Kochi: In an unprecedented event, salaries for Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) employees have been significantly delayed for the first time in the organization’s history. Typically, employees expect their salaries to be credited on the first day of the month, but by October 2, most employees were still waiting for their payments. A few workers did receive their salaries by noon, but the vast majority were left waiting, sparking widespread discussions across employee WhatsApp groups, especially on Gandhi Jayanti.
The KSEB has yet to issue an official statement addressing the delay, leaving employees frustrated and concerned. On Wednesday, several staff members voiced their concerns, demanding an explanation for the unprecedented delay. According to unofficial reports, a technical issue in the central server caused by a bank’s semi-annual audit has been identified as the primary reason. The increased server load during the audit allegedly disrupted the normal salary distribution process, leading to the delays.
Employees are now urging the authorities to resolve the issue promptly and provide clarity on when they can expect their delayed payments. The delay has raised questions about the KSEB’s internal management and its preparedness to handle such unforeseen technical challenges. The unexpected delay has also sparked broader concerns about the KSEB’s operational efficiency and how such technical glitches could impact employee morale in the long run. Many employees are calling for improved contingency measures to prevent similar issues from recurring in the future. As the wait for their salaries continues, workers are looking to the board’s management for reassurance and swift corrective action, hoping that this incident remains a one-time anomaly in the organization’s history.
