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31-05-2007:- Tenure Transfers of about 15 SDEs (Telecom) from J&K Circle are under issue, most of the substitutes have been posted, considering request applications from various Circles to J&K Circle.

30-05-2007:- GS writes to DDG (Pers) regarding consideration of various requests for Inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of  SDE. Click here for letter

30-05-2007:- GS writes to Sr DDG (Electrical) regarding consideration of various requests for Inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of  SDE (Elec). Click here for letter

30-05-2007:- GS writes to Sr DDG (FP) regarding consideration of various requests for Inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of  JAO/AO/SrAO. Click here for letter

30-05-2007:- FIRST VICTORY OF OUR TRADE UNION ACTION : Utmost issue of our charter of demands i.e implementation of promotion policy for BSNL Executives  is complied with by issuing clarification on various points/ issues relating to the Executive Promotion Policy raised by this Association and some Telecom Circles on 30/05/2007. Click here for clarifications.

30.05.2007GS and Editor met DDG(SR):- DDG(SR) reacted that when the dialogue between the Association and the Management had already started and positive steps are being taken to address the grievances, Organizational Action Programme should have been withdrawn.  We appreciated the concern shown by the DDG(SR) and requested that some concrete results should come before reviewing the continuation of the Organizational Action Programme. We then discussed about the issues raised in the notice for the Organizational Action Programme:

 a)         Delay in implementation of Executive Promotion Policy:   We expressed our serious resentment against the delay in implementation of the Executive Promotion Policy on the pretext of clarifications to be issued from the Corporate Office.  DDG(SR) assured for issuing the clarifications today itself.

 b)         Implementation of the Executive Promotion Policy assured at the time of absorption:    We reiterated that the Executive Promotion Policy as assured at the time of absorption of Group B level Executives should be implemented in-toto and any  deviation from that is not acceptable to us. DDG(SR) assured to bring the views of the Association to the notice of Director(HRD) and CMD.  He also assured that a meeting of the Association with these Officers will be convened shortly.

 c)         Implementation of the upgraded pay scales w.e.f. 01.10.2000:       DDG(SR) intimated that the matter has already been sent to the Management Committee for its approval.  We expressed out views that the upgradation should be done on actual basis. 

 d)         One time placement of the SDEs in the Sr. SDEs grade: DDG(SR) intimated that since this item was not a part of the terms of reference at the time of absorption, HLC and Bhave Committee considered the issue but could not reach a conclusive decision. He however assured that a detailed discussion on the issue is required with all the relevant data. 

 e)         Payment of pension to BSNL employees:  DDG(SR) informed that BSNL has already taken up the matter with the Department of Telecom.  Department of Telecom is expected to take up the matter with Cabinet for its approval after getting necessary concurrence from Ministry of Finance.

 f)          Absorption of Group A officers in BSNL :  DDG(SR) was of the view that though this item is beyond the purview of BSNL, DoT is taking steps to settle the issue.

 g) Regularization of STS Group ‘A’ Officers promoted on adhoc basis and absorbed in BSNL: - We intimated DDG(SR) that Secretary DoT in the formal meeting with AIBSNLEA on 10.01.2007 directed BSNL management to regularize all STS Group ‘A’ officers promoted on adhoc basis & absorbed in BSNL in all disciplines except in Telecom Engineering Wing where the Group ‘A’ Officers absorption process is yet to be completed. He also advised BSNL Management, that in Telecom Engineering Wing, to regularize absorbed Group ‘A’ Officers case may be processed separately to DoT, for approval. DDG(SR) informed that it would not be possible to make regular promotions in the absence of RRs of Group A grades in BSNL.  We told that till BSNL finalises its own RRs promotion can be made with the available DoT RRs.  If BSNL is concerned about the Direct Recruit Group A officers, a saving clause can be made in the BSNL RRs when it is framed.  DDG(SR) assured to look into.  

 h) Filling up of vacant STS posts of Group 'A' on Adhoc basis: - We vehemently raised the issue of delay in holding DPCs to fill up about 2315 vacant STS of Group ‘A’ Posts on adhoc promotion basis & all vacant STS posts in various disciplines from the eligible Group 'B' officers. DDG(SR) informed that issue of promotion to DE(Ad-hoc) needs detailed discussions in accordance with the various court rulings and assured to have separate discussion on the issue shortly. For all other disciplines {Sr. AO to CAO, SDE(C/E) to EE(C/E), SDE(TF) to AGM(TF) etc} DPCs are in the process.

 i). Non-integration of HR functions in BSNL: - DDG(SR) informed that BSNL has initiated action for integration of HR functions but the same is held up for want of certain clarifications from DPE.

 j) Transparent Transfer Policy:-  We vehemently opposed the untimely and pick-n-chose mass transfers of Executives in BSNL.  We also insisted to release the transparent transfer policy.  DDG (SR) assured to discuss the matter with Director(HRD).

