Indore Hospital Staff Forced to Work Two Months Without Pay Over Outsourced Payroll Delay

Indore, Madhya Pradesh – Staff members at several government hospitals linked to MGM Medical College have been compelled to continue their duties for the past two months without any salary payments. The employees, who are employed through an outsourcing arrangement, report that their wages have been stalled since early July.
The delay stems from the payroll outsourcing company’s claim that it has not received the funds required to disburse salaries. According to the firm, the government has not cleared its dues, leaving the contractor unable to meet its payroll obligations.
The prolonged non‑payment has pushed many workers into financial distress, with some saying they cannot even afford to pay school fees for their children. Hospital administration officials have acknowledged the issue but have not provided a timeline for resolution, prompting staff to consider collective action.
Local labour unions have been approached for support, and the situation highlights broader concerns about the reliability of outsourced services in the public health sector.
Authorities are expected to review the contract and address the payment bottleneck to restore normalcy for the affected employees.