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71 per cent of Indian workers say lack of sleep hurts productivity: Resmed survey
Global study finds rising sleep awareness in India, but many still fail to act
MUMBAI: Lack of sleep is quietly draining productivity across Indian workplaces, even as people increasingly recognise its importance. A new global survey by health technology company Resmed shows that while most employees understand the value of good sleep, many still struggle to prioritise it.
According to the company’s sixth annual Global Sleep Survey, 71 per cent of working respondents in India say insufficient sleep affects their ability to focus and perform at work. Yet more than half feel workplace culture does little to support healthier sleep habits.
The study, which gathered responses from 30,000 people across 13 countries, highlights a growing awareness of sleep as a pillar of health. However, it also reveals a stubborn gap between knowing sleep matters and actually getting enough of it.
In India, 57 per cent say sleep health is not prioritised at work, while 58 per cent report heavy workloads interfering with their sleep. The consequences often spill into the workday. About 77 per cent admit to taking a “snooze day”, calling in sick after a particularly poor night’s sleep.
Flexible work arrangements appear to offer some relief. Nearly 72 per cent of respondents say flexible schedules help them manage their sleep better, suggesting that work culture could play a bigger role in improving sleep health.
Daily pressures remain the biggest sleep disruptors. Stress or anxiety affects 39 per cent of respondents, followed by work responsibilities at 37 per cent and household duties at 31 per cent.
Despite these challenges, many Indians acknowledge the role sleep plays in long term health. Forty four per cent rank adequate sleep among the most important contributors to overall wellbeing, alongside diet and exercise.
Still, awareness does not always translate into results. Nearly half of respondents in India report getting a good night’s sleep only four nights a week or fewer, highlighting the persistent gap between intent and action.
Technology, however, is nudging people towards greater awareness. Three in four Indians say they track their sleep using wearable devices at least occasionally, with smartwatches and fitness bands leading the trend. Among those who use such devices, 66 per cent say they would seek medical advice if the data indicated a potential health risk.
Yet conversations about sleep are not always happening in clinics. While 78 per cent say they would consult a healthcare professional about persistent sleep problems, only 69 per cent recall being asked about sleep during routine medical visits.
Resmed chief medical officer Carlos Nunez, said the shift in public awareness is encouraging but incomplete.
“People increasingly recognise sleep as central to long term health,” he said. “But awareness alone is not enough. The real challenge is helping people move from recognising the problem to taking action, whether through better habits, screening or treatment.”
The survey suggests that closing the gap between awareness, diagnosis and treatment could help millions address sleep disorders earlier, including conditions such as sleep apnoea.
The research was conducted between 11 December 2025 and 14 January 2026 across 13 markets including the United States, China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Australia. Samples in each country reflected national age and gender distributions.
For many workers, the message is simple. Sleep may be the most overlooked productivity tool in the modern workplace. And judging by the number of snooze days, it might also be the one most urgently needed.
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Cars24 co-founder Gajendra Jangid steps down amid leadership churn
Exits of CEO Himanshu Ratnoo and Ankit Bhalla add to top-level reshuffle
NEW DELHI: Cars24 has seen further top-level changes with co-founder Gajendra Jangid stepping down, adding to a series of senior exits at the company in recent months.
According to media reports, Jangid conveyed his decision in an internal communication to employees, stating that he had been considering the move for some time. He noted that there comes a stage when a company no longer relies on its founders to keep progressing, adding that it felt like the right moment to step back.
His exit follows a period of notable leadership churn at the Gurugram-based company. Recently, Himanshu Ratnoo stepped down as chief executive officer, while Ankit Bhalla also exited the organisation, signalling movement across key roles.
Responding to the development, Vikram Chopra acknowledged Jangid’s contribution, crediting him for shaping the brand, driving its marketing direction, and supporting the development of key teams and platforms within the ecosystem.
With multiple senior departures in quick succession, the company appears to be entering a phase of internal restructuring as it continues to scale its used car business in a competitive market.