 k) Sanction of Man Power plan – 2006 posts DDG (SR) confirmed that the BSNL Board has approved sanction of Man Power Plan posts.  We expressed our resentment against converting Man Power Plan 2006 to 2005-2007. During the year 2006-2007 tremendous growth in New Service Areas has taken place and against this growth additional Man Power Plan 2007 could have been processed.

 l) Fixation of AAOs pay scale under FR (22):- DDG (SR) intimated that the Department of Telecom has already taken up the matter again with the Ministry of Finance and a positive response from MoF is expected.

 m) Revision of pay scale for Official Language Officers:- DDG(SR) intimated that the status of the issue will be ascertained from DDG (Pers).

 n) Non-grant of stagnation increment on annual basis: -    DDG (SR) informed that as per Government Policy Bi-annual increment is to be granted in case of stagnation.  However, BSNL has taken up the case to increase the span of E-3 and E-4 scales with DoT.  It is understood that DoT has now taken up the case with DPE.

 o) Removal of discrimination based on qualification in the case of JTO Architects: DDG (SR) reiterated that qualification is the base of Architects as per Council of Architects. We requested to relax the same in BSNL.

 p) Lateral advancement of JTOs (TFs) after 12 years of service/ ACP scheme after completion of 12 years to JTOs in Telecom Factories and holding of DPCs to fill up SDE (TF) / AGM (TF) vacant posts immediately: DDG (SR) assured to ascertain the status of the issues from DDG (Pers).

 q) Removal of FR35 for officiating JTOs and one time conversion of JTO post from Outside quota to 35% quota :- DDG (SR) assured to look into.

 r) Recruitment of JTO / JAO: - DDG(SR) informed that the Board has approved direct recruitment of about 2400 JTOs and about 500 JAOs. 

s) HR issues related to Civil/Electrical Wing:-  i. Holding of Limited Departmental Competitive Exam (LDCE): - LDCE is not being conducted since 2001, as we approached to Sr. DDG (B/W) office for the same the reply is, "Syllabus is Under Preparation". It has passed three years for waiting syllabus. So there is no scope of promotion from JTO(C/E) to SDE (C/E) by any means. ii. Stoppage of Account Papers in Civil / Electrical wing in the cadre of JTOs and SDEs:- DDG (SR) assured to ascertain the status of the issues from Sr DDG (Estt.).

 t) Holding of DPCs for regular promotion from JTO to SDE & JAO/AAO to AO grades: DDG (SR) assured to discuss the issues with DDG (Pers.) and Sr DDG (SPF).

 u) Up-gradation of steno Gr. III to Personnel Assistant as one time measure and  Creation of posts of PPS & officiating promotion to PA/PS:   DDG(SR) intimated that the Board has already created 6 posts of PPS to be attached with the CMD and functional Directors. We demanded that sufficient number of PPS posts should be created to be manned with all HAG level officers.

v) Improvement in the revised policy for Service GSM, RSTC and Broad Band to Executives:-  DDG(SR) assured to have discussions with Sr. DDG(CS).

w) Viability of BSNL :(a) No Disinvestment/privatization of BSNL/(b) No reduction in Access Deficit Charges/(c) No unbundling of BSNL’s last line copper/ (d) No sharing of BSNL’s infrastructure with Private Operators/ (e) Non-grant of Navratna status to BSNL / (f) Stopping AMC and outsourcing: DDG(SR) told that these issues are out of the purview of BSNL.  However, the Management is equally concerned and has conveyed its views to DoT.

 After detail discussions DDG (SR) informed that he will discuss the above issues with the concern authorities and thereafter, he will hold a meeting with the Association shortly.

30-05-2007:- Massive Demonstration:- Our members through out the country overwhelmingly participated in the Massive Demonstration, which has created tremendous impact . We call upon all the Circle/ Branch Secretaries to make a grand success to our DHARNA Program on 13-06-2007. Majority of member participation should be ensured.
29.05.2007 :- STRIKE CONTINUES :-                 No conclusive discussion has taken place. Our organisational action programmes continues. Kindly HOLD  MASS DEMONSTRATION DURING LUNCH/CLOSING HOURS ON 30/05/2007 AT BSNL CO / CIRCLE HQs./ SSAs HQs.            !!! MAKE IT GRAND SUCCESS !!!                                       !!! MAKE IT GRAND SUCCESS !!!

25-05-2007:- G S writes to Shri Niranjan Singh Director ( HRD) BSNL New Delhi. regarding cancellation of  transfer order of Shri T.R. Jain DE (OFC) Itarsi (WTR) MP and Treasurer (Financial Secretary) AIBSNLEA MP Circle. Click here for letter.

