CHQ extends Best Wishes to all the comrades who are going to retire on 30.11.2019 on Superannuation, for a Happy, Healthy, Wealthy, Contended and peaceful life after retirement. Veteran  Leader & CHQ Adviser (West) Com. C.M. Sastey and Our Former Circle Secretary, West Bengal Circle Com. Anirudha Basu is also going to retire on  attaining the age of Superannuation on 30.11.2019. Comrades! You are going to start a New Journey of your Life, may your days be filled with Elation and Triumph.  We extend our sincere thanks to you for your dedication towards AIBSNLEA as well as BSNL. CHQ congratulates you on your Superannuation on 30.11.2019.                  

29.11.2019: Meeting with CMD BSNL, Director (HR) and PGM (Pers.) were also present:

Today GS and AGS (Fin) met CMD BSNL along with GS SNEA and discussed the following:-

A) DE to DGM (T) promotion: The DPC work was initiated yesterday itself but the file approval was not received from CMD for formal DPC. So we met CMD in the morning itself. As per the assurance given to us, the promotion orders are expected by today evening to facilitate the DEs to join as DGM before their retirement on 30.11.2019.

CMD informed a fresh development in the yesterday’s meeting of the Parliamentary Committee in which Law Secretary, Telecom Secretary, CMD and Member (Services) were called by the Parliamentary Committee. The agenda was not properly following the roaster point in reservation in AO to CAO promotion. To our surprise, an unstructured query of the Chairman regarding DE to DGM promotion was raised for which Secretary (Telecom) replied that the DGM promotion will be considered only after the restructuring of BSNL and it is recorded. According to CMD, the reply was given by the Secretary (T) without consulting BSNL.

It is learnt that some SC/ST members approached the Parliamentary Committee complaining about the non issuance of DGM (T) promotion orders but in fact it has stopped the promotion for all, for the time being. CMD assured that he will discuss the matter with Secretary (T) next week and explain to him that the reservation is not applicable in JAG/DGM promotion and all the eligible DEs are getting covered, thereafter it will be explained to the Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee before issuing the DGM (T) promotion orders.

Meanwhile, we are also trying to meet Secretary (T) and Chairman Parliamentary Committee to explain the facts and getting the promotion orders issued early.

B) Restructuring of BSNL: We had brief discussion on the matter and demanded that being the major Stake Holders of the Company, the matter should be discussed with the Associations and Unions. The well experienced BSNL Executives are to be utilised at DE and DGM equivalent level and dependency on officers on deputation should be minimum. CMD agreed to our suggestions and posting will be arranged as per the DELs as well as Revenue. There is no justification for GMs below 20,000 to 30,000 DELs, CMD informed us. The Committee report also will be shared with us so that we can place our suggestions/views on the matter. He also mentioned that the Management will arrange a meeting with the Consultant M/s Deolittee, engaged by BSNL for restructuring. CMD assured that a detailed discussion with the Associations will be arranged after 06.12.2019. 

C) Salary disbursement for October 2019: CMD informed that the salary for the month of October 2019 could not be disbursed today as planned earlier due to some urgent repayment of Bank Interest (Rs 200 Cr) and about 250 Cr shortage is there today. It may take another 4-5 working days to collect the amount for making the salary disbursement.

D) AO to CAO Promotion: We requested for consideration of allowing about 70 AOs, who have already been promoted as CAO but could not join due to transfer to other Circle and subsequent ‘Status Quo’ case at Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh. We requested CMD BSNL for consideration of allowing to AOs promoted as CAOs to join ‘as is where is’ basis before relieving them on VRS on 31.01.2020. CMD BSNL positively responded and assured that BSNL will file an urgent MA in Hon’ble CAT/ High Court Chandigarh to get the stay vacated.

E) Requirement of Mandatory Training under EPP: We have requested CMD BSNL to issue clarification for giving exemption from the Mandatory Training/Exam in respect of VRS Optees as assured by him in the meeting with AIBSNLEA held on 19.11.2019 and as per our letter dated 13.11.2019. Director (HR) mentioned that the instructions contained in the BSNL CO letter dated 23.01.2013 is applicable to those who are go on VR as per the existing rules but not applicable to those who are going on VRS-2019 scheme. Hence, Management is of the opinion that there is no need to go for training/exam for those who are going on VRS on 31.01.2020 and not completed the required 2 years time. However, we pleaded that most of the CCAs are raising objections for the withdrawal of increments for not fulfilling the instructions of EPP regarding the training/exam and requested CMD to issue necessary clarification in this regard to avoid any financial loss to VRS optees

               <<<Click here for GS letter dated 13.11.2019>>>

27.11.2019: GS, Chairman and President attended the 6^th Circle Conference of the AIBSNLEA West Bengal Circle.

The 6^th Circle Conference of AIBSNLEA, West Bengal Circle was held at Digha from  23^rd  to 24^th November 2019. A grand Open Session was conducted on 24^th November 2019. Circle President Com. Shri Kalyan Halder presided over the Open Session and welcomed all the dignitaries present in the meeting.   

The Open Session was graced by Shri Ramakant Sharma, C.G.M., West  Bengal Circle  as Chief Guest.

Other Guests of Honour from Management and Association Side:

1.Shri M.C,Pramanik, G.M.(Marketing), W.B Circle.

2. Smt. Mira Mardi, G.M., Kharagpur SSA,

3. Shri Prahlad Rai, Chairman, AIBSNLEA CHQ

4.Shri Subhasish Mitra, President, CHQ

5. Shri S. Siva Kumar, G.S., CHQ,

6.Shri Subinay Chakraborty ,OS ( East) ,CHQ,

7.Shri Tridib Chakraborty, Advisor(East),CHQ,

8.Shri Biswajit Chakraborty, Advisor, CHQ,

9.Shri Prasun Mukhopadhyay, OS ( East) ,AIRBSNEWA

10.Shri Bijoy Krishna Bhattacharya, Chief Advisor, WB Circle

11.Shri Vikash Kumar, Jaiswal, ACS, SNATTA, WB Circle

In the Key Note Address placed by the Shri Aniruddha Basu, CS stated in detail about the achievements of AIBSNLEA after the  formation of BSNL and the fighting activity of the Association/AUAB, as a result of that arleast BSNL employees are getting their salary, He stated that due to ongoing VRS process, huge number of staff will be reduced and BSNL Management will be compelled to implement the contractual maintenance of network at competitive rate, as a result of which employment in Telecom Industry of India will be decreased drastically and well trained youth of India will be compelled to work under maintenance contractors at abnormal low rate, which may be called as “Black Period of Telecom Arena of  India” from trade union point of view.  On the other hand remaining employees of BSNL mostly of the age group of below 50 years will face tremendous pressure from the management to perform their allotted job smoothly. He expressed his hope that newly elected Circle Body as well as AIBSNLEA  CHQ  will take appropriate steps to protect the interest of remaining BSNL employees in the post VRS scenario. He requested to the CGMT to intervene into the burning issues of the Circle viz. Raiganj labour issue and shifting/vacation of GM, Kharagapur office.

