31.10.2018:  Meeting With Director (HR) BSNL Board:
GS, President, AGS (Finance) and AGS (DR) met Director (HR) BSNL Board and discussed regarding:
a) Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL: Director (HR) mentioned that Secretary (T) has fixed up the meeting with AUAB leaders on 2nd November 2018 at 17.00 Hrs. to discuss the demands –
1. Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL with 15% fitment benefit and left out issue of 2nd PRC
2. Payment of Pension contribution on actual basic pay
3. Pension revision of BSNL Pensioners and
4. 4G spectrum allocation to BSNL etc.

Director (HR) further mentioned that now it depends on AUAB leaders that how they plead the issues to Secretary (T) for their settlement. She told that DoT should help BSNL for its revival in the present scenario.
(b) CPCs from AO to CAO and CAO to DGM (Finance): We expressed our serious concern against not issuing promotion orders from AO to CAO and CAO to DGM (Finance). Director (HR) mentioned that Pers. Cell has further asked the second legal opinion from other senior Advocate by submitting the detail draft on the basis of DoP&T orders and Hon'ble Supreme Court judgements to the Sr. Advocate to give his legal opinion on SC/ST roster implementation. Sr. Advocate has assured that within 2-3 days he will give the legal opinion. Similarly in todays NCSC/ST meeting Hon'ble Vice Chairmen informed that he has personally spoken with Secretary DoP & T for issuing orders w.r.t. recent Hon'ble Supreme Court. Judgement and he has assured for early issuance of the orders from DoP&T. However, Director (HR) further mentioned that let, the legal opinion be received on that basis action will be taken for issuing promotion orders.

We requested Director (HR) to discuss the matter with CMD BSNL to fill-up the DGM (Finance) vacant posts. Director (HR) assured that she will discuss the matter with CMD BSNL for issuing DGM (Fin) promotion orders.
(c) Promotion from JTO to SDE (T), SDE (T) to DE and DE to DGM (T): We requested Director (HR) for the consideration of promotion orders from JTO to SDE (T) to fill –up about 5000 vacant SDE (T) posts, promote all the eligible SDEs (T) of the seniority lists no. 8 and 9 to the rank of DE by upgradation of posts and DE to DGM (T) promotions to fill –up about 900 DGM vacant posts. Director (HR) mentioned that management is willing to promote the executives but due to contempt cases and stay on DE to DGM promotion, the necessary action for promoting executives is held- up CMD BSNL has also directed that let, the contempt cases be settled thereafter only the promotions can be considered.
(d) Consideration of request /tenure transfer cases of AOs/CAOs /DGM (F): We requested for the consideration of request /tenure transfer cases of AOs/CAOs/ DGM (F) . Director (HR) assured to discuss the matter Sr.GM (FP) for early consideration.

30.10.2018:  AUAB agitation Progromme dated 30.10.2018 - One Day Dharna: One day Dharna Call of AUAB agitation programme  was successfully implemented today in BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi. GS, President and all CHQ Office bearers present at Delhi attended one day Dharna programme in BSNL Corporate Office Campus. Large number of members of all Unions/Associations participated in the one Dharna programme. GS AIBSNLEA addressed the gathering and mentioned in details about the need of agitation Programme  and status of all the issues of demand of charters etc. ....

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29.10.2018:  DGM(SEA), BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi issued order regarding appointment of 'Junior Accounts Officer on Probation' under DR quota consequent on completion of 11 weeks of pre-appointment training on 26.10.2018 ...<<<Click here for order>>>

29.10.2018:  Update on DE to DGM Case: The case was heard in Hon'bleCAT Chandigarh and posted for 19.11.2018 clubbing all similar cases.

29.10.2018:  GS writes to

(i) The Principal Controller of Communication Accounts, DoT Building, Prasad Nagar New Delhi regarding submission of Pension Paper case of Smt. Sipra Rani Pramanick, PS  <<<Click here for letter>>>

(ii) Shri S.K. Jain, Deputy Director General (Estt), DoT, Sanchar Bhawan, Ashoka Road, New Delhi regarding CGHS Facility of BSNL Pensioners-<<<Click here for letter>>>

29.10.2018:  Group Term Insurance Committee Meeting: AIBSNLEA was invited for the Group Term Insurance Committee Meeting held at Corporate Office, BSNL, New Delhi at 1500 hrs today. President AGS (Fin) and AGS (DR) attended the meeting. GTI Committee meeting was conducted under the Chairmanship of Sr. GM (Estt). Committee members GM (Trg) & GM(CA) participated in the meeting. The Committee meeting held today to finalize the proposal & various modalities of GTI scheme for BSNL Executives.
1) It is proposed to implement GTI Scheme from 01.01.2019.
2) Committee discussed the modalities of the subscription deduction and claim settlement procedure.
3) Annual premium will be deducted from January month salary of every year
4) Annual Premium will be Rs.9440/- (Rs.8000 + GST) for the Insured amount of Rs.50 Lakh for the Executives below Age group 50 years.
5) The option form will be created by ERP team in the ESS portal.
6) A nodal cell will be formed at BSNLCO for coordination and approval of procedure to ERP about the module development.
7) The salient features and terms & conditions of the scheme will be uploaded in the Intranet.
8) The name of the nominee should be with reference to the Service Book entry.
9) Options should be submitted by Executives through ESS Portal.
10) Minimum subscription to GTI scheme will be for 3 years, i.e., till the next review of the premium.

.10.2018: 

This issue was taken by AIBSNLEA only & finally succeeded in getting resolved the issue.

29.10.2018:  All Circle/Branch Secretaries of AIBSNLEA are requested to ensure successful implementation of  AUAB agitation Progromme as per the detailed mentioned below:-

(i) Press release/Press Conference at CHQ/Circle/SSA levels on 29.10.2018 high lighting the demands.

ii) One full day Dharna at BSNL CO/Circle/SSA levels on 30.10.2018.

iii) Rallies at Circle and SSA levels and submission of Memorandum to the respective CGMs/GMs on 14.11.2018.

iv) To intensify the Agitational Programme in terms of Indefinite Strike will be decided after 30.11.2018 in case the AUAB demands are not settled.

v) AUAB decided to issue protest letters to CMD regarding

a) Outsourcing of Passive Infra Maintenance of Non BSNL Sites amounting Rs.1800 Crores per Annum and

b) Repatriation of excess ITS Officers against the Sanctioned Strength to DOT as per the Hon'ble High Court Delhi Judgement of in diminishing order.

The demands are as under

1) 3rd PRC implementation with 15% fitment

2) Pension Revision

3) Pension Contribution on Actual Basic Pay instead of Maximum Pay.

4) Immediate Allocation of 4G Spectrum to BSNL.

28.10.2018:  Proposed AUAB Meeting with Secy(T), DoT: Today morning at 10.30 AM Secy(T), DoT hold a meeting with CMD BSNL, Director(HR) & GM(SR) wherein Secy(T) wanted to discuss the demands of AUAB with General Secretaries of AUAB but all the GSs were not available at Delhi  thus the next meeting is fixed upon 2^nd Nov., 2018 at 17.00Hrs in DoT with Secy(T), DoT.

