‘Bad management practice’: Techie rues 14-hour work extension proposal

A recent proposal by the Karnataka government to implement a 14-hour work schedule for IT employees has sparked widespread backlash from the tech community. The proposal, seen as a severe infringement on workers' rights, has drawn criticism from employees and industry experts alike.

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Tech workers have voiced their concerns, emphasizing the negative impact such a policy would have on their well-being and work-life balance. "It's generally bad management practice to enforce work hours on employees. But a government should always be pro-citizens, pro-employees in the policies it makes," stated an anonymous techie. "It should work towards enforcing safe and comfortable workplaces for employees and hold businesses accountable for the same."

The proposed 14-hour workday has been described as draconian, with many arguing that it contradicts modern labor standards and the principles of fair work environments. Critics assert that such a policy could lead to burnout, decreased productivity, and a decline in the overall quality of life for IT professionals.

The backlash underscores the importance of maintaining a balance between the demands of the tech industry and the rights of its workforce. Many in the industry are calling for the government to reconsider the proposal and focus on policies that promote employee welfare and sustainable business practices.

As the debate continues, the Karnataka government faces mounting pressure to abandon the proposal and engage with industry stakeholders to develop more worker-friendly regulations. The outcome of this controversy will likely have significant implications for labor policies in the state's burgeoning tech sector.