Updated 21:38 IST, January 31st 2025
Indian Engineers Struggle To Work Hard Despite Rs 1 Crore Salary, Says IITian CEO
Varun Vummadi, CEO of a startup, criticized India's work culture, noting that many well-paid engineers resist extra effort, especially a six-day workweek.

Yet another day, yet another discussion on work-life balance! In today's discussion, Varun Vummadi, co-founder and CEO of a startup, expressed concerns about the work culture in India. He stated that despite earning substantial salaries, many engineers hesitate to put in extra effort, especially when required to work six days a week. His comments triggered a debate on social media, with some questioning the need for a six-day workweek.
Meanwhile, others argue that a five-day, eight-hour work schedule is more beneficial for mental health, physical well-being, and overall productivity.
Varun Vummadi shared his observation on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "I've noticed a trend in hiring engineers for our Indian office. Despite offering a base salary of ₹1 crore, many are unwilling to put in hard work."
He further added, "A large number of engineers with 3-8 years of experience are hesitant to work six days a week."
"Why insist on a six-day workweek? The focus should be on performance, not the number of workdays. If someone isn’t performing, it’s better to remove them," commented a social media user in response to the IITian’s post.
One user commented, "Regardless of the field, the era of ‘pay a high salary and make them work 24×7’ is over. In my view, a five-day workweek with eight-hour shifts is essential for both mental and physical well-being, as well as productivity."
Another humorously remarked, "Narayan Murthy made working hard seem uncool by constantly preaching about it. People just don’t want to validate him."
A fourth user added, "People are finally recognizing the importance of prioritizing their health above everything else."
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Published 21:38 IST, January 31st 2025