Graphic designer from Delhi, Lucky Siddiqui, gained widespread attention on social media after he shared his traumatic experience of not receiving his salary for four consecutive months. His LinkedIn post, which has since gone viral, highlights the difficulties many employees face when dealing with pay issues.
My friend, who works at VMS Pvt Ltd, expressed his frustration and sought advice from the online community. “I usually don’t post about personal challenges, but I feel like this needs to be addressed, and I could use some advice,” he said in his post.
Despite carrying out all his work responsibilities, Siddiqi reported that his attempts to solve the payment problem through internal channels were met with silence. “I worked with VMS Pvt Ltd as a graphic designer, and despite meeting expectations, I did not receive my salary for four months. I have tried several times to resolve this issue internally, but unfortunately, the issue remains unresolved,” he explained. .
He stressed the importance of making timely payments, saying: “As professionals, we depend on timely payment to support ourselves and our families. It is frustrating to be faced with such a situation, especially after devoting so much effort to a company.”
In his post, Siddiqui included screenshots of a conversation with a moderator, where he claimed he was told not to call or risk getting banned. He concluded his letter with a plea for guidance on possible legal or professional actions he could take to resolve the problem, hopefully preventing others from experiencing similar difficulties.
The post sparked a huge response, with many users offering advice and sharing their own experiences. One commenter highlighted relevant labor laws, noting that employers who fail to pay salaries on time may be subject to penalties and legal consequences.
“Brother, according to the labor law. If the employer fails to pay the salary on time, he is entitled to pay up to 750 rupees per day as penalty, and also if there are any financial losses the company has to pay that as well, you can file a complaint in court.” Within 3 months, you will receive all delay compensation and legal expenses, otherwise the employers will face a prison sentence of up to two years.
For more help, send me a DM. This happens to me from my current company. I just dropped an email. “And the next day I receive my salary,” the user said.
Another suggested a structured approach to escalating the issue, emphasizing the importance of formal communication rather than informal messaging.
Siddiqui’s situation has sparked a broader discussion about employee rights and accountability in the workplace.