Humble Pie Times

 

Move over, Narayana Murty! You have got serious competition. 

In a latest development, L&T Chairman Subramanian has called for 90 hour work weeks coz he can’t stand to be in the space with wifey while awake.  While addressing the media at a high-profile event, he said it is the only way one could attain peace, happiness, and Nirvana at the earliest. Also, he expressed his shock that people have more things to do at home than just stare at spouse! 

“Why aren’t they having 600-odd maids and valets to help them?”, he shot back at the hapless reporter who dared to raise his doubts about the need to perform chores at home. “But Sir….”, the reporter continued his bravery. “Don’t butt in anymore”, thundered the great corporate leader to thunderous applause.  

He said he believes in the adage, “Work is Worship” verbatim, and if it were in his power, he would implement a working Sunday everywhere. “Alas! The nation needs to beat China, where people work even in their sleep, while our people sleep at work”, he lamented. 

He has promised to come up with even more innovative ideas for the youth of the country. “A Power Nap is all that is needed to perform. Why waste 7-8 hours sleeping?”, he signed off.  

The business honcho’s words have caused a roaring debate across social media, and opinions are divided. While all leaders across the political and business spectra are lauding his wise advice, those who work wonder about work-life balance if such measures become a reality. “We will burn out in no time”, said an L&T employee who chose to be anonymous. “Families will suffer and what about holidays?”, said a young man who has recently joined TCS. Business leaders laughed the criticism off and said, “Don’t we have families? Aren’t we taking holidays? These youngsters must learn to enjoy life even vicariously”, they opined with finality.