25-05-2007:- G S writes to Shri A K Sinha Chairman-cum-Managing Director BSNL, New Delhi regarding our protest against Mass Intra-Circle transfer of  SDEs/DEs. Click here for letter.

25-05-2007:- G S writes to Shri A K Sinha Chairman-cum-Managing Director BSNL, New Delhi regarding Up-gradation of pay scale of AD (OL) at par other Government Sector  Employees holding similar posts. Click here for letter.

24.05.2007:- Sanction of Man Power Plan 2005-07:- BSNL Board is  understood   to  have

 

cleared  the  Man  Power  Plan  for  the  period  2005-07 on  the  consistent  and  untiring

 

efforts  of AIBSNLEA as a  result  of  the   notice   served for  the  Organizational Action

 

Programme. Details  of  the  posts  sanctioned  are  as  under:-

 

Engineering:-       SAG-44,     JAG - 279,   STS - 360,     SDE - 623,    JTO - 2382

 

Finance :-            SAG -12,   JAG - 31,     CAO-277,     AO-460,        JAO -836

 

Miscellaneous :-  PPS - 06,   Sports Inspector - 4,     Pers. Asstt. - 5,      Assistant - 1

24.05.2007: GS and Editor met Sr. DDG (Estt) and discussed:

(a) DPC from SDE(T) to DE (Ad-hoc): We impressed upon for holding the DPC to fill up about 2315 DEs posts cleared by DoT one year back on continuous efforts of our Association. We also clarified the status of court cases regarding TES group 'B' seniority list. Being the Member of DPC, he assured to look into.

(b) Holding of DPCs from SDE(C/E) to EE(C/E): Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that DPC work is over to fill up vacant EE (C/E) posts. Orders will be issued shortly.

(c) Holding of DPCs from JTO(C/E) to SDE(C/E): Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that DPC can not be held due to National Commission for STs directions which challenges the initial constitution of roster. LDC Examination can also not be held due to same reason resulting in non-availability of correct seniority list.

(d) Referendum for majority Executives' Association in BSNL: We strongly demanded to start the process of referendum for majority Executives' Association in BSNL so that one Association emerges as the representative Association. Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that as soon as the absorption of Group A officers in BSNL is completed, the process of referendum for majority Executives' Association will start.

(e) Finalisation of RRs for Group A level posts: Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that the RRs will be finalized soon after the absorption process for Group A is complete. We demanded that the absorbed Group B level officers should not suffer in the name of pending Group A absorption.

(f) Open Examination for Recruitment of JTO: Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that BSNL is understood to have cleared intake of about 2400 JTO through Direct Recruitment.

(g) Consideration of Request Transfers of Direct Recruit JTO: Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that information has been called from circles regarding joining of direct recruit JTOs. Based on that the pending request transfers and posting orders will be issued.

(h) Date of effect from 01.10.2000 to all the upgraded pay scales: Sr. DDG(Estt) informed that the matter has already been sent to Management Committee for its approval.

24-05-2007:- GS write to Shri D S Mathur Chairman TC & Secy DoT, Govt. of India New Delhi regarding deducting the benefit of deferred option in CDA Pay Scale at the time of    superannuation. Click here for letter.

24-05-2007:- GS write to Shri A Raja Hon'ble MOC & IT, Govt. of India New Delhi regarding grant of meeting with AIBSNLEA. Click here for letter.

23-05-2007:- GS met Dir (Operations) and discussed:-

Improvement in the revised Policy for service GSM, RSTC & Broad Band to all Executives & fixation of call limit: We impressed upon to review of Policy for Provision of RSTC, Broad Band & GSM Telephones connections to Executives and fixation of call limit. (a) It will be most useful to provide National Roaming & STD facility on the GSM connections for efficient/ prompt discharge of duties assigned to Executives, since the call limit has already been fixed.

(b) In the DoT set up all the STS level officers and above grades were provided necessarily with the STD facility on their RSTC. The condition providing STD on justification basis was only for the officer below the rank of STS officers. We requested to provide STD necessarily to all STS level officers on their RSTC.

(c) Enhancement of call limit from 500 to 1000 Calls Per Month on RSTC to all Executives.

(d) Rent free Broad Band connection on RSTC to all Executives should be provided minimum under 500 plan, in the present IT scenario.

After detail discussions Dir (Operations) assured to look into the matter.

23.05.2007 :- FIRST PHASE OF OUR ORGANIZATIONAL ACTIONS :-A VERY GOOD RESPONSE RECEIVED FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY IN HOLDING SPL.G B MEETING AND SENDING SAVINGRAM. WE APPEAL TO ALL THE MEMBERS TO HOLD NEXT AGITATIONAL PROGRAMME I.E. LUNCH/CLOSING HOUR DEMONSTRATION ON 30/05/2007 WITH MORE VIGOUR AND DETERMINATION TO ACHIEVE OUR GOAL. 

