Workers in Khairthal-Tijara protested at the company gate demanding two months' salary, during which managers allegedly attacked them with sticks. Police have arrested three managers and initiated an investigation into the matter.
Rajasthan: Workers at Safe Decor Private Limited, a sunmica manufacturing company in the Bhiwadi industrial area, protested at the company gate on Wednesday morning due to non-payment of salaries for two months. The workers stated that they had not received their November and December wages. They had been standing outside the company gate since 8 am, demanding payment from management.
Worker Nihal Singh stated that the company had made several false promises and given them dates twice, but the payment was not made. Following this, the union announced that they would not resume work until their salaries were paid.
Managers Attacked with Sticks
During this time, Production Manager Sunil Kumar, son of Vijendra Singh Jat, along with other employees, came out with sticks and attacked the workers. Workers reported that the manager used abusive language and threatened, “I will run a vehicle over you all.” Several workers were injured during the scuffle.
Worker Mannu Chauhan said that management had been postponing their salaries by making false promises daily. On Tuesday, the union held a meeting and clearly told the factory that they would not start work without payment. The manager’s violent reaction on Wednesday morning escalated the situation.
Both Sides Filed Complaints
Following the attack, contractor supervisor Akash filed a complaint against the company management on behalf of the workers for non-payment of two months' salary and assault. Meanwhile, the company’s HR Manager, Vikas Bagsara, filed a complaint alleging that some workers had engaged in demonstrations and vandalism.
UIT Station Officer Dara Singh stated that complaints from both sides have been registered and an investigation is underway. He said that strict action will be taken against the guilty.
Police Arrested Three Managers
After the incident’s video went viral on social media, the police took immediate action. They arrested Production Manager Sunil Kumar, Maintenance Manager Prince Lashkari, son of Vijendra Bairagi, and IT Manager Govind Tiwari, son of Rajan Tiwari.
The video clearly shows workers peacefully protesting at the company gate, but managers attacked them with sticks. Many workers sustained injuries to their hands and bodies.
Investigation Ongoing Based on Video and Evidence
Police stated that a case has been registered against the managers based on the video and statements from the workers. The investigation is also determining what policies the company adopted regarding the workers’ demands and whether safety regulations were followed.
The officer said that swift and impartial action will be taken in the matter and the guilty will be punished under the law.
