I have a workplace grievance in Gangtok and don't know where to file it, what is the grievance redressal mechanism?

Detailed Legal Analysis

The Sikkim Rent Control Act 2015 or the Industrial Relations Code applicable in your state mandates a grievance redressal mechanism in every establishment employing 20 or more workmen. You must first submit your grievance to the Grievance Redressal Committee constituted by the employer in Gangtok, which must have equal representation of workers and management.

The Sikkim High Court has held that non-constitution of this committee is a violation of statutory duty and can be remedied by approaching the Labour Commissioner. If the committee fails to resolve the grievance within 30 days, you can raise an industrial dispute under the Industrial Disputes Act.

Grievances may include wage deduction, leave denial, harassment, or termination. The committee must maintain a register of grievances and the action taken for inspection by the Labour Department.