DoT recommendations on payment of pension contributions on actual basic pay of BSNL employees will be send to DOE for clearance shortly. Pension revision of BSNL pensioners is also under active consideration. Secy(T) DoT  advised CMD BSNL &  Director(HR), BSNL Board to inform this status to all the leaders of AUAB. Secy(T) will be on tour from 29^th Oct.,, 2018 to 1^st Nov., 2018 thus the meeting is fixed up on 2^nd Nov., 2018.  <<<<Click here for the appeal of GM(SR), BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi>>>>

26.10.2018:  AIBSNLEA efforts in achieving 30% Superannuation benefit for the BSNL recruited  employees :- AIBSNLEA along with other unions and associations strongly demanded 30% superannuation benefit to BSNL recruited executives as per the recommendations of 2^nd PRC. BSNL was giving  18% superannuation benefit  in terms of gratuity, EPF and Medical benefit etc., to BSNL recruited employees. The pension through EPF is a meager amount to DR employees  in comparison to BSNL absorbed employees Pensionary benefit  as per the CCS(CCA)Rules.1972.The EPF contribution of DR employees was also settled by the  vigorous  pursuance of AIBSNLEA  in the year 2004-2005 and persuaded to Provident fund authorities for making it transparent and online assessed. To achieve 30% superannuation benefit AIBSNLEA continued  its efforts initially in BSNL C.O. Establishment cell where the GM(Estt.) was accepting only 1% contribution which  was not agreed by us and on our demand  a committee headed by Smt Geeta Rao the then ED(Finance )was constituted to whom AIBSNLEA pleaded for 12% remaining superannuation  benefit and the committee recommended 3% contribution. In the month of May-June 2016 AIBSNLEA and AIGETOA under the banner of United Forum of BSNL Executives Associations launched the agitation programme and got achieved 3% contribution from BSNL in superannuation benefit. However, AIBSNLEA continued its efforts to increase it upto 12% and management further considered to increase 2% and total now 5%.AIBSNLEA efforts will continue to achieve 12% contribution to achieve 30% superannuation benefit to BSNL recruited employees.  .

E2 and E3 standard Pay scales  to JTO and SDE equivalent executives :   

After the 2^nd PRC recommendations notified in March -2009,AIBSNLEA demanded standard Pay Scales E2 and E3 to JTO and SDE equivalent executives. And got rectified the Pay anomaly from the Sh. K.C.G.K. Pillai, the then PGM(FP) committee report by giving 5-advance increments in the  revised Pay Scale after 2^nd PRC implementation which removed the pay anomaly of JTO/JAO. Initially issue of granting intermediary pay scales E1-A and E2-A to JTO and SDE equivalent executives was sent to DOT/DPE by BSNL but DPE denied to grant intermediately pay scales, these intermediary  pay scale effort was made by BSNL but all the time DPE disagreed BSNL proposal. In view of the DPE denial of intermediately Pay scales AIBSNLEA and AIGETOA demanded the standard pay scales E-2 and E-3 to JTO and SDE equivalent executives and subsequent upgradation of E-3 to E-4,E-4 to E-5, E-5 to E-6 and E-6 by E-7. Accordingly on 06.06.2016 BSNL management sent proposal to DOT recommending replacement of E1-A by E-2, E-2A by E-3 and upgradation of subsequent pay scales of E-3 by E-4,E-4 by E-5 , E-5 by E-6 and E-6 by E-7.This proposal was in  active consideration of  DOT. But after the membership verification of Executive Association in Dec.2016 Majority Association  mounted the pressure on BSNL management to limit the proposal up to the replacement of E1-A by E-2 and E-2A by E-3 only. BSNL Management further send a revised proposal to  DOT limiting replacement of Pay scales E1-A by E-2 and E-2A by E-3 and the subsequent upgradation of  E-3 by E-4,E-4 by E-5 , E-5 by E-6 and E-6 by E-7 may be considered at the time of implementation of 3^rd PRC. This kind of modification was not appreciated by DOT and they categorically mentioned that in case E1A and E2A are replaced by E2 and E3 Pay scales leaving aside the upgradation of subsequent pay scales will invite litigation and  not logical. In view of this DOT Administration decided to downgrade the E1A by E1 and E2A by E2 standard scales and issued the Presidential orders. In a systematic manner the issue was killed by the so called Majority Association. However, AIBSNLEA will continue its efforts to get replaced E1A by E2 and E2A by E3 and subsequent upgradation of E-3 by E-4,E-4 by E-5 , E-5 by E-6 and E-6 by E-7 .

25.10.2018:  AIBSNLEA greeted  Shri Vivek Banzal on assuming the high office of Director(CFA), BSNL Board: GS, President, AGS(Fin.), AGS(DR) met on courtesy call with Sh. Vivek Banzal, Director (CFA), BSNL Board and greeted him on assuming the high office of  Director (CFA), BSNL Board. Sh. Vivek Banzal was working as PGM Gujarat Circle and he is an absorbed ITS Officer in BSNL of the recruitment year of 1987 betch. Sh. Banzal is having 8 years of service left. We assured him our support and fullest cooperation for the growth of BSNL.

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.10.2018: 

1.  The Director (HR),BSNL Board, regarding 

(a) Representation from Shri K.D. Bhagat   HR No. 198908932, PS to PGM (NWO-II/CFA), CTD regarding cancellation of E2-E-3 IDA pay scale up gradation order under EPP and re-fix in the  lower E2 pay scale with continuous Increment due to failure in clearing prescribed online E2 –E3 exams within maximum allowed three attempts

2. The GM (Pers.),BSNL Corporate office, regarding 

(a) Requests for posting on promotion modification in the Cadre of AGM/DE 

(b) Requests for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the Cadre of DGM 

(c) Representation received from Karnataka Circle office PAs regarding merging of Unfilled PS posts of LICE quota to SCF quota

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3. The Sr.GM (Estt.),BSNL Corporate office,regarding 

(a) Representation received from Shri N. Nirmal Kumar, Staff No. 16594 Chennai regarding  extension of retirement benefits  of par with BSNL Absorbed Employees (Rule-37A of CCS (Pension) and GPF Scheme. 

(b) Representation received from Shri Shreekanth N- AOS Karnataka Circle regarding DOT Pension Eligibility

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24.10.2:018  AIRBSNLEWA Delhi Circle Meeting:

GS, President attended and address the annual GB meeting of AIRBSNLEWA in the recreation club conference hall Kidwai Bhawan ND at 14.00 Hrs. Com R. D. Arora, CS Delhi Circle welcomed the guests and Com Kishan Singh ji GS apprised the status of pension revision of BSNL pensioners, payment of Pension from CPMS system and non- reimbursement of medical claims etc.

Com GS and President AIBSNLEA also discussed in detail the financial viability of BSNL, 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL, Pension revision, payment of pension contribution on actual basic pay instead of maximum of the pay scale, payment of pension through CPMS being developed by DoT, medical bills reimbursement and CGHS facility etc. They extended thanks to Com GS and CS for inviting them in the meeting. They also assured all the cooperation and support of AIBSNLEA to AIRBSNLEWA in settling the issues. They appealed all the pensioners to join and support AUAB (BSNL) agitation programmes Com Nandi, Vice President extended Vote of thanks. The house was jam packed.

Com Kishan Singh, GS requested Delhi Circle to send delegates to attend next AIC of AIRBSNLEWA being held at Vijaywada (AP) tentatively scheduled in the month of Feb- 2019.

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24.10.2018:  Meeting with GM (Pers)

GS & President met GM (Pers) and discussed regarding

A) JTO to SDE (T) Promotion: We requested GM (Pers) for the immediate issuance of Promotion order from JTO to SDE for the 5000 vacant posts in the cadre of SDE (T). GM (Pers) informed that the exemption application of CMD BSNL personal appearance in the JTO to SDE Promotion Contempt case in the Hon'ble CAT Ernakulam has been filed and the case is listed for hearing on 29.10.2018 after the clearance from the Court for CPC from JTO to SDE (T) will be expedited.

BSNL has also filed review Petition against the Hon'ble High Court Kerala  Judgement.

B) AO to CAO Promotion:   We resented against the delay in the process of promotion from AO to CAO on the pretext of legal opinion. The stay order was vacated by the Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh one and half month before but the promotion orders are not being issued. GM(Pers) informed that a meeting is being hold by Director (HR) today to discuss the matter and some break through will be made in this direction  to  issue AO to CAO Promotion orders immediately.

