New Delhi, April 19: Arnav Patel, an employee at a company in Delhi, has been waiting for nearly three months for his pending salary after resigning. According to regulations, he should have received his full and final settlement within two days of his last working day, but the company has yet to agree to pay even his last month’s salary.
Similarly, Aparna, who worked at another Delhi-based firm, was laid off but faced months of delays in receiving her final settlement. It was only after seeking legal assistance that she finally received her dues.
Company Claims Ongoing Investigation
These cases are not isolated incidents but involve large companies. Arnav worked for two years as an Area Sales Manager at Muthoot Capital Services Ltd. Despite the passage of 45 days, the company has not provided his final settlement. Multiple emails seeking clarification went unanswered.
When pressed for a response, the company’s HR stated via email that an internal investigation is ongoing, and a response will be provided only after reviewing his involvement. However, no timeline for the investigation’s completion was given.
Dainik Bhaskar attempted to obtain information from the company regarding these issues, but they did not respond. Arnav mentioned that many employees have previously been denied their payments under the pretext of internal investigations or police cases.
Understanding Employee Rights
According to the new labor codes set to be implemented in November 2025, companies are required to provide full and final settlements to employees within two days of their last working day. All formalities must be completed within this timeframe. If there are delays, employees can file complaints in labor courts.
Employees can not only claim their dues but also seek compensation for mental harassment and legal expenses incurred due to delays. If a company withholds salary for any reason, it must provide a valid explanation to the employee, who can also lodge complaints against such actions.