A Hyderabad-based civil engineer's emotional post about working a six-day week has struck a chord with professionals across India. The post shared on Reddit has reignited conversations about work-life balance, employee well-being, and the realities of the construction industry.
The engineer, a 25-year-old woman, shared her frustrations online, saying that years of demanding work schedules have left her physically and mentally exhausted. The woman in her post revealed that she is ready to work at a less salary but other companies also have a six-day work week policy.
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Hyderabad engineer says 6-day work week is taking a toll
The engineer, a 2023 graduate of Indian Institute of Information Technology Nuzvid, said she has spent the past three years working in the civil engineering sector. According to her post, the six-day work week has made it difficult to maintain any meaningful balance between professional and personal life.
She wrote: "For the past 3 years, I’ve been working a 6-day work week."
Describing her daily routine, she added: "By the time I get home, I barely have the energy to do basic household chores, spend time with my family, or even enjoy my evenings."
‘Sundays are spent recovering’
The engineer said the only weekly holiday is often consumed by rest and recovery rather than leisure or family time. She explained: "Sundays are mostly spent recovering from the week’s exhaustion, and before I know it, it’s Monday again."
Her comments resonated with many professionals who said they face similar challenges in industries where six-day work schedules remain common.
Looking for a switch, but finding the same problem
The Hyderabad engineer revealed that she is currently employed at one of India's largest construction firms and has been actively exploring other opportunities.