Shri Ramakant Sharma, C.G.M., W.B Circle, in his speech conveyed his thanks to the BSNL Executives of WB Circle for the proactive action taking by them for maintenance of the network by spending their personal money even  though they are not getting required fund for maintenance for prolonged period and not getting their salary in time. He expressed his hope that in the post VRS scenario, remaining employees of BSNL will stand firmly and perform their work more actively to fight the future battle for existence of BSNL.

Shri Prahlad Rai, Chairman,  in his speech stated that BSNL is performing as a PSU despite of various steps drastic taken by DOT to weaken the BSNL during the past years. With the proposal of implementation of the VRS, DOT/Government is trying to disinvest the BSNL as being done in respect of other profit making PSUs .There are many questions in the minds of the employees regarding pension/pension revision etc., in the post VRS period. But no clear reply has been received from DOT till date clarifying the above points. He stated that AIRBSNLEWA is going to file Court Case for the implementation of Pension Revision for BSNL retirees.

Shri Subhasish Mitra, President, CHQ stressed on the unity of all BSNL employees to fight against the evil force in this crucial juncture and hope BSNL will regain its previous glory.

Shri S. Siva Kumar, GS, in his speech stated that as per decision of the Government of India, VRS process is going on and the process to be completed by 31^st January 2020. But what will be the Road Map to maintain our  hung Telecom Network in the post VRS scenario from 1^st February 2020 is not discussed with the Stake Holders by the Management. AIBSNLEA is always in forefront in all the calls given by AUAB . Though decision has been taken by the Government for allotment of 4G Spectrum, BSNL Management is not in a position to launch 4G due to financial constraints and some other technical reasons and Tender conditions. He further mentioned that 4G is likely to be launched in March 2019 .

He told that BSNL is facing severe financial crisis and not able to pay even Electricity Bills, Towers Rent, Vehicle Running Expenses, Fuel Expenses, Contractual Labour Wage bills, Payment to Vendors, Telecom Infra Service Providers and Local Cable TV Operators bills etc. Further, the recoveries from salary like Bank’s EMI Payments, Societies, GPF Subscription/recoveries as well as Reimbursement of Medical Claims in respect of the working Employees & BSNL retirees are also getting delayed. The OPEX, CAPEX, Statutory and other Liabilities are also pending for more than Rs.15,000 Crore and it is likely to increase in the months to come.

 Salary for the month of September’ 2019 disbursed to BSNL Employees on 25.10.2019 and Salary for the month of October’ 2019 has not been disbursed till date.  This is the 5^th time in this year, that the BSNL Management has not disbursed the Salary in time to its employees. It has caused serious demoralization, resentment and frustration among the BSNL employees. It would be very difficult for BSNL to meet even its fund requirement for monthly Salary due to heavy dip in cash flow during past one year. Further, the gap between monthly revenue and bare expenses to continue operations in BSNL is a growing concern has reached a level where continuing with BSNL operations could be nearly impossible without immediate financial support to BSNL. The average monthly cash flow is Rs.1400 Crores whereas our monthly Expenditure is around Rs.2400 Crores. Gross Salary expenditure alone is Rs.1350 Crores. However, CMD, BSNL  assured that Management is trying for Bank Loan and all the 6 months outstanding deductions will be paid to those who are retiring on VRS and they will be relieved from BSNL after VRS  in a  Honourable manner.

He further mentioned that the employees were demoralized and humiliated due to non-payment of monthly Salary, Non-payment of 6 months deductions and the panic created by the Management by non-spelling out  future road map for Man Power Planning, fear of transfer, apprehension about the future of BSNL, etc.,  are the reasons for the unprecedented response among the Employees for taking painful decision for opting VRS. Rather focusing on the maintenance related issues, Management focus was only on making the VRS successful. BSNL Management should come forward and discuss seriously with the AUAB Leaders about the Road map for the Revival of BSNL in the post VRS scenario instead of VRS Mela. Except the word, “outsourcing” nothing is heard from the Management about the future road map for the maintenance of huge OFC Network of 8 Lakh Kms and thousands of Exchanges spread across BSNL with vast Cable Network.  After the Trade Union call given by AUAB , Management called AUAB Leaders for discussion on 18.11.2019  and meeting had been fixed with  AUAB Leaders  on 26.11.2019 for discussions regarding Road Map for Man Power Planning, restructuring etc.

He assured that AIBSNLEA will always safe guard the interest of the Executives and requested one and all to uphold the banner of BSNL and AIBSNLEA so high.

Shri M.C.Pramanik, G.M.(Marketing), WB Circle in his speech stated that though BSNL is passing through tremendous financial crisis, revenue from EB segment of  the Circle  has been increased remarkably and there is ample scope to increase our market share further in EB segment. He stated further that our Franchises are very important to us from sales point of view, so special attention may be given to maintain good relation with them.

Smt. Mira Mardi, G.M., Kharagpur SSA  extended thanks to the Executives of Kharagpur SSA for the active part taken by them for the  maintenance of Network of the SSA despite of acute financial crisis.  She pointed out few problems of Kharragpur SSA and requested  CGMT to look into the matter.

Shri Prosun Mukhopadhyay, O.S.(East), AIRBSNLEWA   appreciated the CS,  WB Circle for the Key Note Address delivered by him mentioning the chaotic situation of Telecom Industry in India.  He also expressed his resentment on the activities of Government as well as D.O.T. towards BSNL as a result of which BSNL is passing through the turmoil.

Shri Vikash Kumar Jaiswal, ACS, SNATTA, WB Circle explained in detail about the problems being faced by their members to run the network smoothly. He also stated that SNATTA, WB Circle will work jointly with AIBSNLEA, WB Circle to overcome any untoward situation which may arise in post VRS period.

Shri Bijoy Krishna Bhattacharya, Chief Advisor, WB Circle stated that after joining of Shri Ramakant Sharma as C.G.M., West Bengal Circle, performance of the Circle has been improved and he conveyed his thanks to Shri Sharma for his praiseworthy activity. He further stated that HR functioning of the Circle is not up to the mark, special attention in this regard required from Circle Administration. He also expressed his worry about functioning of BSNL in post VRS scenario due to shortage of fund as well as shortage of departmental staff.                          

Shri  Susanta Das, Branch Secretary, Kharagpur SSA and host branch of the Circle Conference extended vote of thanks.

Open Session was conducted  in an excellent manner  by Shri Kalyan Halder, CP.   

Com. Biswajit Sarkar, A.O,  Com. Amit Mukherjee, J .T.O(HR),  and Com. Soumen Polley, J.A.O.(Taxation), have been unanimously elected as

Circle President, Circle Secretary and Finance Secretary respectively.

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27.11.2019: Com. S.Sivakumar, GS & Com. Prahlad Rai, Chairman attended and addressed the CEC Meeting of AIBSNLEA/Calcutta TD held on 22.11.2019.

