Facing a Charge Sheet After Resignation: Should I Respond or Take Legal Action?

Hi,

I was working as a Senior Manager in a PSU. I was transferred to an irrelevant department by the management as a vindictive act. I submitted my resignation to the GM - P&A in person, and a copy of the receipt has been taken. I have 300 days of credit, and I requested to adjust 30 days as a notice period. I have a clear academic record and no disciplinary proceedings until the date I submitted my letter of resignation. The non-acceptance or rejection of the resignation was not sent in a written statement; rather, the management kept it cool.

After 8 months, I claimed my PF, GF, and others. They have served a charge sheet seeking an explanation for the long leave exactly after 12 months. As per the standing orders of the company, they should have informed me of the non-acceptance within 48 hours. What should I do? Should I reply to the charge sheet? Should I proceed legally? I did not hold any responsible assignment in the last 3 months of service until the resignation was submitted.

I need an expert opinion.

Regards

Dear Mr. Suresh,

Here, most HR professionals fail to act appropriately. Whenever you submit your resignation, make sure to have at least 2 copies of it. The original copy that you submit must be signed by the person to whom you are giving it.

Kindly explain to me what your standing orders state. For instance, if a person does not return to work within the specified period, the HR department issues a notice to resume duty. If the individual still does not resume, a letter is sent by the local post office. If you do not receive this letter, it must be published in the local newspaper.

Currently, there is no need to provide a reply. Instead, along with the resignation, submit a copy of the resignation letter (if available).

With Regards,

Vivek

I resigned from the job and gave a 3-month notice to the company, but the directors kept persuading me to continue. I was also double-minded and did not even try for a new job. All of a sudden, after 2 months, my resignation was accepted in writing by the management. Can I claim 2 months' notice period salary? As per my agreement, the notice period is 3 months.

If you are in an indecisive mood, why have you not heard back from the employer? The resignation letter is already with the management, and they have decided to relieve you. At this point, you do not have any say in negotiations. You may want to seek help from an advocate for suitable legal relief.