India’s development will stagnate if its workforce is pushed to extreme work hours, such as a 70-hour workweek, as this approach prioritizes short-term corporate gains over the long-term well-being of the nation’s citizens. While such a model might result in higher profits for companies and their shareholders, it disproportionately benefits the wealthy and powerful, who can then invest abroad or relocate, leaving the workers behind to deal with the negative consequences.
Extended work hours are linked to numerous health risks, including mental health problems such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The pressure of long hours can lead to burnout, a loss of motivation, and an overall decline in job satisfaction. Employees working such intense schedules are also at higher risk for physical issues like high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, and sleep disorders. These health problems can reduce productivity in the long term and increase healthcare costs.
Moreover, spending excessive time at work leaves little room for personal life, leading to relationship issues and strained family dynamics. The lack of work-life balance could make employees lose their passion for life and their work, further reducing their contributions to the economy.
For true development, india needs to promote sustainable work practices, prioritize employee welfare, and create a healthier balance between corporate profits and human well-being.
Extended work hours are linked to numerous health risks, including mental health problems such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The pressure of long hours can lead to burnout, a loss of motivation, and an overall decline in job satisfaction. Employees working such intense schedules are also at higher risk for physical issues like high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, and sleep disorders. These health problems can reduce productivity in the long term and increase healthcare costs.
Moreover, spending excessive time at work leaves little room for personal life, leading to relationship issues and strained family dynamics. The lack of work-life balance could make employees lose their passion for life and their work, further reducing their contributions to the economy.
For true development, india needs to promote sustainable work practices, prioritize employee welfare, and create a healthier balance between corporate profits and human well-being.
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