‘Take a step again…’: HR head defends L&T chairman Subrahmanyan amid ‘90-hour work week’ controversy

Jan 14, 2025 07:52 PM IST

Nevertheless, LinkedIn customers criticised Sonica Muraleedharan, with many saying they perceive she has a “compulsion” to place out such a submit.

Larsen & Toubro lead HR Sonica Muraleedharan has strongly defended chairman SN Subrahmanyan, who’s dealing with criticism over his current “90-hour work week” assertion.

L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan (File Photograph)

In an extended submit on LinkedIn, Muraleedharan urged folks to “take a step again” and “totally perceive” the “context and intent” of Subrahmanyan’s comment earlier than “dashing to judgment.”

Muraleedharan sought to supply additional readability on Subrahmanyan’s remark, noting that she was current for the inner tackle throughout which he made the controversial suggestion.

“It’ actually disheartening to see how the phrases of our MD and Chairman have been taken out of context, resulting in misunderstandings and pointless criticism. I can confidently state that SNS (SN Subrahmanyan) by no means implied or mandated 90-hour work weeks. His remarks had been informal in nature and have been misinterpreted, fuelling an argument that doesn’t mirror his true intentions,” the HR head, who has been with the corporate for 5 years, wrote.

“Personally vouching” for Subrahmanyan, Muraleedharan hailed him for his “management fashion” and for treating each worker as “a part of an prolonged household.”

“SNS persistently demonstrates an distinctive capability to stability his demanding skilled commitments whereas making a nurturing and empowering atmosphere for his staff. He at all times encourages us to embrace innovation, repeatedly develop our expertise, and develop each personally and professionally. Regardless of his packed schedule, he takes the time to attach with workers and guarantee their voices are heard,” she added.

‘Genuinely cares for his staff’s well-being’

Additional, she described the L&T boss as a “chief who genuinely cares for his staff’s well-being” and has a “visionary management.”

“Leaders like SNS encourage optimistic change and development, and it’s very important to acknowledge their efforts quite than misread them,” Muraleedharan posted.

Nevertheless, customers within the feedback part referred to as her out for defending Subrahmanyan, with many saying they perceive she has a “compulsion” to place out such a submit.