Dear team, I wanted to know about the work-from-home policy in India. I am working in an IT company where I have encountered an issue regarding WFH. The situation is that you can take WFH for a full day, but they will only pay you a half-day salary.
My question is, is this the right decision by the company?
Is it legally allowed? Can someone take action about this? What does the labor code say about it?
From India, Bengaluru
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2My question is, is this the right decision by the company?
Is it legally allowed? Can someone take action about this? What does the labor code say about it?
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Dear Nazir Muhammed,
It appears that your company has discovered employees are misusing the Work From Home (WFH) facility. Therefore, to discourage this practice, the company has implemented a new administrative measure.
Nevertheless, if the quantum of output provided by an employee is equivalent to a day's work, then employees are eligible for a full-day salary. Just because the mode of working has changed does not mean that the salary should be halved.
There is no labor law that sanctions underpayment due to a change in the mode of working.
Collectively, employees can approach the company's management for payment that matches the quantum of work. If the company administration remains uncooperative, then collectively an application can be filed with the labor office. However, while filing an application, ensure there are as many signatories as possible who are the most junior and do not have subordinates reporting to them.
Once you file an application, things are expected to resolve on their own.
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Dinesh Divekar
From India, Bangalore
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It appears that your company has discovered employees are misusing the Work From Home (WFH) facility. Therefore, to discourage this practice, the company has implemented a new administrative measure.
Nevertheless, if the quantum of output provided by an employee is equivalent to a day's work, then employees are eligible for a full-day salary. Just because the mode of working has changed does not mean that the salary should be halved.
There is no labor law that sanctions underpayment due to a change in the mode of working.
Collectively, employees can approach the company's management for payment that matches the quantum of work. If the company administration remains uncooperative, then collectively an application can be filed with the labor office. However, while filing an application, ensure there are as many signatories as possible who are the most junior and do not have subordinates reporting to them.
Once you file an application, things are expected to resolve on their own.
Thanks,
Dinesh Divekar
From India, Bangalore
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Hi, rather than working in the office, WFH employees are contributing more as there is no fixed end time for work, especially in the IT and ITES sectors. However, some employees are misusing WFH, but not everyone should be penalized for that. Paying only half a day's salary is not fair at all. I suggest making a request to your immediate superior and HR about this issue. Hopefully, they will address it.
From India, Madras
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WFH was permitted by the company, I am sure. On what basis are they slashing pay? There is no legal basis for such cuts. Please read the policy letter, if any, on this issue by the company and take up the matter.
[Link 1: Livemint](https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/if-you-work-from-home-pay-colleagues-working-from-office-a-company-s-new-rule-11625036330771.html)
[Link 2: SME Futures](https://smefutures.com/lets-talk-about-wfh-salaries-the-pay-cuts-and-the-evolving-compensation-strategies/)
There are some international trends in the air about such slashes. Presently, no labor law permits such cuts in our nation.
From India, Pune
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[Link 1: Livemint](https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/if-you-work-from-home-pay-colleagues-working-from-office-a-company-s-new-rule-11625036330771.html)
[Link 2: SME Futures](https://smefutures.com/lets-talk-about-wfh-salaries-the-pay-cuts-and-the-evolving-compensation-strategies/)
There are some international trends in the air about such slashes. Presently, no labor law permits such cuts in our nation.
From India, Pune
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If a company pays a half-day salary for a full day's work, it may be considered unfair compensation for the employee. It would be best for the company and the employee to discuss the situation and reach an agreement on the terms of work-from-home compensation.
From India, Noida
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Really appreciate your support. I have convey the same to the management. Now they have taken action to Withdraw the policy.
From India, Bengaluru
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Hi, In response to your query, work from home (WFH) has become increasingly prevalent in India since the COVID-19 pandemic began. However, there is no specific legislation in India that directly addresses WFH. Therefore, the WFH policy and its associated terms and conditions are primarily governed by the individual employment agreement and company policies.
Regarding your question about the company's decision to pay half-day salary for a full day's WFH, it depends on the specific terms and conditions of your employment agreement and the company's policies. In general, employers must comply with the Minimum Wages Act, which establishes minimum wage rates for different types of work. If the company is paying less than the minimum wage for a full day's work, it may be considered a violation of the Minimum Wages Act.
Employees may seek recourse under the Industrial Disputes Act, which allows employees to file complaints for unfair labor practices or wage disputes. However, the appropriate legal action will depend on the specific facts of the case and the applicable laws.
In conclusion, the decision to pay a half-day salary for a full day's WFH should be assessed in the context of your employment agreement and the company policies. The legality of the decision will depend on the minimum wage rates and applicable labor laws. If you believe that the company's policy violates the Minimum Wages Act or other applicable laws, you may seek legal recourse under the Industrial Disputes Act.
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From India, Mumbai
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Regarding your question about the company's decision to pay half-day salary for a full day's WFH, it depends on the specific terms and conditions of your employment agreement and the company's policies. In general, employers must comply with the Minimum Wages Act, which establishes minimum wage rates for different types of work. If the company is paying less than the minimum wage for a full day's work, it may be considered a violation of the Minimum Wages Act.
Employees may seek recourse under the Industrial Disputes Act, which allows employees to file complaints for unfair labor practices or wage disputes. However, the appropriate legal action will depend on the specific facts of the case and the applicable laws.
In conclusion, the decision to pay a half-day salary for a full day's WFH should be assessed in the context of your employment agreement and the company policies. The legality of the decision will depend on the minimum wage rates and applicable labor laws. If you believe that the company's policy violates the Minimum Wages Act or other applicable laws, you may seek legal recourse under the Industrial Disputes Act.
Thanks!
From India, Mumbai
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