Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Karnataka IT Workday Proposal Sparks Debate, Echoes Narayana Murthy's Views
The government in Karnataka wants IT workers to potentially work up to 12 hours a day.
This has caused a lot of discussion.
People are arguing about whether it's good or bad.
Some think it will be harmful for workers because they will have less time for themselves and their families.
Others, like Narayana Murthy, have been talking about the need to work long hours.
Many people online are now talking about these ideas.
Karnataka government proposed 12-hour workdays for IT employees, sparking controversy.
The proposal aims to amend labor laws in the IT sector, which contributes significantly to the state's economy.
KITU union opposes the proposal, fearing job losses and a two-shift system.
Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy's past endorsement of longer work hours has resurfaced in the debate.
Social media is filled with reactions, including memes, about work-life balance.
- Who
- Karnataka government, KITU union, IT employees, Narayana Murthy.
- What
- Karnataka government proposed 12-hour workdays for IT employees.
- When
- Recently, with discussions ongoing.
- Where
- Karnataka
- Why
- The proposal aims to amend labor laws.
KITU Union & Workers
Karnataka Government
Working Hours
KITU Union & Workers
Opposes longer work hours, concerned about job losses, health, and work-life balance.
Karnataka Government
Government is proposing the change to amend labor laws.
- Proposed Workday Length
- 12 hours
- Affected Sector
- IT
- Opposition
- KITU union
- Key Figure
- Narayana Murthy
- Murthy's Stance
- Advocates for longer work hours
Sources
Karnataka govt plans to increase daily work hours to 10; ‘modern-day slavery’, say trade unions — check details
Narayana Murthy Trends After Karnataka's 12-Hour Workday Proposal, Here's Why
Narayana Murthy’s 70-Hour Week Legacy Resurfaces as Karnataka Mulls 12-Hour IT Shifts
