Dehradun, March 31 -- When Narayana Murthy, the Infosys co founder, suggested that Indians should work 70 hours a week to contribute to the country's economic growth and increased productivity, it sparked an intense debate. While some viewed it as a call for a stronger work ethic, others found it as a gateway to burnout and toxic work culture, contrary to the demands of work-life balance. Of course, an inveterate idler like this columnist must have been farthest from the mind of Murthy.
To let work alone take over our lives is foolish and counterproductive. There are several other things that need our time and attention, such as friends, family, hobbies and above all rest. However, I have a larger point to make about the place of slowness ...