MKmandal,
I have few question with regard to your query to help me understand the situation before I suggest something.
1) What kind of company is this ? I mean, is it a proprietor based firm or partnership firm ? What's the employee strength & company size in terms of turnover, EBIT ? (Since you are a finance person, you would be able to know it).
2) Do you have an appointment letter duly signed by the company official on the company's letter head ? Does it have any section stating anything about the salary payment (mode of payment, income tax, date of payment, etc ) ?
3) What is the company's history with regard to salary payment to employees ? (for the last 6 month's or more)
4) Is your company registered under Shops & Establishment Act ? (If yes, then you would be able to see the registration certificate hung at the reception)
5) What is the reason that the employer/company has given for not having paid the employees, their salaries ?
Regards,
A.B.