Stuck in a 3-Year Bond: How Can I Handle My Company's Notice Period Demands?

At the time of joining, I had signed a bond with the company for 3 years of service with a 6-month notice period. I worked for the company for almost 2 years. Two months ago, I resigned from the company and asked them to waive the 6-month notice period because my dad's health was not good. However, I didn't receive a reply until 1 month later. After many emails and reminders, they emailed me saying that they would try to relieve me by the end of May. I reiterated to them that I would work until the 1st week of May, and after that, it would not be possible for me to continue working. To date, I have not received any letter or communication from their side.

Recently, after sending another reminder for my relieving email, I received a letter from the company stating that I had resigned from the company and worked for only 1 month. According to the bond's 6-month notice period, they claim that I am liable to pay 5 months' salary to the company before being relieved.

Can anyone suggest what I can do next?

Understanding the Bond Agreement and Relieving Process

1. You signed the bond for 3 years, and leaving before that is considered a breach of the agreement.

2. As per the agreement signed by both parties, the terms and conditions should be processed accordingly.

3. Since you mentioned your father's health condition was bad, this subject concerns humanity.

4. Try to reach a mutual understanding and negotiate the terms.

5. They are legally strong because they have your signed agreement.

Regards