This document is a formal template for notifying an employee of retrenchment under Section 25-F of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, detailing the effective date, notice period, retrenchment compensation, and final settlement process.
[Company/Organization Name]
[Company/Organization Address]
Date: [Insert Date]
To,
[Employee’s Name]
[Employee’s Designation]
[Employee’s Address]
Subject: Notice of Retrenchment
Dear [Employee’s Name],
This letter serves as a formal notice of retrenchment from your position as [Employee’s Designation] with effect from [Retrenchment Date]. This decision has been made following [mention the reason for retrenchment, e.g., economic downturn, organizational restructuring, etc.]
Details of the Retrenchment:
1. Notice Period:
• You are provided with [one month's notice/payment in lieu of notice] as per the requirements of Section 25-F of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.
2. Retrenchment Compensation:
• You will be entitled to a retrenchment compensation of [amount], which is calculated based on 15 days' average pay for every completed year of service.
3. Final Settlement:
• The final settlement of dues, including the retrenchment compensation, will be made on or before [date].
Please contact [HR/Finance Department] for any clarifications or assistance regarding your final settlement or any other related matters.
We appreciate your contribution to [Company/Organization Name] and wish you the best in your future endeavours.
Sincerely,
[Authorized Person’s Name]
[Designation]
[Company/Organization Name]
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