'Nation-Building Needs Dedication': Market Expert Ajay Bagga Supports L&T Chairman’s 90-Hour Workweek Vision

Market expert Ajay Bagga has weighed in on the heated debate surrounding Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's recent advocacy for a 90-hour workweek and working on Sundays.

While Subrahmanyan’s suggestion sparked criticism on social media, Bagga took to X (formerly Twitter) to offer his support, emphasizing the need for a robust work ethic in India.

Infrastructure Growth Demands Unwavering Commitment
Bagga stressed that in a developing nation like India, the infrastructure sector requires a three-shift execution model to accelerate growth. He stated, "For nation-building, a huge collective effort and massive dedication are required. Nobody is going to give India or Indians a free passage; we will have to work to make India an advanced economy with great infrastructure."

He further highlighted India's remarkable economic progress over four decades, evolving from a small economy with a large population of poor citizens to becoming the world’s fifth-largest economy.

Bagga predicted India’s ascent to the fourth-largest economy by next year and the third-largest within three to four years, provided the nation continues its relentless pursuit of development.

India’s Transformation Needs Collective Effort
Referring to Subrahmanyan's comments, Bagga pointed out the sincerity behind his advice and urged citizens not to dismiss it outright. “The least we can do as a nation is not to make snide comments or dismiss him out of hand. No one is being forced to work; it is a matter of market demand and supply," he posted on X.

Bagga concluded by reminding people of the challenges that remain and the effort needed to overcome them. “Very few successful people tell you the true path to success. Here is someone who has achieved great success, sharing his sincere advice.”

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