CEC Meeting of AIBSNLEA/CTD was held at Association Office on 22.11.2019. CP Com.Tridip Chakraborty presided over the meeting CS Com.Subhasis Mitra, in his welcome address mentioned that  we have the honour to have our GS Com.S.Sivakumar & Chairman Com.Prahlad Rai to take part in the meeting. Com. Prasun Kumar Mukhopadhyay Chief Advisor was also present.  Com.Sitangshu Sarkar, CS/AIRBSNLEWA / WBTC addressed the CEC members & appraised them about the activities of their organization for the benefits of its members elaborately. He distributed calendars for 2020 & their journal which contains rich information about CGHS facility. He also invited the house along with our GS at their Bijoya Sammelan at CTO Hall in the evening.

At the outset all the National leaders were felicitated with flower bouquets. CEC specially congratulated  Com.Subhasis Mitra CS/CTD for elected  as CHQ President  & our Com.Tridip Chakraborty CP/CTD for elected  as Advisor(E) /CHQ in the 6^th AIC of AIBSNLEA held at Vijayawada during July’19.

Com Prasun Kumar Mukhopadhyay in his deliberation requested all the retiring members either through VRS or superannuation to take membership of AIRBSNLEWA,

because it is the only organization fighting for the betterment of retired executives & our Chairman when he was GS AIBSNLEA as mentor helped to establish this organization and now he has taken the charge of GS/AIRBSNLEWA. He also requested AIBSNLEA to be a party of court case reg. delinking of pension which may be filed shortly.

Com Prahlad Rai, Chairman in his deliberation appraised the house about the situation prevailing in BSNL with the advent of VRS 2019. He added that actually DoT /BSNL CO /GOI is not at all thinking about revival of BSNL. There is no roadmap for future manning & roll out of 4G service. He also mentioned that lowering of superannuation age from 60 to 58 cannot be ruled out. The effect of 3^rd PRC may/may not be available to the VRS optees, there is no clear picture.

Our dynamic GS Com S.Sivakumar, in his valuable speech enriched the house. He explained about the present BSNL financial status, Revival Package and the problems faced by BSNL and its solution. He mentioned that BSNL Revival Package approved by the Union Cabinet on 23.10.2019, overruling Finance Ministry objections is  another milestone in the Trade Union History of BSNL and very biggest achievement of AUAB. He remembered the various continuous struggles conducted by the AUAB for the past 2 years and persuasion by AUAB for the revival of BSNL. He further explained about the assurances given to AUAB by the then Hon’ble MOSC Shri Manoj Sinhaji during our Struggle on 24.2.2018 and 3.12.2018 has been materialized now.

 He further explained about the key role played by AIBSNLEA to achieving our demands. He told BSNL is the only PSU to get pension on combined services under Rule 37A. Although VRS is purely voluntary, maximum of eligible executives are opting this out of fear psychosis. They are not getting their salary in time & also being harassed by JCLs who are not getting their wages for 8 to 9 months. He cleared the doubts about the VRS 2019. Regarding roll out of 58 years he assured that it may not come, if BSNL tries to impose it AIBSNLEA will fight tooth & nail and may resort to file petition in the Hon’ble Court of Law as per the decision of 6^th AIC. 4G roll out will have to be implemented on priority basis, 30% SAB for the DR/BR is also in the priority of AIBSNLEA.

He further mentioned that only because of AIBSNLEA , AIGETOA succeeded to get 6% SAB but later they deserted us & made pact with SNEA and it was come down to 5%. As per the suggestion given by of our CHQ President, we have pursued with the Management and the DoT agreed to issue provisional pension to the VRS optees on the basis of Last Pay drawn for one year within which it will be regularized. In respect of request transfer to Home town by VRS optees he has mentioned that we have already written a letter to CMD in this regard and the Management has agreed to process the cases on receiving personal requests. EPP Mandatory training (Exam) will be exempted for the VRS optees, and the order in this regard is being issued. Only GS, AIBSNLEA requested for 100% neutralization of IDA from 1-1-2017 during the meeting with Hon’ble MOC Shri.Ravi Shankar Prasadji on 04.11.2019, afterwards AUAB supported that. He further mentioned that if it is approved, all the Retirees may get enhanced commutation value of pension. Restructuring and man power planning committee has been constituted to tackle the post VRS scenario. Management called AUAB Leaders for discussion on 26.11.2019 regarding road Map for Man Power Planning, Restructuring of BSNL and best utilization of Human resources.

He told that  DE to DGM Promotion orders are likely to  be issued by next week. Due to stay at Hon’ble Chandigarh CAT, AO to CAO promotion is getting delayed he further added. GS reiterated that AIBSNLEA will continue to fight for the rights & benefits of the members, not to worry about it & he requested not to opt for VRS out of fear psychosis.

The meeting ended with the vote of thanks.

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26.11.2019: GS writes to The Director (HR) BSNL Board regarding

(a)Request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of AGM/DE

(b) Request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of TDM/DGM (T) .<<<Click here for letter >>>

23.11.2019: Open letter by Director (HR), BSNL Board on VRS:

Shri Arvind Vadnerkar, Director (HR), BSNL Board clarifies DoT/BSNL stand on some of the doubts raised by AIBSNLEA and others on the issue  of present ongoing VRS in BSNL

<<<Click here for the  letter from Director (HR)>>> <<<Click here for the letter from AIBSNLEA>>>

22.11.2019: BSNL Corporate Office issues reply to FAQ-Part 2:

BSNL Corporate Office issues replies to the second set of the frequently asked questions on BSNL VRS-2019. This is in continuation to earlier clarification dated 07.11.2019 <<<Click here for the  letter>>>

19.11.2019: AUAB defers the Relay Hunger Fast from 20th to 22nd November:

Director (HR) called a meeting of the AUAB leaders, yesterday morning at 10.00 am. In the meeting, Management, especially Director (HR) response was very positive on the burning issues like salary payment, wages of contract workers, remittance of recoveries, clarifications of VRS related issues, EB/rental payment and discussion on the road map for the maintenance activities in post VRS scenario.

During the discussion Director, assured that salary will be paid by the month end and efforts are going on. The collection is now kept aside for salary purpose. After last month salary payment, BSNL was made 800 Cr payment towards statutory dues in addition to some payments on rentals, EB, labour etc. Discussion will further be held with AUAB on 26.11.2019, 6 pm (as per the convenience of AUAB) regarding the future Road map.

The important clarifications sought by the employees already referred to DoT and Govt will clarify those points. Director (HR) personally taking up the matter with DoT, on 18.11.2019. AUAB demanded that in case clarification is not reached in time, the date is to be extended from 03.12.2019 in order to have an informed choice for the employees.

Considering the seriousness shown by the management to address the employees concerns and involve the stake holders for serious discussions for finalizing the future road map, AUAB decided to defer the Relay Hunger Fast from 20.11.2019 for the time being. 

AIBSNLEA CHQ issues the notice for the CHQ Office Bearers, CHQ Advisers, Circle Secretaries and Circle Presidents meeting at New Delhi.