23.05.2007 :- SPL GB MEETINGS HELD AT DELHI  :- As part of our first Agitational Programme, GS,FS and AFS attended and addressed a Spl GB meeting of Delhi Circle Branch  held  at CTO conference Hall.Eastern Court, New Delhi during the lunch hour.Com Satish Kumar CS welcomed the CHQ Office bearers and apprised about the demands submitted to BSNL on 7/5/2007. In the Evening GS,FS ,AFS and Editor attended and addressed Spl GB meeting of BSNL Corporate Office Circle Branch.  

23.05.2007 :- MEETING WITH DDG(PERS),BSNL :- GS met DDG(Pers) and discussed :(a) Holding of DPC to fill up about 2315 DEs posts on adhoc basis:- As per the diretion given by Dir(HRD).DDG(pers) discussd the matter in detail. GS explained the position of the court cases with regard 1966 SDEs Telecom reversion court case and direction given by Hon'ble SC in connection with para 206.. DDG (Pers) assured to put up the case today itself to Dir(HRD) for further necessary direction in the matter.

b) DPC TO FILL UP FROM JTO(TF) TO SDE(TF) AND AM(TF) TO AGM(TF) :DDG(pers) Informed that the process to fill up the vacant posts of SDE(TF) and AGM(TF) has started.Some missing ACRs are being collected.  DPC will be over soon.

(c) Issuing of Tenure Transfers of SDEs/ DEs from hard tenure Circles :-DDG(Pers) informed that Transfer orders are being issued shortly.

 

23.05.2007 :- Our persistent efforts yielded a result in getting approved Man Power Plan 2006 from BSNL Board held on 21/05/2007.This was one of the Important resolutions passed in AIC 2006 held at Hyderbad and also one of the demand in Notice Served on 7/5/2007. Details will follow
23.05.2007 :- LIMITED DEPARTMENTAL COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR PROMOTION TO SDE (TELECOM)  POSTPONED TO 15/07/2007. CLICK HERE  
23.05.2007 :- ALL CS/DS/BSs ARE HERE BY REQUESTED TO SEND A SAVINGRAM TODAY. CLICK HERE FOR TEXT OF SAVINGRAM. 

21-05-2007:- G S writes to Shri A. Raja, Hon’ble Minister of Communication & IT, Govt. of India,  New Delhi-110001 to welcome and felicitate him on assuming the high office of MoC &IT. Click here for letter.

21-05-2007:- G S Writes to Shri Niranjan Singh Dir (HRD) BSNL regarding non-relieving of Shri S.K. Bhowmik and Shri Ashim Sharma SDEs after completion of tenure from Aizawal (Mizoram). Click here for letter

18-05-2007:- GS writes to Com O. P. Gupta Secretary General NFTE-BSNL regarding National Conference of NFTE-BSNL at Sarahanpur UP (West) from 18th to 20th May 2007 conveying best wishes for the function. Click here for letter
18.05.2007:- DDG (SR) granted meeting to discuss the pending grievances of Executives raised in the Notice served by AIBSNLEA on 07-05-2007 as per direction given by Dir (HRD):- Some important issues of charter of demands could be discussed but due to shortage of time meeting remains inconclusive. DDG (SR) has again called AIBSNLEA to discuss the issues on 28th May 2007, since he will remain on tour next week. During discussions, we emphasis to resolve pending issues as assured in the previous meetings.
18-05-2007:- (a) Transfer/posting, Deletion/Cancellation, Temporary retention and re-allotment in the grade of AO/Sr. AO. Click here for order
18-05-2007:- (a) GS writes to Sr.DDG (BW) for cancellation of Transfer Order of AIBSNLEA  Office bearers,MP Circle, Cases of Shri Prakash Bywer and Shri S K Mishra SDEs (civil) Bhopal. Click here for letter. (b) GS writes to Dir (HRD) for request transfer, case of Shri Swapan Kumar Roy, SDE  Microwave Mtnce, Agartala (ETR) and our Circle Secretary (NE-I Circle) Click here for letter.
17.05.2007:-Our Persistent efforts yielded the result in getting released the gradation list of JAOs/ AAOs, which will streamline the Promotion aspects in the cadre. Click here for letter of Provisional gradation /seniority list of Junior Accounts Officers, as on 11.05.2007.                Click here for Gradation / seniority list of JAO/AAO

 

17.05.2007:- Director (HRD) granted a meeting to discuss the pending grievances of Executives raised in the Notice served by AIBSNLEA on 07-05-2007:- GS and OS (South) attended the meeting. DDG (SR) and DDG (Pers) were present in the meeting. The following are discussed:-

(a)Delay in implementation in Executive Promotion Policy:- We expressed our serious concern against delay in issuing the clarifications regarding Promotion Policy sought by various Circles & AIBSNLEA. Director (HRD) informed that the clarifications have been prepared in concurrence with finance wing and  will be issued after getting approved from  CMD BSNL, who is on tour.

