20.03.2020GS Writes to The PGM (Pers.) BSNL Corporate office regarding  Request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of Accounts officer<<<Click here for letter>>

13.03.2020Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board: GS and AGS along with CS HP & Rajasthan Circle and CP Rajasthan Circle met Director (HR) BSNL Board today and discussed regarding:

(1) DGM(T) Ad-hoc to DGM(T) Regular: We requested to consider DGM(T) Ad-hoc to DGM(T) Regular promotions as they are working as DGM Ad-hoc since last Four Years and the services of these Senior Officers as Head of the SSAs with Statutory Powers are very much essential in the Post VRS Scenario in BSNL. Director (HR) assured to look into the matter.

(2) CAO to DGM (Fin) Promotion: Considering the huge vacuum created in the DGM (Fin) Cadre in BSNL Corporate Office as well as various Circles, the vacant DGM (Fin) posts are to be filled up on immediate basis so as to maintain efficiently the Administrative Offices as well as the TR Units. As on date only 28 DGM (Fin) are working through out India in BSNL and most of the Circles/SSAs are not having regular IFA. In view of the Post VRS Scenario, we requested the Director (HR) to fill up all the vacant DGM (Fin) Posts on promotion by relaxing the eligibility conditions on One Time Measure. Director (HR) after detailed discussion, assured to consider the same in the interest of BSNL.

(3) Promotion from EE (Civil) to SE (Civil) and EE (Elect) to SE (Elect): We requested for early conduct of CPCs to fill up the vacant posts of EE (Civil) to SE (Civil) and EE (Elect) to SE (Elect). Director (HR) mentioned that the CPCs are under process and promotion orders will be issued shortly.

(4) JTO(T) to SDE(T) Promotions: We requested for early conduct of CPCs to fill up the 12450 vacant SDEs posts as 1999 batch promoted JTOs are waiting for their first promotion since more than 20 years and 2001 batch DR JTOs are also waiting for their first promotion for more than 18 years. Director (HR) mentioned that the BSNL Administration sought legal opinion from ASG due to Review Petition against Contempt Case in Hon’ble High Court Kerala. However he assured that after receipt of the Legal Opinion, the CPC will be initiated.

(5) Conduct of CPCs to fill up vacant posts in the Cadre of EE/DE/AGM(Civil/Elect/TF/Arch), SDE(Civil/Elect/TF/Arch), PS/PPS/CSS etc: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Cadres, the vacant posts are to be filled up on immediate basis to maintain the BSNL Services in an efficient manner. Director (HR) mentioned that on finalization of BSNL Restructuring Plan, CPCs will be initiated to fill up the vacant posts.

(6) Conduct of CPCs to fill up the vacant posts in the Cadre of DE/CAO: We requested to fill up the vacant posts of DE and CAO by relaxing the eligibility conditions on One Time Measure so as to maintain the Telecom Network fault free and run the Admin. offices in an efficient manner. Director (HR) mentioned that due to the cases pending at Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh, BSNL Management is not in a position to initiate the CPCs, however BSNL have got the favourable order from the Hon’ble High Court of Punjab and Haryana for the early disposal of the case in the next hearing.

(7) Casting of SDE seniority list No.9 for DE(T ) Promotions: We requested for early issuance of list No 9 of SDE Seniority list. In this regard, we appraised Director (HR) regarding our earlier discussions as per the judgment dated 25.08.2009 pronounced by the Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh and upheld by the Hon’ble High Court of Punjab and Haryana as well as by the Apex Court (3 Judges Bench) on the basis of date of joining i.e., in respect of SDEs promoted up to 28.08.2015; the provisional Seniority should be prepared on the basis of the above mentioned Judgements. Director (HR) mentioned that he has instructed the PGM (Pers.) to obtain the Legal Opinion in this regard at earliest.

(8) Review the decision for reversion of SDEs to JTOs:- We requested Director(HR) to review the decision for reversion of about 30 SDEs of 2001 DR JTO batch promoted through LDCE 2007 passed and not to oppose the Review Petition filed in the Hon’ble Madras High Court against the reversion of SDE(T). We recall the discussions had with Director (HR) several times for the past two months in this regard and requested for early decision. Director (HR) mentioned that the case has been discussed with Legal Team in detail and assured that BSNL Management will take a decision with in a week to give relaxation to the affected SDEs.