<<<Click here for the  letter>

All the CHQ Office Bearers, CHQ Advisors, CSs & CPs of AIBSNLEA are requested to intimate their date and time of Arrival and Departure for the above meeting scheduled to be held on 13^th and 14^th Dec., 2019 at “HOTEL    REGENT    INTERCONTINENTAL”   NEW DELHI. by email to:

1.    Shri Rajpal Sharma,  AGS (Fin) CHQ Mob No: 9868123459

       Mail id: rajpalraj66@yahoo.com

2.    Shri Dinesh Kumar,   Advisor (HQ) Mob No: 9868155681/9468155681

       Mail id: dinesh2156@gmail.com

18.11.2019:GS writes to Shri Arvind Vadnerkar Director (HR) BSNL Board regarding

(a) Withdrawal of option for pay fixation in Executives Promotion Policy<<<Click here for the  letter>

(b) Updation of Pre- appointment training details in SAP for calculation for Pension/Ex-gratia <<<Click here for the letter>

<<<Click here for the GS letter>             <<<Click here for CO letter>

16.11.2019:  GS & President attended the 7^th Circle Conference of the AIBSNLEA Maharashtra Circle:

The 7^th circle conference of Maharashtra Circle was held at “Emerald hall, Balewadi, Pune from 9th November to 10th November 2019. A grand  Open Session was conducted on 09/11/2019  morning . Circle President Com. K A Mohire presided over the Open Session.

The Open Session was graced by Sh. Manoj Kumar Mishra, CGMT, MH Circle as Chief Guest.

Other Guests of Honour from Management and Association Side:

Sh. Ashutosh Sharma, CGM, ITPC, Pune,

Sh. Sunil Kumar, PGMT, Pune,

Sh. Vipul Agrawal, PGM (CFA& N/w plg), Pune,

Sh. Anil Dhanorkar, PGM Admin & EB, Pune,

Sh. Aman Jaiswal, GM (Admin &HR) Maharashtra circle,

Sh. Bhalekar, GM Transmission & Mobile, Pune,

Com. Subhashish Mitra, CHQ President,

Com. Sivakumar General Secretary,

Com. C M Saste, CHQ Advisor,

Com. K P Nair, AGS CHQ (Gen Discipline),

Com. V B Pawar, AGS CHQ (C/E/A/TF),

The open session was inaugurated with Deep Prajwalan by the dignitaries followed by Swagat geet by Com. B D Kokil.

Com A G Joshi, Circle secretary welcomed the Dignitaries and the gathering and presented Key note address. In his Key note address he explained about the Key role played by AIBSNLEA to safe guard the interest of the Executives and thanked the CHQ for issuance of bumper promotion orders in all Disciplines for more than 13000 Executives.

Shri. Manoj Kumar Mishra CGM MH Circle Chief Guest, while addressing the gathering thanked the organizers for inviting him and giving the opportunity to address the Open Session.  He wishes the conference a grand success.  He mentioned that the future of BSNL is having big role in the economy of India and in order to achieve the target of economy, development of rural areas is a must, especially to promote Digital India.  He further appreciated the Strategic role of BSNL in providing Digital India Network connectivity to Banks, Post Offices and e-governance. He appreciated the efforts of BSNL employees and their adaptability and contribution in growth and development of BSNL and to the Nation. They have adapted to the change of technology from manual exchanges to most sophisticated exchanges during the last years.  Now, in days to come multi task operation system is to be adopted. Vendors’ involvement in day to day work will definitely play an important role. Supervision on their work will be very difficult due to short of work force. Hence the tender for such works has to be drafted and vetted by legal consultation to avoid the further litigations on its operations.  He mentioned that VRS being offered to the employees is a gracious exit given by BSNL, as compared to other private organizations.  He mentioned that the Govt has offered the present VRS with due respect and consideration for the remaining services. Hence, eligible candidates should grab the opportunity. But at the same time there are serious challenges posed before the Circle in the backdrop of reduced employees’ strength after VRS. He expressed his confidence of sailing through the post VRS scenario. He appreciated the sacrifice of the officers for maintaining the system by incurring the expenditures from their pockets.  He also appreciated the officers and staff for restoring the services during natural calamity by incurring own money during day and night. 

Shri. Ashutosh Sharma, CGM ITPC Pune, Guest of Honour in his address stated that it is a good opportunity for those who are getting to opt for VRS, despite of such difficult situation; Govt. has offered a better package.  He has also mentioned that it is also very good for the remaining employees, as they are getting an opportunity in the changed scenario to continue and to work for success of the organization.   He also mentioned that ITPC Pune is the Hub of BSNL and requested all to make use of it.  He also stated that we should do our duty and not to get desperate, as there are lot of opportunities.  The success depends upon our hard work and performance. This sector is Gold mine and each operator has to decide how much they can grab out of it. BSNL has its inherent strength and a strategic PSU in the country and its employees are its strength.   He also stated that Change is only constant factor and organization is going through a major change. We should take it as challenge and ready to perform. 

Com. Subhashish Mitra, CHQ President in his brief speech explained about the changes faced by our employees from P&T, DOT, BSNL and the present scenario of VRS and insisted upon to accept the change and get prepared for the future challenges to make the BSNL a Profit making concern.

Com. S.Sivakumar  General Secretary while addressing portrayed the real shape of  present BSNL status, and explained about the Revival Package and the problems faced by BSNL and its solution. He mentioned that BSNL Revival Package approved by the Union Cabinet on 23.10.2019, overruling Finance Ministry objections is  another milestone in the Trade Union History of BSNL and very biggest achievement of AUAB. He remembered the various continuous struggles conducted by the AUAB for the past 2 years and persuasion by AUAB for the revival of BSNL. He further explained about the assurances given to AUAB by the then Hon’ble MOSC Shri Manoj Sinhaji during our Struggle on 24.2.2018 and 3.12.2018 has been materialized now.

He explained about the key role played by AIBSNLEA to achieving our demands. He further mentioned that GS along with CHQ Office bearers of our Association met Hon’ble MOC Sri. Ravi Shankar Prasad Ji and Hon’ble Minister for State of Communications Sri. Sanjay Shamrao Dhotri Ji and Hon’ble Minister for State of  Finance  Shri Anurag Thakur Ji and requested to honour the assurances given through Union Cabinet Decisions and extend adequate immediate Financial Support to BSNL and revival of BSNL.  Hon’ble Minister for Communications Shri. Ravi Shankar Prasad Ji assured that the Revival Package of BSNL is under active consideration and soon it will be decided.

AIBSNLEA  has also written letters to Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra D. Modi Ji and Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala  Sitaraman requesting  to extend Financial Support to State owned BSNL, immediate Revival of BSNL, Allotment of 4G Spectrum on free of cost, Refund of money which has been taken against various Taxes, excess payment of Pension Contribution, compensation of Rs.19,000 Crores for maintenance expenditure of loss making Rural Exchanges and payment of USOF/ ADC Charges in the form of Rural Deficit Charges for the services provided by BSNL in the LWE/NE/Rural/Far flung/Tribal/Hilly areas and implementation of 3^rd PRC to BSNL Employees.

