Archive · 15 Dec 2025
Right to Disconnect Bill Sparks Debate in India
A lawmaker in India introduced a bill that would give workers the right to ignore work emails and calls after hours.
This is to help people avoid burnout and have a better work-life balance.
Many people in India work very long hours, and this bill aims to change that.
Some other countries have similar laws, but India is behind in this area.
The bill is a good idea, but some people think it might not change things much because of the way companies work in India.
The bill is based on the idea that everyone has the right to a good life and dignity, as stated in the Indian Constitution.
Supriya Sule introduced the Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha.
The bill aims to give employees the legal right to ignore work-related communications after hours.
Kerala government introduced a similar bill, citing constitutional rights and labor laws.
60% of Indians face burnout at work, and 72% of IT sector employees work over 70 hours a week.
Countries like France, Singapore, and Italy have already implemented similar laws.
- Who
- Supriya Sule, NCP MP, introduced the bill
- What
- A bill proposing the right to disconnect from work after hours
- When
- Introduced last week in the Lok Sabha
- Where
- India
- Why
- To reduce burnout and improve work-life balance
- Bill Introduced By
- Supriya Sule, NCP MP
- Bill Name
- Right to Disconnect Bill 2025
- Work Hours in IT Sector
- 72% work over 70 hours/week
- Burnout Rate in India
- 60%
- Countries with Similar Laws
- France, Singapore, Italy
- ILO Ranking
- India ranked 2nd most overworked country