(9) Review the decision of CVO for withholding the VC:- We requested that the orders issued by the CVO vide letter dated 13.12.2019 regarding withholding the VCs of retirees against whom Personal Court Case (other than Departmental) is to be withdrawn since the order is violating the existing DOP&PW instructions and we recalled the earlier discussions held with Director (HR) in this regard and assurance given to clear the VCs on receipt of clarification from DOT. Director (HR) immediately discussed the matter with the DDG (Estt.) DoT and requested to issue the clarification in this regard at the earliest. DDG (Estt.) DoT assured to issue the clarification in next week.

(10) Implementation of E-5 to E-6 IDA Pay Scale to DGM (Regular): We appraised Director (HR) that few Senior Executives (DGMs- regular) have not get TBU from E5 to E6 IDA Pay Scale under EPP and they have stagnated in E5 Scale since more than 9 years and some of them have been retired also but their juniors are getting E6 Scale. We further pleaded that early decision in this regard has to be taken by the BSNL Management to avoid any Litigation. Director (HR) mentioned that the matter will be looked into.

(11)  Grant of relaxation in Marks to the Candidates appeared in JTO LICE held on 26.05.2019 for Vacancy Year 2017-18:  We requested to consider relaxation in marks in respect of JTO LICE held on 26.05.2019 due to 22 out of Syllabus Questions resulting in poor Pass percentage and  render justice to the affected Candidates. Director (HR) mentioned that as per the Committee recommendations the grace marks has been already given. We pleaded that for ten ambiguity questions no grace marks were given but in the total marks the marks pertains to ten ambiguity question has been deducted, which is against Natural Justice. We further mentioned that more than 7000 departmental quota JTOs posts, which is the feeder cadre, are vacant in BSNL and in the Post VRS Scenario we are badly in need of JTOs to maintain the BSNL Vast Telecom Network fault free. After detailed discussion, Director (HR) assured that the Management will consider for the relaxation in the marks wherever justified.

(12) Consideration of request transfers/retention/modification as well as Tenure transfers in the Cadre of DGM(T)/SDE/AO:- We requested Director (HR) to consider the request transfers/Tenure transfer and retention/modification of transfer orders in the Cadre of DGM (T)/SDE/AO. After detailed discussion, Director (HR) assured to consider the same.  

(13) Corrections to be made in the PPOs issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees: We brought to the notice of the Director (HR) about the entries made in the Pension Payment Orders issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees by the concerned CCAs vide Sl.No.3, Section-2 under Part II, i.e., against the “Rules under which Pension is sanctioned” it was mentioned as BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme 2019 instead of Rule 37A of CCS Pension Rules 1972 and the detailed discussion had with the Member (Finance) and the CMD BSNL on 27.02.2020. Director (HR) mentioned that all the issues related to PPOs along with the representations received from the Associations and Unions are being forwarded to DoT for further action.

Director (HR) appreciated our concern and assured that HR Team will put best efforts to resolve all these issues in positive direction. We thanked Director (HR) for giving patient hearing and positive response on all these burning issues related to the Executives of BSNL. The meeting lasted for more than One Hour.

13.03.2020 BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions regarding Verification of Leave encashment, Leave data and Last pay drawn in respect of VRS optees.                          <<<<Click here for letter>>>

13.03.2020 BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions regarding Generation of long stay list [SDE(T)/AGM(T)/DGM(T)] from ERP SAP, wherein it was stated that all the Executives may check their Present Grade/ Present Substantive Grade and Career History details in ERP.                          <<<<Click here for letter>>>

11.03.2020GS, AGS, Auditor/CHQ and CS HP Circle welcomed & congratulated Shri Sushil Kumar Mishra ji  on assuming the High Office of Director (CM) BSNL Board, New Delhi and Presented with the Bouquet.

We had a informal discussion on the following points:

* To analyze per BTS Revenue Vs Expenditure SSA wise and leased sites having expenditure more than Rs.45000/- p.m. to be reviewed.

