Sudha Murty discusses Narayana Murthy's 70-hour work week

Sudha Murty has spoken about her husband Narayana Murthy's suggestion that young Indians should work 70 hours a week. This is the first time she has addressed his controversial comment. In an interview with NDTV, she discussed the hard work that went into building their company, Infosys. Murty explained that the success of Infosys is not due to luck alone. It required a lot of effort and dedication, especially in the early years. Narayana Murthy often worked long hours, along with his colleagues, to achieve their goals. "There was no magic wand," she said, highlighting the importance of hard work and timing in their success. She also talked about the sacrifices they made as a couple. Sudha Murty decided to focus on their family while her husband worked on Infosys. She managed the household and raised their children, all while he pursued his career. She noted that many professionals, like those in journalism or medicine, also work long hours. Sudha Murty emphasized the importance of mutual support in their relationship. She believes that if one partner is passionate about their work, the other should support them. She reflected on how Narayana Murthy supported her in her philanthropic efforts today. Her comments come after his suggestion created a debate about work-life balance and productivity in India.