Varun Vummadi claims engineers in India refuse to work six days a week even with high salaries
San Francisco-based Indian-origin entrepreneur and IIT Kharagpur alumnus Varun Vummadi has sparked a debate on work culture by stating that Indian techies are unwilling to work six days a week, even when offered a base salary of ₹1 crore, reported gujaratsamachar.com.
Tech industry work-life balance debate resurfaces online
Taking to X, Vummadi shared his hiring experiences, stating that many engineers with 3–8 years of experience hesitate to commit to a six-day workweek. In a follow-up post, he emphasized that hard work is key to success, citing Elon Musk as an example.
Mixed reactions to work culture expectations
His comments triggered varied responses online. Some users argued that employees work harder when they see value in their contributions, while others highlighted the importance of mental health and maintaining a balance between work and life. Some suggested that money alone isn’t always a sufficient motivator, and personal fulfillment plays a crucial role in career choices.
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