A graphic designer from Delhi, Lucky Siddiqui, grabbed attention on social media after he shared his harrowing experience of not receiving his salary for four consecutive months. His LinkedIn post, which has since gone viral, highlights the struggles many employees face when dealing with payment issues.
Siddiqui, who works for VMS Pvt Ltd, expressed his frustration and sought advice from the online community. “I don’t usually post about personal challenges, but I think this needs to be addressed and I could use some advice,” he said in his post.
Despite fulfilling all his professional responsibilities, Siddiqui said his attempts to resolve the payment issue through internal channels were met with silence. “I have been working at VMS Pvt Ltd as a graphic designer and despite expectations, I have not received my salary for four months. I have tried several times to resolve this issue internally, but unfortunately the problem is still not resolved,” he explained. .
He highlighted the importance of timely payments, saying: “As professionals, we rely on timely payment to support ourselves and our families. It is discouraging to face such a situation, especially after putting so much effort into a business.
In his post, Siddiqui included screenshots of a conversation with a supervisor, where he claims he was told not to call or he would be blocked. He concluded his message by calling for advice on what legal or professional actions he could take to resolve the problem, in hopes of preventing others from experiencing similar difficulties.
The post sparked a significant response, with many users offering advice and sharing their own experiences. One speaker highlighted relevant labor laws, noting that employers who fail to pay wages on time may face penalties and legal consequences.
“Brother, according to labor law. If the employer has not paid his salary on time, he has the right to pay up to 750 rupees per day as penalty and if there are financial losses , the company must also pay this, you can file a complaint with the labor court And within 3 months you will receive all your overdue salary and legal costs Otherwise, employers face up to 2 years in prison. .
For more help, ping me on DM. This happens to me at my current company. I just left an email. And the next day I get my salary,” the user said.
Another suggested a systematic approach to escalating the issue, emphasizing the importance of formal communication rather than informal messages.
Siddiqui’s situation sparked a broader debate about employee rights and accountability in the workplace.
