Facing Unpaid Salary After Company Closure: Should I File a Case or Wait for HR Response?

I have been working for a training company since May. The company's head office is in New Delhi. The company opened its center in Patna, where I was appointed as an English language trainer. The company provided me with a contract letter signed by the director. Due to a dispute between the company and the caretaker and investor of the Patna center, the company has closed its center in Patna. My last working day was October 20, 2012. The company gave me a 20-day notice by sending me an email. However, the company has not paid my salary for the month of September and the first 20 days of October. My salary is supposed to be credited on the 20th of every month. I have been emailing my director and HR, but I have not received any proper reply. Ideally, I should have received my salary until October 20th. Please guide me on what to do. The contract letter specifies that in case of any disputes, jurisdiction lies with the local court. Should I file a case or wait?

Regards, Rahul Ranjan - Mobile: [Phone Number Removed For Privacy Reasons]

I suggest you visit the Head Office in New Delhi once, if feasible. Once you are aware of all the facts there and are sure about the reasons HR cites, you can take the next step. You can also ask them about the policy regarding the termination of contracts and, if possible, inquire if they can provide you with information on internal job postings.

Regards,
Hiral