A debate has sparked after L&T Chairman SN Subramanyan's statement advocating a 90-hour work week. From social media discussions to interviews, industry leaders are openly expressing their views on this rigorous work schedule. Last Saturday, Anand Mahindra responded to the work weeks and his wife's adoration comment. Now, billionaire Adar Poonawalla of the Serum Institute of India has made a light-hearted jab at the 'wife adoring' remark.
Adar Poonawalla humorously critiqued the notion of excessive work hours in discussions about the 90-hour work week. Through a social media post, Poonawalla highlighted the significance of balancing work quality and life. In essence, he supported Anand Mahindra's criticism of L&T Chairman's statement.
What did Anand Mahindra say about Working Days?
Mahindra emphasized that it is the quality of work that matters more than quantity. He suggested that the world can be transformed within 10 hours. Additionally, he pointed out that without time for family and oneself, making better decisions becomes challenging. Mahindra praised his wife, saying she is wonderful and he enjoys watching her fascinating charm.
Poonawalla's Witty Remark
In response to Anand Mahindra, Poonawalla joked in a post on X, saying, "Yes Anand Mahindra Ji... even my wife @NPoonawalla thinks I'm wonderful; she enjoys watching me on Sundays." He emphasized that work quality always surpasses quantity.
Debate on Working Day Heats Up
A widespread discussion on social media began after Larsen & Toubro (L&T) CEO SN Subrahmanyan advocated for a 90-hour work week. Users, both industry leaders and the general public, started mocking the idea of 'Wife Staring Day' on Sundays with humorous posts about the 90-hour workweek tradition.
Anupam Mittal Makes a Humorous Post
Reacting to the notion of a 90-hour workweek, Shark Tank judge Anupam Mittal humorously posted on social media, "Sir, if husbands and wives don't watch each other, how can we continue being the most populous country in the world?"