Anupam Mittal, a beloved judge on 'Shark Tank India', has voiced support for remote work following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to reduce fuel consumption and revive certain Covid-era work practices. Mittal proposed a one-day-a-week work-from-home policy for his employees.
Mittal's Proposal for Remote Work
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Mittal shared his thoughts: “Kabhi socha nahin, but 1 day remote for 500 employees means 30k litres of petrol saved a year. Wed r now WFH.” This estimate is based on nearly 500 employees working remotely for approximately 50 days per year.
Netizens React to the Idea
The post sparked a debate among internet users. One user expressed concern: “But the productivity will decrease. There's a reason offices are built. They are dedicated places for collaborating and working professionally.” Mittal responded, “Might actually work better … mid-week break from commute.”
Another user questioned the hybrid office culture: “What do you think about hybrid office culture? Do you think it declines productivity? Or is it just an excuse by some major IT giants? Given Indian traffic, it takes 1-1.5 hours on average to reach office. What's your take on this? Will office culture last in the next 5-10 years, or will hybrids take over?”
Mittal replied: “I think it depends on the company and context, but if there were any time in history to consider hybrid, it is now. Eventually, I think most companies will operate 2 days remote per week during peace time and perhaps WFO during crisis or transformation.”
Though the internet appears divided, Mittal seems firm in his stance. The TOI Entertainment Desk, a dynamic team of journalists, brings this story from the entertainment world. They cover everything from Bollywood to Hollywood, exploring the intersections of entertainment with society, politics, and everyday life.
