IT companies in Karnataka are proposing an extension of work hours to 14 hours, sparking controversy and raising concerns about job security. The proposal has faced strong opposition from employees’ unions who fear job losses due to a potential shift to a two-shift system. This comes amidst a heated debate on job reservation for Kannadigas in the private sector.
PhonePe CEO and cofounder Sameer Nigam expressed his dissatisfaction with the Karnataka government’s job reservation bill for Kannadigas, sparking debate online. The bill, which mandates job reservations for local candidates in private firms, has faced backlash from various stakeholders, including Nigam, who questioned the rationale behind the bill and its impact on the tech industry in Bangalore.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has invited tech companies to relocate to Visakhapatnam following NASSCOM’s disappointment over the Karnataka State Employment of Local Industries Factories Establishment Act Bill, 2024, which mandates job reservations for Kannadigas in private firms. Lokesh highlighted the state’s supportive environment for IT and related industries, while Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge defended the bill, emphasizing the importance of local talent development.