Finally the demand of AUAB for allotment of 4G spectrum on free of cost, Land monetization for meeting the OPEX and CAPEX, Financial assistance for BSNL are approved by the Union Cabinet. AUAB demand of payment of Ex-Gratia by the Govt instead of raising Bonds by BSNL has also been accepted finally. He mentioned that this has not happened as a routine manner, but with lot of sacrifices. It is materialised by several Agitations/ Parliament March/Strikes by the Unions and Associations for the last two years, sincere efforts made by the employees with Salary cuts, Charge sheets and FR-17 A to the Leaders, maintaining the Network by the field Executives with their own money, literally begging Electricity authorities for non-disconnection of power supply, meeting all the MPs and political leaders by CHQ/Circle/SSA leaders seeking their support, convincing the media the real challenges faced by BSNL and its strategic importance, the real strength and assets of BSNL etc.,

AIBSNLEA strongly countered the misleading/false/negative propaganda made against BSNL by the vested interests in the Print and Social Media through Press Release and Press Meet with facts and figures which got tremendous Media attention and Public support. The campaign through Social Media, spearheaded by AIBSNLEA and AUAB also got tremendous support from the Public and mounted pressure on the Govt. He also mentioned that AIBSNLEA was in the forefront of all the agitations and Struggles.

He thanked the Hon’ble MOC Shri Ravi Sankar Prasad ji who has  played  a key role and instrumental with his team of Secretary(T), CMD BSNL , Board  of Directors in formulating the Revival package in BSNL favour with the Budgetary support from the Union Govt.

He mentioned that the credit for the Revival package goes to the employees. Historically, the Trade Unions in BSNL struggle for the company and become a role model to other CPSUs.

He explained in detail about the Revival and VRS Package and pros and cons of the VRS Package and further mentioned that AIBSNLEA has sought various clarifications from the Secretary (T) and CMD BSNL in this regard. AIBSNLEA has also written a letter to the Hon’ble Smt.Nirmala Sitaraman Ji to increase the ceiling limit for the exemption of Income Tax from 5 Lakh to 50 Lakhs.

He mentioned that AIBSNLEA requested the Hon’ble MOC during the meeting with the All Unions and Associations Leaders of BSNL on 4.11.2019 for consideration of full neutralization of IDA 119.5% with the existing Basic Pay w.e.from 1.1.2017 till 3^rd PRC is implemented in BSNL.  AIBSNLEA also submitted a memorandum in this regard to the Hon’ble MOSC.

He further mentioned that BSNL is facing severe financial crisis and not able to pay even Electricity Bills, Towers Rent, Vehicle Running Expenses, Fuel Expenses, Contractual Labour Wage bills, Payment to Vendors, Telecom Infra Service Providers and Local Cable TV Operators bills etc. Further, the recoveries from salary like Bank’s EMI Payments, Societies, GPF Subscription/recoveries as well as Reimbursement of Medical Claims in respect of the working Employees & BSNL retirees are also getting delayed. The OPEX, CAPEX, Statutory and other Liabilities are also pending for more than Rs.15,000 Crore and it is likely to increase in the months to come.

Salary for the month of September’ 2019 disbursed to BSNL Employees on 25.10.2019 and Salary for the month of October’ 2019 has not been disbursed till date.  This is the 5^th time in this year, that the BSNL Management has not disbursed the Salary in time to its employees. It has caused serious demoralization, resentment and frustration amongst the BSNL employees. It would be very difficult for BSNL to meet even its fund requirement for monthly Salary due to heavy dip in cash flow during past one year. Further, the gap between monthly revenue and bare expenses to continue operations in BSNL is a growing concern has reached a level where continuing with BSNL operations could be nearly impossible without immediate financial support to BSNL. The average monthly cash flow is Rs.1400 Crores whereas our monthly Expenditure is around Rs.2400 Crores. Gross Salary expenditure alone is Rs.1350 Crores.

He mentioned AUAB Leaders met CMD BSNL on 7.11.2019 and requested for immediate disbursement  of October 2019 Salary, immediate payment of 6 months pending deductions   made from the Salary, immediate Launch of 4 G Services and Road Map of Man Power Plan in the Post VRS Scenario . CMD BSNL explained to AUAB Leaders that 4 G will be launched only during the month of March 2020 due to some financial and technical constraints and non committal about other important burning issues.

He further mentioned that the employees were demoralized and humiliated due to non-payment of monthly Salary, Non-payment of 6 months deductions and the panic created by the Management by non-spelling out  future road map for Man Power Planning, fear of transfer, apprehension about the future of BSNL, etc are the reasons for the unprecedented response among the Executives for taking painful decision for opting VRS. Rather focusing on the maintenance related issues, Management focus was only on making the VRS successful. BSNL Management should come forward and discuss seriously with the AUAB Leaders about the Road map for the Revival of BSNL in the post VRS scenario instead of VRS Mela. Except the word, “outsourcing” nothing is heard from the Management about the future road map for the maintenance of huge OFC Network of 8 Lakh Kms and thousands of Exchanges spread across BSNL with vast Cable Network. Hence AUAB decided to issue Notice for Trade Union call shortly focusing on the above demands.

GS further mentioned that the need of the hour is to retain the existing Customers and maximize the revenue and advised all employees to come forward and work together to achieve the targets within the available resources.

The entire House enthusiastically applauded Genl. Secretary for his initiatives and sincere efforts for the Revival of BSNL. GS specifically mentioned that we will leave no stone unturned for the betterment and further growth of our AIBSNLEA and BSNL.

GM (HR&A), PGM TD, Pune and the Sister Unions & Associations Leaders also addressed the Open Session.

The open session was beautifully anchored by Com. Vivek Wankhede with good quotes. The house applauded his sher- o-shayari with rounds of applauses. Vote of thanks was given by Com. K A Mohire, Circle President and the open session concluded at 3pm after National Anthem. The Hall was fully jam packed during the entire Open Session.

A very good interactive session was arranged in the Afternoon session. It was lasted for 90 Minutes.  Com. S.Sivakumar, GS clarified and replied all the queries raised by the Delegates regarding VRS Package, Pay Revision, Pension Revision, 30%Superannuation Benefits, Revival Plan and Road map of Man Power Planning, Restructuring etc.,  on the post VRS Scenario.

On the Second day (10.11.201), CHQ President, GS, Com C.M.Saste, Adviser (W), Com. Nair, AGS(Gen/Dis), Com. Pawar, AGS(C/E/A/TF), Com. Joshi, OS(West) have participated and addressed the Delegate session.

