In some form or the other, at least 25 countries now have right-to-disconnect rules for workers. But India’s new bill faces scepticism as unpaid overtime and an entrenched overwork culture are the norm. Here is a global comparison

'Don't call, message or email me for work after office hours': People of 25 countries can say this, but not Indians. Right to Disconnect across world

The Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025, proposes financial sanctions against employers for non-compliance at a rate of 1 per cent of the total remuneration of their employees.

Work–life balance for workers: Private members’ Bill seeks legal right to ignore calls, emails after office hours

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'Don't call, message or email me for work after office hours': People of 25 countries can say this, but not Indians. Right to Disconnect across world

Private members’ Bill seeks right to ignore calls, emails after office hours