Akshata Sharma
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IT firms in Karnataka submitted a proposal to the state government demanding an extension of employee working hours to 14 hours, sources said.
The move has met with severe opposition from employees, who called it inhuman, citing health issues and layoff concerns.
According to sources, the state government is considering amending the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961.
The IT companies want their proposal to be included in the amendment, which would legally extend work hours to 14 hours (12 hours + 2 hours overtime).
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