GS explained about the HR issues in detail- the current status of Promotions in the cadre of DGM(T), SDE, PA/PS, AO to CAO and DGM(T) Review DPC due to Rule 206, FR 22(I)(a)(1) Pay Fixation Court cases/ Pay Recovery in respect of Ex. Officiating JTOs, Status of the Additional Increment under EPP  Case, 30% SAB, Scrapping of MTRR, Pay anomaly  in r/o Electrical/Civil/Architect wing JTOs  etc., and our stand on CPSU Cadre Hierarchy and he further mentioned that due to consistent efforts AIBNLEA only 13000 Promotion orders issued for various disciplines and assured that AIBSNLEA will always safe guard the interest of the Executives.

A grand and colorful felicitation was given to Com C M Saste Adviser on the eve of his retirement on Superannuation in this month.  GS, President and other CHQ Office bearers, Circle Office bearers and DSs felicitated Com. C.M.Saste and remembered his yeomen services rendered in various capacities in JETA, TESA and AIBSNLEA.

The house unanimously elected Com. S S Bhosale as Circle President, Com. Vivek Wankhede as Circle Secretary and Com. Santosh Kokate as Finance secretary. CHQ congratulates all the newly elected Circle office bearers. The newly elected Circle president and Circle secretary addressed the house and delivered vote of thanks.

The two days programme was arranged in an very excellent manner with delicious food by the Pune Comrades under the leadership of Com. S R Dinkar, DS, Pune and his team.

<<<Click here for the glimpses of the conference>>>

15.11.2019:  Meeting with Director (HR), BSNL Board: GS and FS met Director (HR) BSNL Board and discussed regarding:-

A) DE to DGM (T) Promotion: We requested to expedite the issuance of DE to DGM (T) promotion orders. Director (HR) mentioned that CMD, BSNL has cleared the proposal for conduction of DPC for promotion from DE to DGM subject to condition that there should not be any contempt case. We further requested Director (HR) to post all the promoted DGMs on “ As is where is” basis as assured by BSNL Management to the AIBSNLEA and SNEA representatives during the discussions held on 25.10.2019. Director (HR) assured to post the promoted DGMs   on “As is where is basis”. Director (HR) further mentioned that all the request transfer orders in the cadre of DGM (T) will also be considered at the time of issue of Promotion orders from DE to DGM (T). We hope for early promotion orders.

B) Request for disbursement of October 2019 Salary and remittance of recoveries from Salary to concerned Authority: We requested Director (HR) to spell out the actual date of disbursement of October 2019 Salary. Director (HR) mentioned that the day-to-day cash collection received up to 14.11.2019 has been utilized for statutory payments viz, TDS, GST and Interest on Bank Loan etc., As on date we are having 47 Cr only on hand. We further requested Director (HR) to get the outstanding dues from DoT viz,

i) Claims Recoverable from DoT to the tune of Rs,3300 Cr.

ii) Refund of excess paid Pension Contribution to the tune of Rs.2700  Cr as on date and

iii) Interest on unutilized BWA Spectrum to the tune of Rs.2200 Cr.

We appraised the  Director (HR) about the letter addressed in this regard by the GS AIBSNLEA to the Secretary (T) & Member (Finance) and our discussions had with the Member (Finance), DCC/DoT for the past two months and DoT is not releasing the Payments due to non-availability of Budgetary provision. Director (HR) appreciated our concern and assured to look in to the matter and also assured to take the issue of Refund of Pension contribution with the Secretary (T) and Ministry of Finance.

C) Request for Urgent Clarification required in respect Voluntary Retirement Scheme– 2019:

We brought to the notice of Director (HR) that the employees, those who have already opted for VRS-2019 are under utter confusion and waiting for certain clarifications regarding the applicability of all the relevant provisions of the Rule 37-A  in respect of Pension, Commuted Value Pension, Pay revision & Pension revision etc. from DoT before they are finally submitting their option. They also need to get some assurance in plain terms from the Concerned Authority / DOT beyond ambiguity about the applicability of all the relevant provisions of the Rule 37-A to the BSNL Absorbed VRS optees and there should not be any differential footing amongst the BSNL IDA Pensioners when the Pension Revision comes in any future. We also requested Director (HR) for the immediate release of Gazette Notification for the Amendment/relaxation made:

i) In the Rule 50 of CCS Pension rules 1972 in respect of Deferred payment of Retirement Gratuity  and relaxation made for getting deferred Retirement/Death gratuity by the Legal Heir of VRS optee in the event of Death of VRS optee

ii) In the CCS (Commutation Pension) Rules of 1981 in respect of Deferred payment of Commuted value Pension and applicability of Legal Heir to get the Commuted value of Pension in the event of Death of VRS optee.

We also handed over all the letters addressed in this regard to Secretary (T) and CMD, BSNL by the GS, AIBSNLEA <<<Click here for the letter>. Director (HR) after patient hearing and going through the all the letters assured that necessary clarifications in this regard will be issued by the DoT next week and he also mentioned that all the leaders of AUAB will be called by the Management to clarify the doubts.

D. Merger of IDA of 119.5% (Full Neutralization) as on 01-01-2017 : We requested to take up the issue of "Merger of IDA of 119.5% (Full Neutralization) as on 01-01-2017 with the existing basic pay till such time 3rd PRC revision is implemented for BSNL employees" with the Secretary (T) in continuation of the discussion had with the Hon’ble MOC on 4.11.2019  by the GS, AIBSNLEA during the meeting of Hon’ble  MOC with the All Unions and Association leaders  of BSNL.  We explained the justifications in this regard with all precedence and handed over the letter addressed in this regard to the  Hon’ble  MOC on 4.11.2019 <<<Click here for the letter>> & 13.11.2019 <<<Click here for the letter>. After detailed discussions Director (HR) assured to look in to the matter.

The meeting lasted for more than one hour on 15.11.2019  from 1930 hr to 2030 hrs.

15.11.2019:  Status on DE to DGM promotion:

GS along with FS and GS & AGS of SNEA met with Director (HR), BSNL Board. Director (HR) mentioned that CMD, BSNL has cleared the proposal for conduction of DPC for promotion from DE to DGM subject to condition that there should not be any contempt case. PGM (Pers) was also present in the meeting. We hope for early promotion orders.

Details on other items discussed follows.

15.11.2019:  AUAB serves upon a notice of Relay Hunger Fast on 20'" to 22"" November, 2019 at BSNL CO, Circle and SSA HQs:

AUAB has served upon a notice to the Secretary (T), DoT and CMD, BSNL regarding Relay Hunger Fast on 20'" to 22"" November, 2019 at BSNL CO, Circle and SSA HQs with the following Charter of Demand:

1. Immediate Payment of Salary by BSNL/DoT, remittance of recoveries, payment of wages to contract/casual workers, payment of electricity and rental charges.

2. Spell out the road map for maintaining BSNL services in post VRS scenario, proposed restructuring plan and immediate launching of 4G Services.

3. Immediate clarifications on the VRS-2019 regarding i) Pay Revision, ii) Pension Revision, iii) Commutation of Pension and iv) Gratuity sought by AUAB, well before the closing date of option for VRS.

4. Extend 100% of IDA (119.5%) neutralization till the Implementation of 3rd PRC.

5. De-linking of Pension Revision from the Pay Revision of working employees and 30% Superannuation benefits to BSNL directly recruited employees.