C) CAO to DGM (F) Promotion: We requested  GM (Pers) to get approved  CAO to DGM(F) CPC minutes from CMD BSNL which is kept pending for more than one month. We explained the GM (Pers) that no Contempt case or Stay is pending in any Court for the CAO to DGM(F) Promotion and the CAO to DGM(F) CPC was conducted after the approval MC of the BSNL Board. After detailed discussion GM (Pers) assured to discuss the issue with the CMD for getting early clearance.

D) Consideration of some request/ tenure transfer of SDEs/DEs /DGMs: We requested for the consideration of some request /tenure transfer cases of SDEs/DEs/ DGMs on genuine grounds. GM (Pers.) assured to look into the matter for early consideration.       

24.10.2018:  GS writes to Shri Anupam Shrivastava, CMD BSNL regarding filling- up of the vacant DGM (F) Posts .............<<<<Click here for letter>>>

24.10.2018:   AIBSNLEA efforts in getting released about 13000 executives promotion orders through CPCs before implementation of proposed CPSU Cadre hierarchy :

After the Membership verification AIBSNLEA was granted the 2nd Majority Association status and later support Association. Even after winning in the 17 Circles and losing in 14 Circles, AIBSNLEA was granted support Association status on the basis of total votes secured. Against this AIBSNLEA filed a case in the Hon'ble High Court Allahabad which is still pending for decision. After the referendum the so called Majority Association impressed upon the Management that they should only be discussed all the issues no other Association should be heard or allow to function. This created great disunity among the executives and Management very successfully divided the executives to their convenience. So called majority Association instead of killing of other Associations should have taken efforts with all Associations to bring them together on the common issues for the betterment of executive cadres but they avoided this.

Present Status of promotions through CPCs & CPSU CH:  In view of the Court cases on TES Group “B' seniority the promotions were held up. To overcome with this situation AIBSNLEA proposed to implement CPSU cadre hierarchy  in the year 2012 and to achieve this AIBSNLEA, SNEA and AIGETOA launched agitation programs in February 2013 under the banner of United Forum of BSNL Executive Associations and thereafter a Committee headed by the then  PGM (FP) Shri S.R. Kapoor was constituted to discuss the matter. AIBSNLEA, SNEA and AIGETOA were the members of the committee. But due to serious difference of opinion between the staff side and management side members of the committee could not submit the report.

Again second time the then PGM (SR) Shri N.K. Narang was made the Chairman of the committee but this Committee also failed to submit the report. In the year -2015 after the Joining of New CMD Shri Anupam Shrivastava the matter was further raised and he was kind enough to further reconstitute the Committee headed by the Shri. M.A .Khan the then ED (NB), GM (Estt.) and GM (EF) were official side members and AIBSNLEA, SNEA and AIGETOA were the staff side members. After marathon meetings Mr. Khan Committee submitted its recommendations. AIBSNLEA constantly persuaded for the implementation of Khan Committee recommendations but meanwhile BSNL Management started the MV process of Executive Association which derail the process. Pers. Cell BSNL C.O. was not at all interested to implement Khan Committee report on CPSU Cadre hierarchy and ignored the views of  other Executive Associations and in collusion with so called majority Association diluted the Khan Committee report and tried to limit functional  promotions up to Sr. SDE level only etc. Against this dilution AIBSNLEA strongly protested   with CMD BSNL, Director (HR) and they appreciated the concern of AIBSNLEA and directed PGM (Pers.) to discuss the matter with AIBSNLEA wherein AIBSNLEA demanded Khan committee implementation in the true sense i.e.

• Functional promotions up to AGM level, 

• E-5 Grade AGMs to be designated Jt. DGM 

• Selection on the basis of  numerical benchmarks,

• Reduction of residency period from SDE/ AO to DE/CAO from 12 years to 5  years,

• Date of effect from the last DPC conducted and ;

• SC/ST roaster implementation as per DoP & T guidelines 

• No functional Post of Sr SDE/Sr AO

• No MT recruitment beyond JTO /JAO cadre etc.

PGM (Pers.) after detailed discussions incorporated  some suggestions of AIBSNLEA  i.e. functional promotion up to AGM level, Jt. DGM designation E-5 grade AGMs and bench marks on numerical basis etc. This got approved by the MC and thereafter BSNL Board.

AIBSNLEA persuaded up to level of JS (Admin), DoT cum Govt. Nominee Director in BSNL Board for improvement in Draft CPSU instead of the implementation of half cooked policy with severe Bottlenecks . which yielded result as Board while giving approval to CPSU cadre hierarchy directed to complete the ongoing CPCs before implementation of CPSU CH.

BSNL Board approved the CPSU Cadre hierarchy with date effect from its date of notification i.e. prospective date. It created path hole in CPSU Cadre hierarchy concept and most of the existing executives are not benefited with this policy. However, knowing this fact AIBSNLEA convince the BSNL Management to held CPCs to promote all the eligible executives to the next grade on functional basis before implementation of the CPSU Cadre hierarchy. BSNL Management appreciated AIBSNLEA concern and conducted CPCs in all the cadres and promoted about 13000 executives to the next higher grade on functional basis. This could not be tolerated by the so called majority Association and they protested against holding of CPCs and demanded to implement CPSU cadre hierarchy only. But they failed and to create a road block and they demanded parity among all the cadres which was not immediately possible as in all the Cadre there was difference from DoT legacy.  To stall the process of CPCs filed contempt cases against CMD and Director (HR) for issuing promotions. It frustrated the Management and finally all the promotions through CPCs are stalled. AIBSNLEA is still trying that as soon as the contempt cases are settled promotions should be made available through CPCs immediately to benefit the executives' monitory and status. Now so called majority Association is claiming that due to their pressure on CPSU Cadre hierarchy, CPCs has taken place which is beyond truth.

23.10.2018:   Meeting with DDG (Estt)   DOT:

GS & President met DDG (Estt), DOT and discussed regarding

A) Pension Revision: We requested the DDG (Estt), DOT for the Pension Revision of BSNL Pensioners by delinking the Pay Revision as the Pension of BSNL Pensioners is also being paid under CCS (CCA) Pension Rules 1972 as Govt. Pension. DDG (Estt) mentioned that the BSNL Pensioners Pension is being paid as per the CCS (CCA) Pension Rules 1972 but there is no mention about the Pension Revision. Govt. Pensioners Pension is being revised along with the Pay Revision as the practice. Similarly the BSNL Pensioners Pension Revision was also made along with the Pay Revision of BSNL Employees on implementation of 2^nd PRC. At present 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL is under consideration in DOT and after the Pay Revision only the Pension can be revised. This stand has been taken by the Establishment Cell of DOT.

B) Payment of Pension contribution on Actual basic pay instead of Maximum of the Pay:  DDG (Estt) informed that n the meeting held on 17.10.2018, Hon'ble MOSC(IC) has directed the Member (Finance) to look in to the matter. Thus some early decision is expected in this regard.

C) CGHS Medical Facilities to BSNL Pensioners: We appraised the DDG (Estt) that in some Circles where the BSNL Pensioners have applied to switch over to CGHS Medical facility from BSNL MRS are not being allowed by the respective Circle Medical Authorities on the pretext that the Head of Account has not been mentioned in the PPO. The same has been clarified by the respective Circle CCAs and the Head of Accounts is also given but the Medical Authorities wants a copy of the letter of DOT Budget Cell. We requested DDG (Estt) to settle the issue. DDG (Estt) advised us to give a letter in this regard for necessary action. We will submit the Letter shortly. 

23.10.2018:  Meeting with DDG (PM) DOT:

GS & President met DDG (PM), DOT and discussed regarding

A) Implementation of 3^rd PRC in BSNL:  DDG (PM) DOT who is dealing with the Revival Plan of BSNL mentioned that this issue can be sorted out at the level of Hon'ble MOSC(IC) only. Administrative Channels will restrict as per the 3^rd PRC recommendations only. He also confirmed that there was a meeting with Hon'ble MOSC(IC) on 17.10.2018 on BSNL Revival wherein also the matter was discussed.

