Complaint guide (India)
Step-by-step, plain-language paths to document, report, and seek help. Not legal advice — verify deadlines and forums with a qualified lawyer or legal aid where needed.
Emergency & helpline numbers (India)
Save these on your phone. For life-threatening situations, call 112 or 100 first.
Emergency response
112
ERSS — police, fire, and medical emergency (pan-India).
Police
100
Local police control room for immediate danger or crime.
Cyber fraud & online financial scams
1930
National cybercrime helpline — call as soon as you suspect fraud; also report on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.
Women — national helpline
1091
Women in distress; operators can guide you to police / legal support.
NCW (National Commission for Women)
7827170170
Complaints related to women’s rights; you can also use the NCW online complaint form.
Childline
1098
For children in distress or abuse situations.
Choose a topic
Employer / workplace
Wrongful termination, unpaid wages, harassment at work, or unsafe conditions. Start with internal channels where they exist; escalate to labour authorities or police if laws are broken.
Stay safe and note facts calmly
Write down dates, names, emails, and witnesses. Keep copies of your ID card, offer letter, payslips, and appraisals off the employer’s systems if you still have access.
Workplace-related concerns: document what happened and who was involved. Use internal grievance / HR (if safe)
Many companies have a grievance process. If it is sexual harassment at the workplace, the POSH Act requires an Internal Committee (IC). You can approach the IC in writing; they must follow timelines under law.
Image coming soonWe’ll add a visual guide here when the asset is ready. The steps above still apply.Labour office / industrial relations
For wages, wrongful termination (where labour law applies), or contractual disputes, the local labour office or the appropriate labour court / tribunal may apply. A labour lawyer or legal aid clinic can help you pick the right forum.
Image coming soonWe’ll add a visual guide here when the asset is ready. The steps above still apply.Police / criminal complaints
If there is assault, threats, fraud, or serious criminal conduct, you may file an FIR at the police station with jurisdiction. For immediate danger, call 112 or 100.
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Information is for general awareness in India. Laws and procedures change; confirm with official sources, police, or a lawyer for your situation.