(b)Improvement in the Promotion Policy:- Director (HRD) advised to DDG (SR) to have detail discussion with Association and thereafter can be discussed with him.

(c)DPC to fill up about 2315 DEs Posts on Adhoc basis:- We express our serious resentment against not holding of the DPC to fill up about 2315 DEs vacant posts for which,  on our persistent efforts, the clearance was given by DoT one year back. Director (HRD) asked the actual problem from DDG (Pers) in the matter. DDG (Pers) informed that the legal opinion has been asked from Senior Advocate, in view of the stay granted by hon'ble Delhi High Court in 1966 SDEs reversion case. We again clarified that the stay order granted by Hon'ble Delhi High Court is very clear and accordingly action can be initiated to restore the DPC process immediately. Dir (HRD) advised to GS AIBSNLEA to accompany the BSNL Officers to discuss the matter with Senior Advocate.

(d)Consideration of pending request transfers of SDEs/DEs:- We requested to consider all pending request transfer applications, so that the children's education is not affected.  Dir (HRD) assured to look into.

(e)Settlement of other issues of importance in the charter of demands:- Dir (HRD) after having a brief discussion advised DDG (SR) to have detailed discussion with AIBSNLEA thereafter, the issues can be further discussed with him. DDG (SR) informed GS to have meeting tomorrow itself. 

17.05.2007:- GS, FS and Organising Secretary (South) met Senior Advocate (Hon'ble Supreme Court) dealing the AAO Pay fixation case and requested him to file an application for early hearing. We also explain the cause of action for early hearing. Senior Advocate got convinced and assured to file the application in the next week.

17.05.2007:-GS, FS and Organising Secretary (South) met Director (Finance) and discussed:-

(a)AAO Pay fixation case:- We informed Director (Fin) regarding our meeting with Member (Fin) DoT had on 15-05-07 and requested him to use his good office to interact the concerned authorities in Ministry of Finance as the case has been recommended to Ministry of Finance. Director (Finance) assured to look into.

(b)Refund of CGEIS Amount:- We impressed upon early refund of CGEIS amount in some circles & BSNL CO. We also apprised him about the assurance given by Member (Finance) for early approval in case the claims are send properly from BSNL. Director (Finance0 assured to look into.

(c)DPC to fill up vacant CAOs posts on adhoc basis:- Director (Finance) informed that the required ACRs of eligible SrAOs has been received and the DPC is under process. Promotion orders to fill up about 350 CAOs posts are expected to be issued by 2nd week of June 2007.

(d)Gradation List of JAOs:- Director (Finance) informed that the gradation list of JAOs is being issued today.

(e)Modification/ Cancellation of some AOs/ CAOs transfers on justified grounds:- Director (Finance) assured to look into the matter.

(f)Clarifications regarding Executives' Promotion Policy:- We impressed upon for issuing clarifications on Executives' Promotion Policy. Director (Finance) informed that he has already cleared the matter. Shortly clarification will be issued.

17.05.2007

GS writes to

(1) The DDG (Pers), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, New Delhi - 110001 regarding consideration of various requests for inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of SDEs vide letter no. AIBSNLEA/CHQ/TFR/2006-07/242  dated: 17-05-2007 Click Here for Letter

(2) The Sr. DDG (Estt), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, New Delhi – 110001 regarding consideration of various requests for inter-circle transfers in the Cadre of JTO (Telecom) vide letter no.  AIBSNLEA/CHQ/TFR/2007/243  dated:  14-05-2007 Click Here for Letter

(3) The DDG (Pers), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, New Delhi - 110001 regarding consideration of various requests for inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of DEs vide letter No: AIBSNLEA/CHQ/TFR/2006-07/244  dated: 17-05-2007 Click Here for Letter

17.05.2007

BSNL Corporate Office issued Applicability of Income Tax on the Perks granted to the Executive employees in BSNL Click Here for Letter

16.05.2007

GS writes to Shri A.K. Sinha, Chairman–cum-Managing Director, BSNL, New Delhi regarding issue of withdrawal of ACP as mentioned in Promotion Policy vide letter no.  AIBSNLEA/CHQ/2006-07/240  dated: 15.5.2007 Click Here for Letter

16.05.2007

BSNL Corporate Office issued Inter-Circle transfer of SDEs (Telecom) [ Click Here for List ]

16.05.2007

GS writes to

(1) The Sr.DDG (SPF), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, New Delhi – 110001 regarding consideration of various requests for inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of JAOs/ AAOs/ AOs/ CAOs vide letter no. AIBSNLEA/CHQ/TFR/2007-08/243 Dated: 16-05-2007 Click Here for Letter

