New Delhi, Nov. 19 -- In an interview with Republic TV, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy reignited his 72-hour workweek debate by praising the 9-9-6 work schedule model. When asked a supposed 'gen z' question by host Arnab Goswami, on work-life balance, Murthy urged Indian workers to take up 72-hour work week, adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi works 100 hours a week.

This was the billionaire-founder's response: "Let me start with what one of my friends, who was also one of India's very successful corporate leaders, said... that gentleman gave a brilliant answer. He said, 'Sir, first we should all get a life then we should worry about work life balance'."

Murthy added that at this moment, what India needs if for people to "work ...