Namita Thapar discusses work-life balance and the 70-hour workweek debate

Namita Thapar, a judge on Shark Tank India and Executive Director at Emcure Pharmaceuticals, has a net worth of ₹600 crore. She holds an MBA from Duke University and is a Chartered Accountant. Thapar has been influential in the Indian business landscape. Thapar opposes the idea of a 70-hour workweek for employees, arguing that only founders should work such hours due to their ownership stakes. She emphasizes that regular employees do not share the same financial upside as business owners. In her discussions, Thapar highlights the importance of work-life balance, suggesting that extreme work hours could negatively impact personal lives. She advocates for a more sustainable approach to work in India.