(2) The DDG (Pers), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, New Delhi - 110001 regarding consideration of various requests for inter-Circle transfers in the cadre of SDEs vide letter no. AIBSNLEA/CHQ/TFR/2006-07/242 Dated: 16-05-2007 Click Here for Letter

15.05.2007 :- 1) Promotion order of 20 AAOs (Left out cases) to AOs issued -Click Here for order copy 2) Promotion order of about 400 SrAOs to CAOs on adhoc basis is expected to be issued in the 2nd week of June 2007.
15.05.2007

General Secretary and  Financial Secretary met Member (Finance), Telecom Commission, where DDG(FEB), DOT and  Director (A/cs) ,DOT were also present. The following issues were discussed:

1.      Implementation of upgraded pay scales for JAO/AAO: We impressed upon Member(F) to recommend the case to Ministry of Finance as assured in the meeting held with Secretary ,Telecom  on 10.1.2007. The Member (F) patiently listened our pleadings in support of the demand and directed DDG(FEB) to send the case to Ministry of Finance immediately. DDG(FEB) assured to sent the case to MOF today itself with proper recommendation for reconsideration of the case.

2.      Refund of CGEGIS amount: We expressed our thanks to M(F) for refunding the CGEGIS amount in most of the Circles after our previous meeting with here in the month of March 2007.We also requested to take immediate steps for refund of amount  in respect of remaining circles including BSNL Corporate Office. Director (A/cs) informed that in most of the circles , though the amount is refunded but some wrong payments  to retired / expired persons have been noticed. During 10% checking in CO, BSNL it is found that some wrong claims have been included in the list. Now to ensure correct payment, further verification of service books is required. We requested an early action in this regard M(F) assured that necessary verification will be completed by end of May 2007 and thereafter orders for refund will be issued.    

3.      Payment of pension to BSNL employees:  We expressed our serious concern against DOT order dated 15.6.2006 linking payment of pension to BSNL employees with certain percentage of revenue to be received from BSNL and pleaded that there is no justification for issue of such orders and the same may be withdrawn immediately. Member (F) appreciated our concern and informed that she and Secretary Telecom are fully convinced with the arguments / feelings of our Association and assured that matter will be shortly taken up with the concerned authorities. She also told that there should not be any apprehension in the minds of BSNL employees regarding continuous payment of pension to them.  We pleaded that payment of pension should be ensured in all eventualities.   

4.      Option for fixation of pay from CDA to IDA pay scale: We informed M(F) that CCAs are not accepting options exercised by the BSNL optees for fixation of their IDA pay from the date of next increment / promotion. M(F) assured to look into the matter.

14.05.2007

Notice issued for the Central Working Committee Meeting of  AIBSNLEA, which will be held at Rajasthan Bhawan, D-2/5A Sector -10, Faridabad Opp Mini Secretariat Faridabad, Haryana on 26th and 27st June,2007 Click Here for Notice

12/05/2007:- GS writes to Director(Finance), BSNL,regarding Re-allotment case of Shri Ananda Krishnaiah, CAO O/O Chief Engineer (Electrical), KEN Bangalore and our Circle President Karnataka Circle, vide letter No. AIBSNLEA/CHQ/FIN/2007-08/232 Dated 09-5-2007 Click Here for Letter
12/05/2007:- Click here for Text for Savingram Campaign on 23-05-2007.
11/05/2007:- Shri E Sivaramudu DE AP Circle and our Circle Secretary AP Circle transfer order to NE-I are cancelled with the continuous efforts of our Association.

11/05/2007 :- GS spoken to Sr. DDG (BW) and discussed :-1) CONSIDERATION OF PENDING REQUEST TRANSFERS OF EE(CIVIL) AND SDE(CIVIL) :- Sr DDG(BW) informed that Request transfer cases of EE(Civil) has been sent to Dir(HRD) for consideration. But request transfer cases of SDE(Civil) will be considered along the promotion order of JTOs(Civil) 2) DPC FOR THE POST OF EE(CIVIL) AND SDE(CIVIL) :- Sr. DDG (BW) informed that DPC for 40 posts of EE(Civil) and 20 posts of SDE(Civil) is under process. It is expected to be completed by the end of May 2007. 3)HOLDING OF LDC EXAMINATION TO THE VACANT POST OF SDE(CIVIL) :- Sr. DDG (BW) informed that the case has been sent to BSNL CO.4)HARD TENURE REQUEST TRANSFERS OF SDE(CIVIL) :-Sr. DDG (BW) informed that  Order will be issued by the end of May 2007. 

10/05/2007

553 TES Group 'B' officers regained their seniority out of 1966 officers:- Inclusion of Competitive quota officers in compliance of Ernakulam high Court order dated 13/07/2006 in OP no. 31656/2001 & 37134/2001. DoT has revised the seniority list of TES Group 'B' officers on 3rd May 2007 with a direction that-

(a) Out of 1966 officers whose date of promotion in seniority was revised, 553 officers will regain their date of promotion & seniority.

