Bengaluru cardiologist’s reaction to Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour work week sparks dialogue on work-life balance

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Published October 28, 2023 at 2:54pm

    Dr. Krishnamurthy meticulously scrutinized typical time distribution of 70 hours

    In reply, doctor raised remark "wonder why young people are getting #Heartattacks?!”

    Doctor's intervention illuminated the critical dialogue surrounding work-life balance

In the wake of NR Narayana Murthy’s recent statement for India’s youth to undertake a rigorous 70-hour work week, Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy, a renowned cardiologist based in Bengaluru, expressed deep apprehension regarding the escalating prevalence of heart attacks among the younger population.

In a detailed exposition on X (formerly known as Twitter), Dr. Krishnamurthy meticulously scrutinized the typical time distribution of an average professional, highlighting the delicate equilibrium between professional commitments and other essential aspects of life. He highlighted the below breakup of time in his tweet on X:

“24 hours per day (as far as I know)

If you work 6 days a week – 12h per day

Remaining 12h

8 hours sleep

4 hours remain

In a city like Bengaluru

2 hours on road

2 hours remain – Brush, poop, bathe, eat

No time to socialise

No time to talk to family

No time to exercise

No time for recreation

Not to mention companies expect people to answer emails and calls after work hours also.

Then wonder why young people are getting #Heartattacks?!”

He underscored the potential ramifications of prolonged working hours on the physical and mental well-being of individuals, particularly emphasizing the heightened risk of cardiovascular ailments, a concern particularly relevant to his area of expertise.

The insightful post quickly gained traction within the online community, eliciting a considerable number of retweets, likes, and active user engagement.

The ensuing discussions underscored a diverse spectrum of perspectives, with some individuals aligning with the cardiologist’s concerns, while others debated the complexities of balancing work and personal life in a rapidly evolving and demanding professional landscape.

Dr. Krishnamurthy’s intervention illuminated the critical dialogue surrounding work-life balance, urging a holistic approach that prioritizes the overall health and well-being of the workforce, especially among the burgeoning youth population in the country.

Bengaluru cardiologist’s reaction to Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour work week sparks dialogue on work-life balance

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    Dr. Krishnamurthy meticulously scrutinized typical time distribution of 70 hours

    In reply, doctor raised remark "wonder why young people are getting #Heartattacks?!”

    Doctor's intervention illuminated the critical dialogue surrounding work-life balance

In the wake of NR Narayana Murthy’s recent statement for India’s youth to undertake a rigorous 70-hour work week, Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy, a renowned cardiologist based in Bengaluru, expressed deep apprehension regarding the escalating prevalence of heart attacks among the younger population.

In a detailed exposition on X (formerly known as Twitter), Dr. Krishnamurthy meticulously scrutinized the typical time distribution of an average professional, highlighting the delicate equilibrium between professional commitments and other essential aspects of life. He highlighted the below breakup of time in his tweet on X:

“24 hours per day (as far as I know)

If you work 6 days a week – 12h per day

Remaining 12h

8 hours sleep

4 hours remain

In a city like Bengaluru

2 hours on road

2 hours remain – Brush, poop, bathe, eat

No time to socialise

No time to talk to family

No time to exercise

No time for recreation

Not to mention companies expect people to answer emails and calls after work hours also.

Then wonder why young people are getting #Heartattacks?!”

He underscored the potential ramifications of prolonged working hours on the physical and mental well-being of individuals, particularly emphasizing the heightened risk of cardiovascular ailments, a concern particularly relevant to his area of expertise.

The insightful post quickly gained traction within the online community, eliciting a considerable number of retweets, likes, and active user engagement.

The ensuing discussions underscored a diverse spectrum of perspectives, with some individuals aligning with the cardiologist’s concerns, while others debated the complexities of balancing work and personal life in a rapidly evolving and demanding professional landscape.

Dr. Krishnamurthy’s intervention illuminated the critical dialogue surrounding work-life balance, urging a holistic approach that prioritizes the overall health and well-being of the workforce, especially among the burgeoning youth population in the country.

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