B) 4G Spectrum allocation to BSNL: DDG (PM), DOT mentioned that the Cabinet Note for the allocation of 4G Spectrum to BSNL has been sent to DOE for comments. After the clearance from DOE further action will be taken.

23.10.2018:  Meeting with Director (PSU) DOT:

GS & President met Director (PSU), DOT and discussed regarding

A) Implementation of 3^rd PRC in BSNL:  Director (PSU) confirmed that the BSNL proposal for 3^rd PRC with 15% fitment benefit is being returned to BSNL for re-examination on the basis of the queries made by the Internal Finance of DOT. He further mentioned that this proposal will be sent back to BSNL within this week only.

B) 4G Spectrum allocation to BSNL:  Director (PSU) informed that the Cabinet Note for the allocation of 4G Spectrum to BSNL has been sent to the higher ups for consideration.

22.10.2018:  Meeting with PGM (Admn.) BSNL CO:  

GS, President and GS, FS AIRBSNLEWA met PGM (Admn.) BSNL C.O. ND and discussed to issue correct eligibility criterion order of BSNL Pensioners for medical claim by considering April -2018 IDA instead of April -2016. After April -2016 the necessary order for eligibility of medical claim for BSNL Pensioners has not been issued by BSNL CO. PGM (Admn) after some discussions assured to look into the matter.

(b) Allotment of funds to settle the medical claims of BSNL serving employees and Pensioners:  We expressed our concern against the non- reimbursement   of medical claims of BSNL serving employees and BSNL Pensioners. PGM (Admn) mentioned that due to the financial constraints the funds have not been released. However, the matter will be resolved in the next month.   

22.10.2018: Meeting with CMD BSNL: GS, President, met CMD BSNL and discussed regarding:
(a) Promotion from AO to CAO: We expressed our serious concern against non- issuance of the promotion order from AO to CAO even after the stay order vacated from Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh one and half month before. The AOs promoted in the year 2003 and 2005 are still waiting for CAO promotion. We explained him about the stalemate created in Pers / SEA Cell of BSNL Corporate Office on SC & ST roster implementation after the Judgement delivered by the Hon'ble Supreme Court and on the pretext of Senior Advocate opinion. CMD after detailed discussion assured to discuss the matter with Director (HR) for an early solution.

(b) CPCs in all the streams of BSNL: We requested CMD BSNL to allow holding of CPCs in all the disciplines of BSNL to the eligible executives for their promotion in the next higher grade. CMD BSNL after discussing the status of the various court cases pending, assured that after the settlement of these pending court cases the process of CPCs will be considered.
(c) Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL, Pension Revision, Payment of Pension Contribution on actual basic and Allotment of  4G Spectrum etc.,: We apprised CMD regarding meeting with Hon'ble MOSC(I/C)  and meetings in DOT. We requested CMD BSNL to use his good office in DoT/MOSC office for getting implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL and settlement of other issues. CMD, BSNL mentioned that he will discuss the matter with Hon'ble MOSC(I/C) and will try to arrange a meeting on 29.10.2018.

d) Financial Viability of BSNL: We appraised him about our Seminar on "BSNL at Your Door Step" arranged by AIBSNLEA Tamilnadu Circle at Madurai which was inaugurated by the CGM TN Circle and PGM Madurai on 13.10.2018. More than 200 Executives attended the Seminar. We also expressed our serious concern against Revenue dip in Kerala circle also in this Financial Year. CMD appreciated the efforts taken by the AIBSNLEA and mentioned that Kerala Circle should continue to provide 4G Service to our Customers with the available resources. He further empathized that we should market our available Services in a aggressive manner because the BSNL Services are still better than any other Service Provider.

22.10.2018: Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board: GS, President and AGS (Finance) met Director (HR), BSNL Board and discussed regarding

A) AO to CAO Promotion:   We resented against the delay in the process of promotion from AO to CAO by SEA Cell BSNL C.O. on the pretext of legal opinion. The stay order was vacated by the Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh one and half month before but the promotion orders are not being issued. Director (HR)  mentioned that after our last meeting she has already directed Sr.GM(FP) to discuss the matter for an early resolution but last week Sr.GM(FP) was on leave and in this week itself some decision will be taken to issue AO to CAO Promotion.

B) Consideration of request/ tenure transfers of AOs /CAOs/ DGM (F)s: We requested DIR (HR) for the consideration of request/ tenure transfers of AOs /CAOs/DGM(F)s. Also expressed our serious concern against the transfer orders issued by SEA Cell on "Pick & Choose" method. DIR (HR)  informed that GM(SR) was asked to take the para wise comments on our letter dated 9.10.2018 from Sr.GM(FP) and the same has been now received which will be examined and judicious decision will be taken shortly. 

C) Delay in reimbursement of medical claims: We expressed our serious concern against the delay in reimbursement of the medical claims of BSNL serving employees for the last 2-3 months and BSNL pensioners for last six months respectively.. We requested to timely release funds against medical claims.  Dir (HR)  mentioned that Management is seriously taking efforts to obtain Loan from Banks for meeting the latest financial crunch and assured that all the pending medical claims will be settled in the next month  November 2018.

D)  Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL, Pension Revision, Payment of Pension Contribution on actual basic and Allotment of  4G Spectrum etc.,: We requested DIR(HR) to use her good office in DOT for the settlement of 3rd PRC in BSNL, Pension Revision, Payment of Pension Contribution on actual basic and Allotment of  4G Spectrum etc.Dir (HR) informed that in last week i.e., on 17.10.2018 she attended a meeting with Hon'ble MOSC(IC) in the presence of Secretary (Telecom ), Member (Finance), SST and other Senior Officers of DOT  with reference to revival of BSNL wherein she pleaded that BSNL should be allowed to take Loan from Banks with the Letter of Comfort to meet the OPEX. During discussion DOT Officers informed that the 3rd PRC proposal approved by the BSNL Board will be returning back to BSNLfor their own consideration. But without the settlement of excess payment towards the Pension contribution and allowing BSNL to take Loans from Banks how this issue can be settled by the BSNL. Thus she advised to further take up the matter with the Hon'ble MOSC(IC) only to settle these issues at DOT level itself because these are under the purview of DOT only.

GM (SR) & OSD were also present in the meeting.

22.10.2018GS writes to

(i) 1. The GM (Pers.), BSNL Corporate office, regarding
(a)Requests for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the Cadre of DGM
(b) Requests for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the Cadre of SDE ...... <<<Click here for letter>>>

(ii) The Director (HR) BSNL Board, regarding
(a) Representation received from Circle Secretary of Punjab Circle AIBSNLEA regarding transfer to AOs.......<<<Click here for letter>>>

AIBSNLEA WISHES

A Very Happy & Prosperous

Dussehra

to one & all

19.10.2018: The biennial GB and Open Session of TVM branch of Kerala  have been completed enthusiastically at Hotel Chirag Inn , Trivandrum with the auspicious presents of AIBSNLEA stalwart Leader Com. Prahlad Rai and CHQ President Com.Sivakumar along with the guest of honor Shri.S.S.  Thampi ITS , PGMT Trivandrum BA.

Open Session started by lighting the traditional lamp was welcomed by Com.Rajan DS TVM . He elaborated the associational activities has been carried out for the benefits of branch members and Thanked PGMT for the relentless support extended to AIBSNLEA for all the genuine grievances submitted on his table. Also he extended profound gratitude and thanks to circle body for the total support in all activities of TVM branch. In the presidential address Com.Ajayakumar DP endorsed the support of both Circle body and PGMT TVM  and CE Civil , Kerala Circle.