(b) The date of promotion of Junior most 1966 officer will be shifted to 26-04-2000 & their names will be deleted from seniority list no. 5.

(c) Revised seniority list no.6 by including 1966 officers as stated at (b), above by placing them in seniority list as per their year of recruitment will be issued.

In view of the above order, BSNL will submit the matter to Hon'ble Delhi High Court for further direction.

09/05/2007

GS met DDG (Pers) & discussed:-

(a) Holding of DPC to fill up about 2315 DEs posts on adhoc basis:- We express our serious concern against non holding the DPC on the pretext of 1966 SDEs Telecom reversion court case. we explained that Hon'ble Delhi High Court has granted a stay order against revision of TES Group 'B' seniority on 11-11-2004 accordingly the TES Group 'B' seniority list available before 11-11-2004 has to be operated. DDG (Pers) informed that BSNL legal cell opinion has been received but now the matter will be sent to advocate for getting legal opinion shortly.

(b) Consideration of inter-circle pending request transfers of SDEs/ DEs:-  We expressed our dissatisfaction for not considering the pending request transfer cases (about 200 cases pending) of SDEs/ DEs for last one and half year, since the new academic session has started. DDG (Pers) informed that the policy decision is yet to be taken to consider the pending request transfer applications. We insisted for an early action in the matter.

(c) Issue of clarification on Executive Promotion Policy :- We expressed our serious concern about delay in issuing clarification on Executive Promotion Policy sought by Circles/AIBSNLEA. DDG(Pers) informed that clarifications has been prepared and sent to Internal Finance wing of BSNL for concurrence. After getting concurrence on Clarifications ,It will be issued after obtaining approval from Dir(HRD) and CMD, BSNL. We further reiterated to take early action in the matter.

(d) Revised/upgraded Payscales from 1.10.2000 :- DDG(Pers) informed that Clearance from Internal Finance wing of BSNL has been obtained. BSNL Board Memo has been finalized. Implementation order will be issued soon after  obtaining approval from BSNL Board.

08/05/2007  !!! Important News !!! AIBSNLEA Served Notice for Organizational Actions

AIBSNLEA served notice vide letter no. AIBSNLEA/CHQ/NOTICE/2007-08/229 dated 07-05-2007 for Organizational Actions against Non-Settlement of the Grievances of the Executives in BSNL. We, therefore call upon all our members and activists in the Branches/ Circles to participate actively in the struggle. They are requested to mobilize all their  resources and utilize the same for the success of the struggle. CLICK HERE FOR NOTICE

07/05/2007

MEETING WITH DIRECTOR (FINANCE) GS met Dir(F) and discussed :-

1) AAO PAY SCALE :- In accordance with clarification given by Ministry of Finance ,treating JAO/AAO organised finance cadres as per Vth CPC recommendation. Dir(F) appreciated the clarification given by MOF &  assures suitable action.

2) DPC TO FILL UP OF  400 & ABOVE CAO posts:- We expressed our serious concern against delay in holding DPC on the pretext of missing ACRs of 8 Sr.AOs. Dir(F) assures to look in to.

3) RELEASE OF GRADATION LIST OF JAOs IN FINANCE WING:- Dir(F) clarified that BSNL Management Committee has cleared the matter & shortly JAO gradation list will be released.

4)Filling up of Vacant posts in the cadre of JAG in the Finance wing :- Dir(F) assures to look in to.

5) Left out cases in the promotion order of AOs :- Dir(F) confirms that, DPC is over. Promotion order will be issued shortly.

6) REFUND OF CGEGIS PAYMENT IN  BSNL CO AND SOME OTHER CIRCLES:-  Dir(F) informed that the claim submitted by BSNL CO to DOT was not proper because the names of retired/Expired employees have been included. Now the corrected claim is to be sent to DOT for refund. Intimation has been given to other Circle also to take up with concerned CCAs.

  04/05/2007

(1) GS writes to The Member (Finance), Telecom Commission, New Delhi regarding request for granting meeting for discussion on urgent pending items vide letter No. AIBSNLEA/CHQ / CORR   dated at ND, the 03.05.2007 Click Here for Letter

(2) GS writes to Shri A.K. Sinha, Chairman & Managing Director, BSNL, Statesman House, New Delhi regarding implementation of upgraded pay scales of Organized Accounts Cadre in BSNLvide letter No. AIBSNLEA/CHQ/CORR/2007   dated 01.05.07 Click Here for Letter

(3) GS writes to Shri A.K. Sinha, Chairman & Managing Director, BSNL, Statesman House, New Delhi regarding non filling of the vacant JAG posts of Finance Wing Click Here for Letter

03/05/2007 :-   HOLD LUNCH – HOUR PROTEST DEMONSTRATIONS ON 04.05.2007 IN PROTEST AGAINST RECOMMENDATION OF TRAI ON INFRASTRUCTURE SHARING UNDER THE BANNER OF JOINT FORUM . PLEASE ENSURE BEFORE PARTICIPATING LUNCH HOUR DEMONSTRATION THAT NO OTHER DEMONSTRATION BY ANY OTHER ASSOCIATION  WILL BE CLUBBED OR INCLUDED ALONG WITH JOINT FORUM PROGRAMME.

