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Claiming unpaid salaries during COVID-19 which are mentioned to be paid on WPS

Hi.

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, I have been on unpaid leave since 14th March. I received half a salary for March and nothing since.

The unpaid leave was not mutually agreed and didn't sign any document to say that I agreed. The company basically just shut the office doors to all staff.

However, when on the MOHRE app in the WPS section, it says I have 0 payment pending for April and May.

Is there any way my employer would have been able to adjust my salary to 0 with the MOL without my consent?

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7 Jun 2020, 14:59

Hi

Without your written approval your company can’t reduce your salary.

We advise you to visit the labour office to settle the matter or get NOC to file a case at the labour court.

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