CS Com. Shaji  narrated the wholehearted support extended by GS and CHQ President to circle body in each and every matters of Circle body taken up with CHQ including the latest matter of FR -22 (1) a(1)( anomaly . He viewed that all BSNL employees are pushed to stress by authorities in many ways lastly by discontinuing the basic medical benefits. He narrated  the healthy relations AIBSNLEA having with circle management for solving the grievances of our beloved members and expressed special thanks to PGMT TVM for the very favorable epithetical consideration for employees grievances while holding the post of CGMT Kerala.

CHQ President in his half an hour long speech explained all the activities being taken out by CHQ by our beloved and dynamic leader Com. Prahlad rai along with him including 3^rd PRC implementation,  stoppage of the formation of Tower company through court , 30% superannuation benefits to BSNL DRs , Contemptuous order on FR-22(1)a(1)  , anomalies of 2^nd PRC and all . He informed that CHQ is hopeful in releasing the very pending AO-CAO promotions within a couple of week time .

GS in his hour long speech opened the treasure of knowledge of the events in BSNL and the fighting of AIBSNLEA to accomplish benefits for BSNL executives. He beautifully portrayed the reasons for the present bleeding stage of BSNL and the role of AIBSNLEA has been doing marvelously for protecting the viability of BSNL . He  explained the time line of activates he has done so far for the much awaited 3^rd PRC ending with the very fruitful meeting with Hon'ble Minister of Communication (I/C) Shri. Manoj Sinha ji . He assured to continue his fight till the materialization of 3^rd PRC . Entire house reciprocated his efforts with applause full of energy. He touched all the pending HR/Service matters . Regarding  pending CPCs he opined that AIBSNLEA could release more than 12000 long pending promotions and we are on the move to complete all CPCs before the implementation of CPSU Cadre Hierarchy. He is very hopeful for the implementation of FR22(1)a(1) as directed by Hon'ble SCI . He is hopeful of releasing the long pending AO-CAO Promotions within a fortnight. AIBSNLEA is perusing for the release of DE to DGM , JTO to SDE and all other pending CPCs. He whole heartedly thanked all employees of Kerala Circle and Circle Management on holding up the top position revenue making circle in BSNL .

PGMT Thiruvananthapuram thanked all speakers for their good words. He recommended every employee to take all out efforts to improve revenue by marketing FTTH and other services. He reminded the importance of earning more revenue for the stability of BSNL and thereby enjoying more benefits to employees.  PGMT stressed the need for enhancing our working style to uphold the latest slogan “ BSNL AT YOUR DOOR STEPS” though a good number of employees in TVM BA are striving hard already for customer satisfaction. He assured to extend rather continue all his possible help for employees  through Associations/Unions .

House honored GS , President and PGMT by adorning shawl and presenting traditional Lamp.  The meeting is thanked by ACS Com.Pushparajan . The hall was jam-packed by around 150 members . Meeting completed with National Anthem  .

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After Lunch Biennial GM started and new 11 member branch body has been elected for next term of 3 years , Presided over by ACS Com. Manoj Viswanath : Com.Jayasree Suresh CAO as DP , Com.Binu R SDE  as DS and Com Suresh AO as FS . Ex.DS  and Ex.DP were elected as CEC Members . CS administered  oath of office to the new body.

.10.2018: 

Com J. Badrinarayanan, CS AIBSNLEA Chennai Telephones has graced the CEC by his presence and addressed the gathering.  He has briefed about the cash crunch and how it affects the efficiency of the service and employees.  Com. P. Udayasurian Organizing Secretary (South) who is always a great support to Tamil Nadu circle has addressed the extended CEC.  He has covered all the important issues in BSNL and the great services of General Secretary for the last 12 to 13 years and the roll the GS has played in getting our 2nd PRC, 78.2 fitment, time bound promotion, and the seed the GS first sow for the CPSU cadre hierarchy etc.  He has also appreciated the services of ex-all India President Com. P.  Venugopal and the President CHQ Com S. Sivakumar.  

Com. S. Sivakumar has addressed the lunch hour session about the pending issues at CHQ and the pursuance being made by the GS and the CHQ.  He has brief about all the court cases in respect of tower company, FR 22 (1)(a) (i) fitment, CPC related cases and the current position and the plan to overcome the bottle necks created by sister association etc..

OPEN SESSION:  The need of the hour is coined as the topic for the Open session i.e. “ BSNL AT YOUR DOOR STEPS”.   Com. C. Arumugam CWC member has presided over the Open session.  Com. S. Karuppaiah Ex-District secretary Madurai branch has welcomed the gathering and briefed about the selection of the topic and its important in the current scenario.  Com. C. Duraiarasan in his inaugural speech covered and briefed all the important points discussed in the morning session by various district secretaries about the new business opportunities like internet of things(IOT) linked with our Broadband services, FTTH business improvement and  requirement of some store items to implement development activities.  CS has very much appreciated the  efforts of Sri V. Raju CGM and his style of participative management.  AIBSNLEA has adopted Madurai SSA in addition to Thanjavur SSA for its physical and revenue growth.  Madurai SSA has been readily accepted as it is headed by a very efficient PGM Madam Smt. S.E. Rajam in addition to the dedicated team of officers and employees.  CS also emphasized that the adoption is as a lead association and other sister unions and association contribution is equally there.   Com R. Guruprasad Advisor CHQ in his address briefed about the image building, individual contribution of employees.  He has also suggested for expanding the 3 G services foot print from the present level of 12% to more than 50% to earn more revenue.   For intra comparison and inter comparison of data speed with our own BTS to BTS and other service providers in a same BTS area, google and facebook is offering paid analytical datas ( isp.google.com, partners.facebook.com etc.) which are used by other private service providers.  In respect of fund crunch for our expansion, BSNL may seek a portion of  unutilized, idle USO fund of around Rs.50,000 crores as loan with interest.  Com. P. Venugopal ex CHQ president has addressed the open session about the golden era when we earned profit and had a reserve of Rs.40000 crores and how the Government has taken all the money from BSNL for giving 3 G licenses, BWA spectrum  etc.   He also briefed the Government expectations on  the hand and leg tied BSNL competing with the other service providers.  Com. Chandrasekar the newly inducted CWC member has assured that all the BSNL employees with put their maximum efforts to turn around.     Smt. S.E. Rajam in her vibrant addressed made the gathering “we the best”.   Madam has narrated the examples of educational institutions how they have gone from our services and come back in BSNL.  Service with Quality is the only Mantra which will keep us proud.  If these two things are there, we can go to any door step and offer our products.  She also emphasized that we have a lot to sell.  The unexplored areas may be taped and revenue may be increased.  PGM Madurai has appreciated our District President Com.S. Karruppasamy  for his contribution in MM module and his guidance to others including L2 and L3.  Madam has also recognized and mentioned in her speech about the contribution of employees at Trichy, Virudhunagar and Karikudi SSAs.  

Com S. Sivakumar  CHQ  president has addressed the open session about the quick management decisions taken by the Board of directors in CPAN equipment procurement, devising the tariff plans and promoting 13000 executives etc.  He has appreciated the efforts taken by the present CGM in regularly conducting the Opinion leaders meeting.  President has elaborated the 2017-18 financials.  AIBSNLEAs continuous pursuance of implementation of 3rd PRC is briefed.  The cash in-flow position of BSNL in the first half year compared to Previous year and why we are getting less allotment under medical even for retired employees against the assurances given at the time of absorption etc.   Under these circumstances, he explained the need of BSNL at Your Door Step campaign.  

