Karnataka government proposes increase in working hours
It envisages extension to 14 hours per day
This amendment will enable companies to adopt a two-shift system
In a move that has ignited significant controversy, the Karnataka government has proposed an amendment to increase the work hours of IT employees to 14 hours per day. This amendment will enable companies to adopt a two-shift system instead of the existing three-shift system, potentially resulting in one-third of the workforce losing their jobs.
Also Read: Karnataka: Proposal for 14-hour work regimen infringes on fundamental rights, say techies
Currently, IT employees in Karnataka work a maximum of 10 hours a day. The new proposal aims to normalize a 14-hour work period, sparking outrage among IT professionals and industry experts.
“This proposal is an attack on the basic right of any worker to have a personal life,” said an anonymous IT employee. “Increasing work hours to 14 hours a day not only disrupts work-life balance but also threatens job security for a significant portion of the workforce.”
The amendment is expected to have far-reaching consequences. With the reduction in shifts, many employees fear job losses and increased workloads. Industry leaders have expressed concerns about the negative impact on employee productivity, mental health, and overall well-being. Extended work hours can lead to burnout, decreased efficiency, and higher stress levels, ultimately affecting both employees and companies.
Critics argue that the government’s focus should be on improving working conditions, ensuring fair compensation, and promoting a healthy work-life balance rather than extending work hours. “This move undermines the rights of workers and prioritizes corporate interests over employee welfare,” said a labor rights advocate.
As discussions continue, IT professionals and labor groups are urging the Karnataka government to reconsider the proposal and prioritize the well-being and job security of its workforce. The outcome of this debate will have significant implications for the IT industry and labor practices in Karnataka and beyond.
Karnataka government proposes increase in working hours
It envisages extension to 14 hours per day
This amendment will enable companies to adopt a two-shift system
In a move that has ignited significant controversy, the Karnataka government has proposed an amendment to increase the work hours of IT employees to 14 hours per day. This amendment will enable companies to adopt a two-shift system instead of the existing three-shift system, potentially resulting in one-third of the workforce losing their jobs.
Also Read: Karnataka: Proposal for 14-hour work regimen infringes on fundamental rights, say techies
Currently, IT employees in Karnataka work a maximum of 10 hours a day. The new proposal aims to normalize a 14-hour work period, sparking outrage among IT professionals and industry experts.
“This proposal is an attack on the basic right of any worker to have a personal life,” said an anonymous IT employee. “Increasing work hours to 14 hours a day not only disrupts work-life balance but also threatens job security for a significant portion of the workforce.”
The amendment is expected to have far-reaching consequences. With the reduction in shifts, many employees fear job losses and increased workloads. Industry leaders have expressed concerns about the negative impact on employee productivity, mental health, and overall well-being. Extended work hours can lead to burnout, decreased efficiency, and higher stress levels, ultimately affecting both employees and companies.
Critics argue that the government’s focus should be on improving working conditions, ensuring fair compensation, and promoting a healthy work-life balance rather than extending work hours. “This move undermines the rights of workers and prioritizes corporate interests over employee welfare,” said a labor rights advocate.
As discussions continue, IT professionals and labor groups are urging the Karnataka government to reconsider the proposal and prioritize the well-being and job security of its workforce. The outcome of this debate will have significant implications for the IT industry and labor practices in Karnataka and beyond.
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