Narayana Murthy Urges Indian Youth: Work 70 Hours for Progress

Narayana Murthy, Founder of Infosys encourages diligence, adopting beneficial habits, and enhancing bureaucratic efficiency for India’s growth. 

Narayana Murthy, the founder of Infosys, recently shared his thoughts on the future of India in a heart-to-heart conversation with Mohandas Pai, former CFO of Infosys, in the inaugural episode of “The Record,” a video series by 3one4 Capital. In his candid discussion, Mr Murthy expressed his deep belief that for India to make significant progress, the youth need to step up their productivity and dedication, even to the extent of working 70 hours a week. He made a heartfelt appeal to the younger generation, encouraging them to say, “This is my country, and I’m willing to work 70 hours a week for its betterment.”

Cultivate Beneficial Western Habits

One of Mr Murthy’s key messages revolved around the idea of adopting the right habits, specifically those from the West, that can benefit India. He expressed concern that young Indians sometimes tend to adopt less desirable habits from Western cultures, failing to contribute positively to their own country. He encouraged the youth to carefully choose the habits they adopt and ensure they align with the nation’s progress.

Reflecting on the rise of emerging markets, especially China, Mr Murthy urged India to learn from countries that have achieved significant economic growth over the past 25-30 years. He stressed the importance of analyzing the policy decisions made by these nations and how they navigated challenges and difficulties. By studying successful countries, he believes that India can identify strategies for its growth.

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Efficiency in bureaucracy was another focal point in Mr. Murthy’s discussion. He emphasized that India needs to enhance its bureaucratic efficiency to remain globally competitive. He noted that delays in decision-making, corruption, and low work productivity are obstacles that need to be addressed. These issues, he believes, must be tackled head-on for India to keep pace with countries that have made remarkable progress.

India’s Call to Diligence

Mr. Murthy cited the post-World War II efforts in Germany and Japan as examples of nations that achieved remarkable recovery and growth. These countries encouraged their citizens to work extra hours, with a collective commitment to rebuilding their nations. He hoped that Indian leaders, both in government and corporations, would rally the younger generation to seize the opportunity India now has and consolidate the respect it has gained. Mr. Murthy stressed that the time has come for Indians to work diligently, maintain discipline, and enhance their work productivity for the country’s benefit.

In a poignant reflection, Mr Murthy underlined the profound impact of a nation’s culture on its governance and progress. He called for a cultural transformation toward determination, discipline, and hard work, especially among the youth, who constitute a significant portion of India’s population. In his view, it is the younger generation that possesses the enthusiasm and potential to build a brighter future for the country.

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In this heartfelt conversation, Narayana Murthy’s passionate appeal serves as a reminder of the responsibility each young Indian bears in shaping the nation’s destiny. His vision is rooted in the belief that by working together with determination, dedication, and a commitment to progress, India can overcome its challenges and achieve the greatness it aspires to.

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