Story perspectives

Parliament Debates Right to Disconnect Amid Work Culture Shift

12/12/2025

50 10

Summary

Story summary

The Parliament is debating the Right to Disconnect Bill 2025, allowing employees to ignore work communications outside hours.
The bill was introduced by Supriya Sule, MP, December 5, to protect workers' rights amid a corporate culture.
Supporters say the measure is necessary, while critics argue enforcement will be challenging in a labor-surplus economy.
Infosys founder N. R. Narayana Murthy urged Indian workers to adopt China's 72-hour work week model, fueling the debate.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Parliament is debating the Right to Disconnect Bill 2025, allowing employees to ignore work communications outside hours.
The bill was introduced by Supriya Sule, MP, December 5, to protect workers' rights amid a corporate culture.
Supporters say the measure is necessary, while critics argue enforcement will be challenging in a labor-surplus economy.
Infosys founder N. R. Narayana Murthy urged Indian workers to adopt China's 72-hour work week model, fueling the debate.