy, sparked controversy by advocating for 14-hour workdays in India. He argued that such dedication is crucial for national progress, citing his own experience and Prime Minister Modi’s work ethic. However, critics question the sustainability of this approach, especially given India’s high ranking among nations with the longest working hours.