01/05/2007:- GS, FS & AFS met Shri Kuldeep Goyal Director (Planning & NS) and would be CMD BSNL, on courtesy call, welcomed and felicitated him on assuming the high office of Director (Planning & NS) BSNL today and assured him our full co-operation.

GS, FS met Director (HRD) BSNL and discussed:-

(A) We expressed our serious dissatisfaction against delay in implementation of Executive Promotion Policy on the pretext of clarifications to be issued from BSNL CO. Director (HRD) informed that HLC has already discussed the clarifications asked by the Telecom Circles and AIBSNLEA & have been sent to internal financial wing for concurrence. Shortly necessary clarifications will be issued.

(B) DPC to fill up about 2315 DEs Telecom posts on adhoc basis:-The Director (HRD) informed that as advised by DOT the legal opinion from BSNL advocate has been taken. BSNL advocate has opined to take clarification from Delhi High Court in the case of 1966 TES Group 'B' officers reversion. We requested that further no clarification from Delhi High Court is required since the stay order granted is loud and clear in this regard. Director (HRD) assured to look into the matter further. 

(C) Consideration of pending request transfers of SDEs/ DEs:- We apprised Director (HRD) that more than 180 request transfer applications recommended/ forwarded by the CGMs are lying pending in personnel branch of BSNL CO. Director (HRD) asked  DDG (Pers) to look into the matter.

(D) Excess posting of SDEs/ DEs in J&K Circle:- We informed Director (HRD) that excess SDEs/ DEs have been posted in J&K Circle, whereas the requirement is very less causing disturbance to the transferred SDEs/ DEs and reversion to existing JTOs/ SDEs. We requested to post officers in J&K Circle on actual need basis. Director (HRD) assured to look into.

(E) No disturbance of Executives of Punjab Circle on inter circle tenure transfer policy:- We requested to give relaxation to the executives of Punjab Circle from inter circle tenure transfers as these officers served in Punjab Circle in the days of terrorism. Director (HRD) assured to look into.

(F) Irregular reversion of TES Group 'B' Officers in NTR Circle based on 1966 reversion order of Nov'2004:- We strongly protested against the irregular reversion of 59 TES Group 'B' officers in NTR Circle based on 1966 reversion order issued in Nov' 2004, whereas, BSNL CO in march'2006 has issued instructions to all CGMs in accordance with the stay order granted by Hon'ble Delhi High Court for non operating the Nov' 2004 order, which may now cause contempt of court in various courts. Director (HRD) assured to look into.

(G) Proper Office Accommodation/ Sitting arrangements to Executives in new BSNL CO Building:- We expressed our dissatisfaction against the present office accommodation/ sitting arrangements being provided to the Executives of the grade of ADs / ADGs. Director (HRD) assured to look into

01/05/2007:- Celebration of Foundation Day By Delhi Circle: GS, AGS (General Discipline), FS and AFS attended and addressed the Get-Together and Special General Body Meeting organised by Delhi Circle Branch in CTO Conference Hall, Eastern Court New Delhi to celebrate the Foundation Day on 3rd anniversary of formation of AIBSNLEA.  Shri S S Sirohi GMM NTR was the Chief Guest, Shri Deepak Sinha GM (TS) NTR New Delhi was the guest of honour. Other senior officers of NTR and Telecom Project Circles were also present on the occasion. A colourful and glittering cultural programme was arranged on the occasion. A large number of members participated in the programme. Shri Satish Kumar Circle Secretary NTR welcomed all  the distinguished guests on Dias.  Glimpses of Foundation Day
01/05/2007:- RETIREMENT ON SUPERANNUATIONS IN THE CADRE OF SDE(TELECOM) W.E.F 30/04/2007 A/N. WE WISH THEM VERY HAPPY & PROSPEROUS RETIRED LIFE- Click here for Order
01/05/2007:- RETIREMENT ON SUPERANNUATIONS IN THE CADRE OF STS/TTS  of EXECUTIVE GRADE w.e.f ,30/04/07, A/N.WE WISH THEM VERY HAPPY & PROSPEROUS RETIRED LIFE - Click here for order
01/05/2007:- RETIREMENT ON SUPERANNUATIONS OF EXECUTIVES OF ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE WING w.e.f 30