Com. Prahlad Rai General Secretary in his special address appreciated CGM TN Circle Sri V. Raju for achieving more than 100 % in EB Business and got appreciation letter from Director for ‘Aseem Plan'.  GS has explained the assurances given at the time of absorption and the change of attitude by Administration Ministry and the Government in respect of BSNL employees and support to BSNL.  The present situation has raised in a planned manner by stopping ADC support to BSNL, not supporting the rural service expenditures from USO fund, compelled to pay the highest quoted rate for allotment of 3G spectrum for all the circles, not allowing BSNL to borrow funds for its operational needs  etc.  Under these circumstances, the current 1.74 lakh employees are shouldering the responsibility of more than 3 lakh employees in 2002-05.  While the Government is putting hurdle in raising funds by BSNL, private telcos are liberally offered loans from Banks.  One service provider was allowed to offer 6 months free of service to the public thereby destroyed other service providers.  At present only 4 operators including BSNL is in the field actively.  All others were closed their business.  He has advised the gathering to put their maximum efforts in improving the service.  GS has briefed the AIBSNLEA services to its members in respect of getting PRC, fitment, recruitment and promotion etc. GS has briefed about the meetings with the Hon'ble Minister on the issues of 3rd PRC implementation with 15% fitment benefit, Pension revision, Payment of pension contribution on actual basis and 4G Spectrum allocations to BSNL etc. wherein Hon'ble MOC has assured for positive decision on the above issues and other DoT officers on various issues.  Finally, Sri V. Raju Chief General Manager Tamil Nadu telecom circle has addressed the Open session.  Inspite of his hectic schedule, he made it a point to attend the meeting and address the gathering.   CGM has briefed the various para meters in which TN circle is showing improvement like Aseem plan, EB Business, Prepaid sales in respect of IN figures, fault control, decrease in down timings, making more no. of agreements with cable TV  operators on revenue share model for offering FTTH connections etc.  He is confident with the dedicated team of TN circle, this year will end up with profit.  This is the one and only motto of all.  CGM has made a thorough analysis and explained three key important areas where we can immediately improve our business.  1 Mobile 2.  EB  3.  FTTH & Broadband.  In respect of mobile, he told that Point of Sales (PoS) is to be  increased and it is increasing month on month.  Bringing back the retailers who left the BSNL and it is happening.  Visiting the retailers.  This is regularly conducted by all the SSAs now.  He has told that BSNL Management is taking all efforts and supports to improve our Business.  He is regularly appraising the developments to all the Union and Association leaders.  He is very much sure that with the contribution of all the  employees in Tamil Nadu circle, this year we will improve our revenue and see that TN circle earns profit.

All the speakers have appreciated the excellent arrangement made by Madurai  District Branch and thanked the members. Vote of thanks given by Com. P. Tamilselvam Circle President.

The hall was jam packed.  Open session ended with national anthem. <<<<Click here for Glimpses>>>>

.10.2018: 

CS Com. S.K. Hiremath spoke on the occasion and clarified about the issues pending at Circle level. He congratulated and thanked the new body and assured all the support and cooperation.

GS Com. Prahlad Rai gave all the details about HR issues, CPC's, viability of BSNL, Pension revision, 3rd PRC etc. In his inspirational speech he called upon all to work together to enhance the membership. He also congratulated each and every executive member.

CP Com. Ulhas V Gurav congratulated the newly elected body and appealed all to strengthen the hands of Com. Ganesh and to extend all support. In the biennial meeting held at Mysore, Com. R Ganesh AO, C. Muralidhara D.E, and H N Ramesh SDE have been elected as District Secretary, District President and Finance Secretary respectively.

The meeting concluded with vote of thanks by DS Com. R Ganesh.

12.10.2018: GENERAL SECRETARY'S Visit to BANGALORE ON 10/10/2018: The young and energetic comrades of AIBSNLEA BGTD District, organized a special General body meeting on 10th of October 2018 at Auditorium VI floor Telephone House, Office of PGM BGTD in a grand manner. The hall was jam packed with huge gathering. The meeting was presided by Com. S G Hegde District President AIBSNLEA BGTD. District Secretary Com. Nagaraju welcomed Shri Prahalad Rai GS AIBSNLEA, VP(CHQ) Com. Chakoli Appalal, CP Com. Ulhas V Gurau, CS Com. SK Hiremath to the dias.  Com. Meena kumari C G ADS (PA/PS) welcomed the dignitaries on the dias and all the comrades for the meeting.

GS Com. Prahald Rai was felicitated by circle body on this occasion. A special garlanding made by Com. Sagaya Raj AO(ADS BGTD) on behalf of 2010 JAO batch. He expressed the gratitude to the GS for the promotions.

CS Com. S K Hiremath on behalf of AIBSNLEA KTK Circle while addressing expressed that the comrades of the KTK Circle are ever grateful to GS for having pursued /got released the promotion orders for more than 12000 executives with in a short time.

GS in his address gave details about the efforts of AIBSNLEA in getting resolved the important HR issues after the formation of BSNL. He appraised the status of HR issues and about the DPCs from JTO-SDE, SDE-DE, DE-DGM, AO-CAO, CAO-DGM(F), Civil/Electrical/ Architectural, ADOL, PA/PS, regularization of officiating JTOs, CPSU-CH. He explained the efforts of AIBSNLEA CHQ in continuously resolving the issues of Direct Recruitment executives, the role of AIBSNLEA in the viability of BSNL etc.,. He also mentioned about the progress regarding pension revision and 3 rd PRC in detail. He appraised the meetings with DDG(Budget) / DDG(Pers), DoT and meeting with Hon'ble Minister of State for Communications (I/C), Govt. Of India Shri. Manoj Sinha in respect of implementation of 3rd PRC with 15% benefit held on 8th & 9th of Oct'2018. It was assured by the minister that a favorable news about 3rd PRC will be getting before the end of this month. He expressed his views that KTK is very important circle in all respect. He congratulated and thanked the comrades of KTK Circle for organizing the meeting in a grand manner within a short time.

The meeting was concluded with the vote of thanks by Com. Sagaya Raj ADS BGTD........<<<Click here for glimpses>>>>

12.10.2018: BSNL Corporate office, New Delhi issued Transfer of executives in the grade of DGM in Telecom Operation Stream - <<<Click here for order>>>

10.10.2018:   AIBSNLEA Executive Diary - 2019:

AIBSNLEA has brought BSNL EXECUTIVE DIARY-2019 containing updated information on service matters mostly concerning the BSNL employees and also important information on Telecom Engineering, Financial matters including GST. The Executive Diary is having full page for each day.

The diaries are ready for dispatch  by the First Week of December-2018. The price has been fixed at a competitive rate of Rs. 160/- (Rs. One Hundred Sixty only) per copy including postage / freight charges and GST.

All the Circle Secretaries are requested to ensure that the diary orders pertaining the their circle are placed to CHQ at the earliest to avoid last minute disappointment, if not done so far.

Bulk orders (Not less than for 20 Executive Diaries) are appreciated. While placing the orders, kindly intimate the name of the consignee officer along with his name, mailing address, PINCODE of the City and the Mobile Number for timely receipt of the material.

For further details and placement of orders, please contact at the following address:-

Shri T.C. Jain, FS, AIBSNLEA [Mob: 9868188748]  OR  Shri P.C. Joshi, AGS (C/E/Arch/TF), AIBSNLEA [Mob: 968101066], CH-17-2-15, P&T Chemmery Staff Quarters, Atul Grove Road, New Delhi-110001 Email: gsaibsnlea@gmail.com FAX No: 011 23315315......

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09.10.2018AIBSNLEA Meeting with Shri Manoj Sinha Ji, Hon'ble Minister of State for Communications (I/C), Govt. Of India:  GS, President, AGS (Fin) and AGS(DR) met with  Hon'ble MOSC (IC) Shri Manoj Sinha Ji for early settlement of various issues viz. (i)   Implementation of 3rd PRC with 15% fitment benefit in BSNL(ii) Revision of pension of BSNL Pensioners (iii) Payment of pension contribution on actual basic Pay (iv) Allocation of 4G spectrum to BSNL (v) Payment of pension through  existing Banking CPCs instead of CCA

Hon'ble Minister  mentioned that BSNL should have serious approach towards Its Revival. BSNL has to grab the opportunity through "BSNL Wings" and FTTH connections and increase its revenue as finally burden will come only on BSNL. BSNL should increase its CFA customer base from 1 crore to 1.5 crore during next 8 months to increase its revenue. In mobile segment there is stiff competition.   We insisted that about 20 lakhs people dependent on BSNL and are watching with hope towards Hon'ble Minister. We requested that Hon'ble Minister can only decide the fate of these 20 lakh people as approach of Bureaucracy is always as per line of rule book.

