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Samsung issues 'no work, no pay' warnings to bring back striking workers in Chennai plant
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Samsung issues 'no work, no pay' warnings to bring back striking workers in Chennai plant

| @indiablooms | 24 Sep 2024, 02:41 pm

Chennai/IBNS: As the strike at Samsung Electronics' manufacturing facility in Chennai's Sriperumbudur entered its 16th day on Tuesday (Sept. 24), the tech giant has issued a showcause notice to the striking workers, highlighting its 'no work, no pay' policy and warning it will lay off workers if they continue with the ceasework, reports said.

The strike, backed by the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU), began on September 9.

However, many workers returned to their jobs on Monday following the issuance of a show cause notice, sources reported.

As per the notice, workers participating in the "illegal strike" will not receive pay under the 'no work, no pay' policy.

A Samsung representative stated, "Management has expressed that all issues can be resolved through discussions and has made several attempts to address concerns, urging employees to return to work."

The notice also warned that workers who continue with the illegal strike and fail to respond to the notice could face dismissal.

It reads, "If you do not return to work within four days of receiving this notice, you are required to provide an explanation within seven days as to why you should not be dismissed from service."

The strike, which initially affected production at Samsung’s Chennai plant, particularly of consumer goods such as televisions, refrigerators, and washing machines, now has minimal impact.

A company insider noted that production is expected to return to near-normal levels this week.

"Our employees' welfare remains our top priority, and we are committed to engaging with them to resolve any issues. At the same time, we have ensured there is no disruption to consumers ahead of the festive season," the official added.

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