6. No Reduction of Retirement Age from 60 to 58 honouring the agreement at the time of formation of BSNL.

<<<Click here for the notice>

14.11.2019: GS Writes to Shri Anshu Prakash Secretary (T) and Shri P.K. Purwar CMD BSNL regarding urgent Clarification  required on  some points  relating to VRS -2019 <<<Click here for the letter>

14.11.2019:Meeting of CHQ Office Bearers, CHQ Advisers, Circle Secretaries and Circle Presidents:

DEAR COMERADES !

AIBSNLEA CHQ Office Bearers, CHQ Advisers, Circle Secretaries and Circle Presidents meeting is scheduled to be conducted on 13^th December 2019 and 14^th December 2019 at

“HOTEL    REGENT    INTERCONTINENTAL”   NEW DELHI.

All the CHQ Office Bearers, CHQ Advisers, CSs and CPs are requested to book their tickets in advance so as to attend the meeting in time. Separate Notification in this regard will be issued shortly.

13.11.2019: GS  writes to

(a)Shri P.K. Purwar CMD BSNL regarding Early settlement of Vigilance cases pending against the BSNL empolyees.<<<Click here for the letter>

(b)Executive Promotion Policy -Online up-gradation Mandatory Training for executives who are opting for VRS -clarifcation<<<Click here for the letter>

13.11.2019: GS  writes to Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad ji, Hon’ble Minister of Communications & IT, Govt. of India regarding request for considering much delayed Pay Revision through 3rd PRC implementation both for BSNL Employees and BSNL Pensioners<<<Click here for the letter>

08.11.2019: BSNL Corporate Office issues instructions for implementation of VRS

<<<Click here for the compilations of the instructions issued today >>

<<<Click here for the Pension Papers >>

08.11.2019:AUAB LEADERS MET CMD, BSNL   on 07.11.2019.

As per the decision of the AUAB meeting held on 06.11.2019, Leaders of the AUAB met Shri P.K. Purwar, CMD BSNL, yesterday the 07.11.2019. Com.S.Sivakumar, GS, AIBSNLEA along with the General Secretaries / representatives of  BSNLEU, NFTE, SNEA,  FNTO, BSNL MS, SNATTA, ATM BSNL and BSNLOA, participated in this meeting. From the Management Side, Shri Arvind Vadnerkar, Director (HR), was also present. In the meeting, the AUAB representatives demanded that BSNL should start it’s 4G service without any delay. They pointed out that there was every possibility of Vodafone leaving it’s India business. In such an eventuality, BSNL should be in a better position to rope in a sizeable customers from Vodafone, demanded the AUAB. They also demanded that prompt steps should be taken to provide FTTH connections on demand. It was also pointed out by the AUAB Leaders that the Company should be in a position to cope with the workload which is likely to arise after the implementation of VRS

CMD explained that due to Financial constraints and up gradation of  the existing 3G equipments after the finalization of Tender only 4G can be launched . He further mentioned that the Committee has submitted the report for the finalization of Tender and BSNL Management is planning to roll out of 4G at lease 12000 to 15000 sites in the month of March 2020.

CMD has not given any response about the other issues. The AUAB representatives strongly urged upon the CMD BSNL for the immediate payment of salary for the month of October, 2019, as well as early remittance of the recoveries made since May, 2019, to the concerned organisations. To this, the CMD BSNL said that he could not give any assurance on these issues. After this meeting, the AUAB Leaders discussed and decided to hold the next  AUAB meeting on 14-11-2019 to discuss about the future course of action.

A) DE to DGM (T) Promotion: We requested to expedite the issuance of DE to DGM (T) promotion orders. Director (HR) mentioned that the queries raised by the CMD BSNL has been replied and discussed with the CMD  BSNL yesterday(7.11.2019). Director(HR) assured that as and when the receipt of the approval from the Competent Authority, the DE to DGM (T) Promotion Orders will be issued

We further requested Director (HR) to post all the promoted DGMs on  “ As is where is” basis as assured by BSNL Management to the AIBSNLEA and SNEA representatives during the discussions held  on 25.10.2019 . Director(HR) assured to post the promoted DGMs   on “As is where is basis”.

Yesterday 7.11.2019, evening GS AIBSNLEA & GS, SNEA met CMD, BSNL and requested to clear the DGM(T) Promotion file since our Senior comrades are eagerly waiting for their due Promotion for the past one year and get demoralized  and de-motivated due to non issuance of the DGM(T) Promotion orders. CMD BSNL assured to look in to.

B) Filling up of all vacant posts of Group ‘B’ and Group ‘A’ in various disciplines & implementation of Khan Committee report in True Spirit. :- We requested

i) To fill up all vacant Gr.A and Gr.B Posts in all disciplines and up gradation of the posts where eligible officers are more than the vacant posts and issue promotion orders before the implementation of VRS, the CPSU Cadre Hierarchy and abolition of Sanctioned Posts and the RRs.

ii) SC& ST roster to be followed in the Non post based Functional  Promotion as per the existing DOP& T guidelines and subject to pending verdict in the Hon’ble Apex Court as per the suggestions under Para 7 of proposed CPSU Cadre Hierarchy

iii) Restoration of Eligibility criterion for STS promotion as 5/7 years instead of the proposed 12 years in the CPSU CH.

iv) Implementation of Hon’ble Supreme Court Judgement on Seniority in respect of TES Gr. B seniority before implementation of VRS and CPSU Cadre Hierarchy

v) Reduction of Stringent Bench marks to avoid huge droppings

vi) Stopping of non post based functional promotion in the name of non Substantive cadre post of Sr.SDE/Sr.AO which increases the stagnation period of SDE/AO and equivalent cadres etc.,

We have already submitted the views/ suggestions/concerns of AIBSNLEA in this regard. Director (HR) after patient hearing assured to look in to our suggestions before taking final view in this regard.

C) Consideration of Promotion from DGM (Fin-Regular) to Jt.GM (Fin) by relaxing the Service conditions: We requested to relax one year in the Service conditions for the promotion to the grade of Jt.GM (Fin) from the grade of DGM (Fin-Regular) and arrange to issue the promotion orders in the grade of Jt. GM in the E-7 Scale before the implementation of the proposed VRS in BSNL. After detailed discussion, Director (HR) assured to look in to the matter.

D) Consideration of transfer requests/relief before the implementation of VRS: 

i) We requested Director(HR) to consider the transfer requests of the Executives who are working at the faraway places  from their Home Circles in different Cadres and Streams including those who want to opt for VRS and wish to retire from their respective Home Circles on “Own Cost basis”

ii) We also requested that the transfer orders already issued but not implemented so far, may be implemented immediately in r/o executives who are willing to go to the place of their choices.

iii) We further requested that the transfer orders already issued in r/o of VRS optees, who are not willing to join at new station may kindly be cancelled before the implementation of the VR Scheme, for smooth settlement of their post retirement benefits from their Home Circles.