After detailed discussions, Hon'ble Minister assured that after arrival of Secretary (T) from US tour on 14.10.2018, he will hold a meeting with Secretary (T) and CMD, BSNL. Unions and Associations   may also be invited for aforesaid meeting and try to resolve issues at earliest. On our pleading Hon'ble Minister assured to give good news within this month itself.

We provided all  the letters addressed to Hon'ble MOSC (IC) on above issues which he marked to Shri Saket Kumar , PS, (IAS) to conduct above meeting .

09.10.2018Meeting with DDG (Budget), DoT: GS, President AGS(F) and AGS (DR) met DDG (Budget) ,DOT and enquired about clearance on the proposal of BSNL Board for the implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL with 15% fitment benefit. DDG (Budget) mentioned that the file is already sent to nodal cell of DoT with its comments that decision in this regard may only be taken by Cabinet. We requested for favourable comments on file when case come into finance for vetting of Cabinet Note .

09.10.2018Meeting with DDG (Pers) ,DoT: GS, President AGS (F) and AGS (DR) met DDG (Pers), DOT and discussed the case of implementation of Rule 206 of seniority of TES Group B officers  as per Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgement  dated 14.12.2017 and explained the impugned Judgement verdict in detail . We requested to DDG (Pers) for early reply from DOT to BSNL in this regard. DDG (Pers.) assured for same .

09.10.2018Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board:

GS, President and AGS (Finance) met Director (HR), BSNL Board and apprised her regarding meeting with Hon'ble MOSC(I/C)  and meetings in DOT. Director (HR) appreciated the efforts of AIBSNLEA in this regard. We further discussed regarding

A) AO to CAO Promotion:  We  further requested the DIR HR) for  kind consideration  the promotion from AO to CAO subject to DOP&T guidelines /endorsement  on SC/ ST roster implementation. DIR (HR) assured to look into the matter.

B) Consideration of request/ tenure transfers of AOs /CAOs/ DGM (F)s: We requested DIR (HR) for the consideration of request/ tenure transfers of AOs /CAOs/DGM(F)s in finance wing. DIR (HR) assured to look in to the matter .

09.10.2018GS writes to

(i) Shri Anupam Shrivastava, CMD BSNL regards request for filling up the vacant CAO Posts  <<<Click here for letter>>>

(ii) Smt. Sujata Ray, Director (HR), BSNL Board regarding transfer & Posting on "Pick and choose" method and in the interest of service even before completion of one year of Service at present station in JAG [DGM (Fin)] and non-consideration of genuine medical and immunity ground cases<<<Click here for letter>>>

(iii) The GM (Pers.), BSNL Corporate office, regarding  (a) Request for transfer in the Cadre of DGM  (b) Request for transfer in the Cadre of SDE   <<<Click here for letter>>>

08.10.2018Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board:

GS, President and AGS (Finance) met Director (HR), BSNL Board and discussed regarding

A) AO to CAO Promotion:  We requested the DIR HR) for considering the promotion from AO to CAO. DIR (HR) in the presence of Sr.GM (FP), GM (Pers) and OSD and discussed the matter in detail on SC & ST roster implementation vis-à-vis Hon'ble Supreme Court judgement. Sr.GM (FP) informed that today Senior Advocate Shri R.D.Agarwala has submitted the legal opinion wherein he has opined that let, DOP&T issue the endorsement/guidelines on the basis of Hon'ble Supreme Court judgement on SC &ST roster implementation. Till that time BSNL should restrain from issuing promotion orders. We contested against that and requested DIR (HR) to take appropriate decision in this regard so that promotions can be made. DIR (HR) further mentioned that she will further discuss the matter and will upload the view of the BSNL Management on this issue in the BSNL Intranet Portal. The decision will be applicable to all the cadres for promotions.

B) Consideration of request/ tenure transfers of AOs /CAOs/ DGM (F)s: We requested DIR (HR) for the consideration of request/ tenure transfers of AOs /CAOs/DGM(F)s. Also expressed our serious concern against the transfer orders issued by SEA Cell on "Pick & Choose" method. DIR (HR) assured to look in to the matter and examine the transfer orders issued on "Pick & Choose" method. 

08.10.2018Meeting with GM (Pers):

GS, President and AGS (Finance) met GM (Pers) and discussed regarding

A) Implementation of Rule 206 of TES Gr.B Seniority case: We provided all the Judgement copies of impugned orders and the Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgements and requested GM (Pers) to implement Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgement in its true spirit. GM (Pers) assured to re-examine the issue.

B) JTO to SDE(T) Promotion: We requested the GM (Pers) to consider the JTO to SDE (T) promotions to fill up the vacant SDE (T) Posts on the basis of Hon'ble High Court, Kerala Judgement. GM (Pers) mentioned that let the Contempt case pending in the Hon'ble CAT Ernakulum be decided and the AIEL be prepared, immediately CPC will be expedited to fill up the vacant SDE(T) Posts.

08.10.2018Meeting of AUAB : Today All Unions and Associations of BSNL hold its meeting at NFTE CHQ Office at New Delhi. On behalf of AIBSNLEA GS & President attended the meeting. Com. C. Singh, GS, NFTE presided the meeting. AUAB expressed its serious concern against the non-implementation of the assurances/directions given by the Hon'ble MOSC (I/C) in the meeting with AUAB held on 24.2.2018. Also expressed dissatisfaction against the poor response of the BSNL Management in this regard. After detail discussions AUAB unanimously decided to serve the Notice of Trade Union Action Programmes as under:

i) Press release/Press Conference at CHQ/Circle/SSA levels on 29.10.2018 high lighting the demands.

ii) One full day Dharna at BSNL CO/Circle/SSA levels on 30.10.2018.

iii) Rallies at Circle and SSA levels and submission of Memorandum to the respective CGMs/GMs on 14.11.2018.

iv) To intensify the Agitational Programme in terms of Indefinite Strike will be decided after 30.11.2018 in case the AUAB demands are not settled.

v) AUAB decided to issue protest letters to CMD regarding

a) Outsourcing of Passive Infra Maintenance of Non BSNL Sites amounting Rs.1800 Crores per Annum and

b) Repatriation of excess ITS Officers against the Sanctioned Strength to DOT as per the Hon'ble High Court Delhi Judgement of in diminishing order.

All the Unions and Associations of BSNL will be requested by AUAB Leaders to come together and fight collectively on the common demands. The demands are as under

1) 3rd PRC implementation with 15% fitment

2) Pension Revision

3) Pension Contribution on Actual Basic Pay instead of Maximum Pay.

4) Immediate Allocation of 4G Spectrum to BSNL.

All the Circle Secretaries/District Secretaries are requested to implement the Agitational Programme successfully.

05.10.2018 GS writes to

(i) The Director (HR) BSNL Board, New Delhi regarding

(a) Representation received from R.Madhu Shital, JAO HR No. 99803730 Ranchi Circle regarding Posting in the grade of PA.

(b) Requests for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the Cadre of DGM ......<<<Click here for letter>>>

(c) Death of unskilled labour in Kudur Exchange Magadi Division Karnataka Circle <<<Click here for letter>>>

04.10.2018 Meeting with GM (Pers.) BSNL CO               

GS, President and AGS (Finance) met GM (Pers.) and discussed regarding

(a) AO to CAO promotion clearance: We requested GM (Pers.) to give early comments on SC/ST roaster policy in BSNL to SEA cell so that SEA cell can issue the promotion order. GM(Pers.) mentioned that today he has given the comments in this regard and returned the file to SEA Cell.

(b) Implementation of Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgement on  Rule-206 in TES Group “B” seniority: We further explained that Hon'ble Supreme Court has upheld the impugned Judgement (i.e. Hon'ble High Court Chandigarh and Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh judgements ) with  further observation that those who have been given further promotions may not be disturbed. And make it clear that no arrears will be payable in terms of the impugned judgement. Consequential benefits of pay fixation including the pensionary benefits, if any, will be payable in terms of the impugned judgement only w.e.f 1.1.2018 and not for the post.

GM (Pers.) after details discussions mentioned that matter has now been sent to DoT for comments and after receiving the comments further matter will be examined in light of the impugned order.

 (c) Consideration of some request/ tenure transfer of SDEs/DEs /DGMs: We requested for the consideration of some request /tenure transfer cases of SDEs/DEs/ DGMs on genuine grounds. GM (Pers.) assured to look into the matter for early consideration.       

04.10.2018 Meeting with Sr. GM (Estt.) BSNL CO:

GS, President and AGS (Finance) met Sr. GM (Estt.) and discussed regarding

(a) FR 22(1) a (i) pay fixation to the JTOs officiating as per the Hon'ble CAT Ernakulum bench and Hon'ble High Court Kerala Judgement: We expressed our concern against the BSNL CO recent order for the implementation of Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgement on FR 22(1) a (i) pay fixation case wherein Estt Cell has again mentioned the order dated 22.12.2015 to revert the JTOs as TTA on 1.1.2007 and re-fixed in JTO scale which is causing heavy   financial loss to these JTOs  and against this order AIBSNLEA has already filed the contempt petition in the Hon'ble PB CAT New Delhi. Sr. GM (Estt) after detail discussions assured to look into the matter for an early solution.

(b) SC/ST roaster implementation in CPSU cadre hierarchy committee report: Sr. GM (Estt) mentioned that some Associations/Unions are yet to give their feedback on this issue thereafter only the committee will give its report.

04.10.2018 Meeting with Sr. GM (FP) BSNL CO:

GS, President and AGS (Finance) met Sr. GM (FP) and discussed regarding

(a) AO to CAO Promotion: We requested Sr.GM (FP) for issuing promotion order from AO to CAO. Sr. GM (FP) mentioned that she is going to discuss the matter with Sr. Advocate Shri R.D. Aggarwala by tomorrow. She also mentioned that the comments of GM (Pers.) on SC/ST roster implementation policy in BSNL are also await, thereafter only with the approval of the competent authority the necessary action for promotion will be taken.  

(b) Consideration of some request /tenure transfer cases if AOs/ CAOs/ DGMs (Finance): We requested for consideration of some request /tenure transfer cases of AOs/CAOs /DGMs (Finance) on genuine grounds. We also expressed our serious concern against some “Pick & choose” method transfers. Sr. GM (FP) assured to look into the matter.

.10.2018

(f) Delay in reimbursement of medical claims: We expressed our serious concern against the delay in reimbursement the medical claims of BSNL serving employees for the last 2-3 months and BSNL pensioners for last six months respectively. We explained that majority of BSNL employees exercise their options in view of BSNL MRS also. This was also one of the factor for absorption in BSNL but now on the pretext of financial constraints the medical bills of BSNL serving employees and pensioners are pending months together. we requested to release timely funds against medical claims. Some employees are interested to switch over to CGHS Scheme for BSNL MRS but they are not being considered due to confusion in code number by the respective CGHS dispensaries. This issue needs to settled in DoT level and those who are allowed to switch over CGHS Scheme their one time medical fee reimbursement from BSNL is also getting delayed. We requested CMD BSNL for his kind intervention for the settlement of above mentioned issues. CMD BSNL after detailed discussions assured to look into matter.

03.10.2018 Meeting with CMD BSNL:
GS, President, AGS (Fin) met CMD BSNL and discussed regarding:
(a) Promotion from AO to CAO: We expressed our serious concern against non- issuance of promotion order from AO to CAO even after the stay order vacated from Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh. The AOs promoted in the year 2003 and 2005 are still waiting for CAO promotion. CMD appreciated our concern and assured to discuss the matter with Director (HR). He further mentioned that respective cell should ensure that after issuing the promotion orders, the contempt of Court case should not arise.
(b) CPCs in all the streams of BSNL: We requested CMD BSNL to allow holding of CPCs in all the disciplines of BSNL to the eligible executives for their promotion in the next higher grade. We explained that majority of the executives are interested to get promoted in the next higher grade through CPCs only and not through CPSU Cadre hierarchy. CMD BSNL after discussing the status of the various court cases pending, assured that after the settlement of these pending court cases the process of CPCs may resume.
(c) Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL: We requested CMD BSNL to use his good office in DoT/MOSC office for getting implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL.CMD, BSNL mentioned that he has been trying in this regard but we should also pursue the matter with Hon'ble MOSC (I/C) for an early decision.
(d) Payment of Pension contribution on actual basic pay of BSNL employees and pension revision: CMD BSNL mentioned that Hon'ble MOSC (I/C) in the meeting held on 24.02.2018 directed DoT officers for necessary action and now we should follow -up in DoT & MOSC office for settlement.
(e) Allocation of 4G spectrum to BSNL: CMD, BSNL mentioned that BSNL took up this issue with DoT, 3 years before but till date it is not allocated and further delay will not help even after its allocation. He further mentioned that he is regularly perusing in DoT and MOSC office.

03.10.2018Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board
GS, President and AGS (Finance) met Director (HR), BSNL Board and discussed regarding:
(a) AO to CAO promotion: We resented against the delay in the process of promotion from AO to CAO by SEA Cell BSNL C.O. on the pretext of legal opinion. The stay order was vacated by the Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh three weeks before but the promotion orders are not being issued. We apprised Director (HR) that Sr. GM (FP) has sent the fill to Pers. Cell BSNL C.O. One week before to get clearance on SC/ST roaster implementation policy for clearance and guidance but the reply is still awaited, similarly the legal opinion from Sr. Advocate Shri R.D. Agarwala is also awaited . Director (HR) appreciated  our concern and assured that tomorrow she will talk to GM (Pers.) and Sr. Advocate Shri R.D. Agarwala for an early clearance / legal opinion respectively.
(b) CAO to DGM (Finance) CPC: We requested to issue promotion order from CAO to DGM (Finance) as the CMD BSNL has advised to discuss the matter. Director (HR) mentioned that she has already directed Sr. GM (FP) to discuss the matter with CMD BSNL and to get approval. However, she assured to look into the matter.
(c) Implementation of FR 22(1) (a) (i) pay fixation to the officiating JTOs as per the Hon'ble CAT Ernakulum and Hon'ble High Court Kerala Judgements: The SLP of BSNL has been dismissed in the Hon'ble Supreme Court. The implementation order has been issued by Estt. Cell but it is against the Court judgements. It will cause further litigations. On our letter Director (HR) directed Sr. GM (Estt.) to put up the case.

02.10.2018 GS writes to

(i) The GM (Pers.), BSNL Corporate office, New Delhi regarding Request to regularize the date of promotion of recently promoted AGM/DEs as 29.06.2018thereby avoiding discrepancies-<<<Click here for letter>>>

(ii) Smt. Suiata Ray, Director (HR), BSNL Board regarding  Fixation of Pay under FR- 22(1)(a) (i) to the officials,  who were screening test passed and w♦ere  officiating in the grade of JTO -   <<<Click here for letter>>>

AIBSNLEA Wishes a very Happy & Prosperous Gandhay Jayanti to One & all ....

01.10.2018

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01.10.2018Writ Petition filed by DoT against PB CAT judgement dated 21.12.2017 in the case of withdrawal of additional increment in the same scale on functional promotion under EPP...... This will be listed on 16.10.2018.  <<<Click here for Hon'ble High Court permission for listing on 16.10.2018>>>>

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