Apart from above, we further requested that transfer orders issued on Company cost may be kept in abeyance till the process of the VRS is completed.

GS has also written a Letter in this regard and handed over to Director (HR). Director (HR) assured to look in to.

E) Consideration of DGM (T) and CAO request transfers: We requested to consider the long pending request transfer cases on own cost basis for those who have completed two years. Director (HR) assured to look into the matter. 

F) Consideration of Request transfer in the cadre of DE: We requested to consider the pending request transfer cases of DEs without substitutes since they have obeyed the orders of Corporate Office and working in the other Circles for more than 2 years and also away from their families. Director (HR) assured to look into the matter. 

G) Request for remittance of recoveries from Salary to concerned authority: We brought to the notice of Director (HR) that the recoveries from Salary viz: GPF, Bank Loan EMIs, Society, LIC and PLI etc. have not been remitted to the Concerned Authorities since last five months. Due to non-remittance of the above said dues, employees are suffering a lot. BSNL Employees are not able to get GPF advance/withdrawal and Society Loan etc., Further, the negligence and fault on the part of the Management towards the delayed payment of Bank Loan EMIs resulting in imposition of Penal interest on the employees by the Bank Authorities.

07.11.2019: Status of Fixation of Pay under FR 22(1)(a)(i) Case in respect of Officiating JTOs in PCAT New Delhi: 

The Pay Fixation case under FR 22(1)(a)(i) in respect of Officiating JTOs vide OA No. 100/892/2016 filed by AIBSNLEA Vs BSNL in PCAT New Delhi was listed for Hearing as item No. 71 on   06.11.2019. The same could not heard   due to paucity time and adjourned for Next Hearing on 29.01.2020.  General Secretary and AFS/CHQ Com. Pushparajan (Kerala) attended the Principal CAT New Delhi on behalf of AIBSNLEA. General Secretary has taken steps to file Misc Application to pre- pone the same for early settlement of the case. 

07.11.2019: Establishment Branch, BSNL CO, New Delhi  issued Frequently Asked Questions of BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme-2019.<<<Click here for the letter>

06.11.2019: Meeting with PGM (Pers.) BSNL CO: GS, Chairman and AGS(Finance), Com.Pushparajan, AFS met PGM(Pers) and discussed regarding:

A) DE to DGM (T) Promotion:- PGM (Pers.) informed that the queries raised by the CMD BSNL has been replied and submitted again to the Competent Authority for approval yesterday night itself. The VCs have been received in CVO office and yet to come to the Pers. Branch as CVO is on leave. The Charge of CVO is being handed over to other eligible officer in BSNL CO and the VCs will be signed and sent to Pers. Branch.  The suggestions given by  of AIBSNLEA and SNEA during the discussions had with BSNL Administration on 25.10.2019 regarding  the modalities followed in the posting of promoted DGMs, has been accepted by the Management. The promoted DGMs will be allowed to join at the same station “as is where is” basis.

Yesterday (5.11.2019) GS & AGS(F) met with CMD BSNL in the presence of Director(HR)  and discussed about DGM (T) Promotions. CMD assured that the after the receipt of  reply to the queries raised by him from the Pers. Branch , he will give the approval

As and when the approval as well as VCs received, the DE to DGM (T) Promotion Orders will be issued and it is expected very soon.

B) DGM (T) and CAO request transfers: We requested to consider the requests transfer cases on own cost basis for those who have completed two years. GS has also written in this regard to Director (HR). PGM (Pers.) mentioned that requests will be considered first for those who are going to opt for VRS from their Home Circle.

C) DGM (Regular) E-6/ E-7 case:- We requested to consider the case of DGMs (Regular) who have not get E-6 Up gradation Scale being the Regular DGM. They have completed 4 years of service as Regular DGM and one year relaxation may be given to get Jt.GM up gradation in E-7 Scale. PGM (Pers.) assured to look into. 

06.11.2019: AUAB Meeting held at BSNL MS office today: 

AUAB Meeting held at BSNL MS office New Delhi today at 11.00 Hrs. On behalf of AIBSNLEA Com. GS and Chairman attended the meeting. For the Minutes of the Meeting please click below:

<<<Click here for the Minutes>

04.11.2019:  BSNL notifies VRS-2019 and circulates the guidelines

<<<Click here for the Notification>> <<<Click here for the Annexure-I & II>

04.11.2019: Meeting with Hon’ble MOC & IT today on BSNL Revival Plan- VRS to Employees:

Representatives of All Associations and Unions of BSNL met Hon’ble Minister of Communications & IT Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad Ji today in Sanchar Bhawan, New Delhi. Hon’ble MOC & IT apprised about the Revival Plan of BSNL approved by the Union Cabinet on 23.10.2019. Secretary (T), Jt. Secretary (Admin), DDG (PM), Director (HR) BSNL Board and GM (SR) BSNL CO were present in the meeting. On behalf of AIBSNLEA, Com. S.Sivakumar, GS and Com. Rajpal Sharma, AGS attended the meeting.

Ø    I am able to get convinced the Hon’ble Prime Minister and the Home Minister that BSNL is the Strategic Sector and the presence of one Govt. PSU is very much necessary for fair competition in the Market.

Ø    It is the first time in the History to offer such a huge package for revival to any incipient sick/ sick/ non-viable PSU.

Ø    I have got full faith on BSNL and its employees and I hope that BSNL can be turn around and regain its original pristine glory through the sincere efforts of the BSNL employees. The revival plan should be implemented in its true spirit. VRS to employees is also an important issue as BSNL cannot run with the present work force of 1.50 lakh employees. 

Ø    I wish for the growth of the BSNL and Govt. is with you and support fully if sincere efforts are seen for turnaround of the BSNL.

Ø    BSNL may start its Assets/ Land Monetization and I will make it clear that the amount so received will be used in the growth of BSNL only.

Ø    To revive the BSNL, the VRS to employees is also a good tool and it is very liberal VRS package from the Govt. side which is never offered to any PSU in India.

Ø    The revival is depends upon the successful implementation of the VRS. Accountability will be fixed from the top side, if the revival plan is not implemented in true spirit.

All the Unions and Associations Leaders reciprocated positively and assured their fullest support and cooperation for the successful implementation of the Revival and VRS Package.     

<<<<Click here for glimpses 1>>> <<<<Click here for glimpses 2>>> <<<<Click here for glimpses 3>>>                  

04.11.2019:  GS Writes to Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad Ji, Hon'ble Minister of Communications & IT India, Govt. of India regarding revival of BSNL- VRS to Employees-  Our concern -  <<<Click here for the letter>>

01.11.2019:  Formation of the Groups / Sub-Groups relating to VRS:

BSNL Corporate Office has formed Groups / Sub-Groups for various activities related to the VRS. <<<Click here for the letter>>

01.11.2019:  2nd Membership Verification of Executive Associations:

BSNL Corporate Office has sought for the views of Executive Associations for postponement of the 2nd Membership Verification of the Executive Associations considering the present VRS program.  <<<Click here for the letter>>