*  BSNL has to ensure 99% Up time of BTS so as to increase the revenue.

* Tariff of CUG Plan is to be reviewed since tariff is getting increased for all the customers of other TSPs.

*  Sales and Marketing Wing is to be strengthened in Rural Areas also.

Director (CM) appreciated our concern and assured to look into the matter.

AIBSNLEA WISHES

A HAPPY, Colourful, Safe & Prosperous

Holi-2020

To One & All

03.03.2020 GS writes to The PGM(Pers.) regarding  Request for cancellation and retention in the cadre of SDE (Arch.) <<<<Click here for letter>>>

28.02.2020 Congratulations to all the retiring Comrades!

CHQ extends Best Wishes to all the comrades who are going to retire on 28/29.02.2020 on Superannuation, for a Happy, Healthy, Wealthy, Contended and Peaceful life after retirement. Senior Comrade Shashidhar K.Hiremath, DGM and  Our AGS(Enginerring) is also going to retire on   Superannuation on 29.02.2020.

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 28/29.02.2020. 

27.02.2020 GS writes to Shri Anshu Prakash, IAS Secretary (Telecom) and Chairman

DCC,   DoT, Sanchar Bhawan regarding request  allotment of USO Fund Projects to BSNL on Nomination Basis and to give a chance to BSNL to fulfill the dream of Hon’ble Prime Minister for the New India. <<< Click here for letter>>>

27.02.2020 Meeting with Member (Finance), DCC, DoT:

Today GS, AGS and Auditor/CHQ met Member (Fin), DCC, DoT and discussed regarding:

(1) Corrections to be made in the PPOs issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees: We brought to the notice of Member (Fin) about the entries made in the Pension Payment Orders issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees by the concerned CCAs vide Sl.No.3, Section-2 under Part II, i.e., against the “Rules under which Pension is sanctioned” it was mentioned as BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme 2019 instead of CCS Pension Rules 1972. We handed over the copy of one PPO and letter addressed in this regard to the Member (Finance). Member (Finance) explained that the Pension for the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees will be regulated and Sanctioned as per Rule-37A, CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 and the Union Cabinet approved the BSNL VRS-2019 Scheme as per CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 only. We informed the Member (Finance) that there is a doubt and fear among the BSNL VRS-2019 retirees that “Whether BSNL VRS Optees, who are the Absorbed employees from DoT to BSNL, will get their Pension revised and other benefits as per the Sub rule (8) Rule 37-A of CCS (Pension) Rules 1972” and we brought to the notice of the Member (Finance) about the clarification sought by AIBSNLEA vide Letter dated 14.11.2019 in this regard. Member (Finance) mentioned that all the Pensionary and other benefits will be regulated as per the Sub Rule (8) Rule 37-A of CCS(Pension) Rules 1972 and assured that clarification will be issued in this regard.

(2) Immediate disbursement of GPF final Settlement and disbursement of First instalment of Ex-Gratia amount: Member (Finance) mentioned that he is personally monitoring the GPF Final Payment disbursed by the CCAs and all the Officers and Staff of CCA units  are geared up to disburse the GPF Final settlement immediately and 80% GPF Final Payments are settled till date. Regarding First instalment of Ex-Gratia payment, Member (Finance) mentioned that DoT is trying their best efforts to make the payment before 31^st March 2020.

(3) Release of Sovereign Guarantee by the Finance Ministry to BSNL: Member (Finance) mentioned that DoT Officers are discussing with the Ministry of Finance for the early issuance of Sovereign Guarantee to BSNL. He further mentioned that BSNL should now concentrate to evolve the Strategies to increase its Revenue.

<<< Click here for letter>>>            <<< Click here for letter Dated 14.11.2019>>>

27.02.2020 Meeting with CMD, BSNL:

Today GS, AGS and Auditor/CHQ met CMD, BSNL and discussed regarding:

(1) Corrections to be made in the PPOs issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees: We brought to the notice of the CMD, BSNL about the entires made in the Pension Payment Orders issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees by the concerned CCAs vide Sl.No.3, Section-2 under Part II, i.e., against the “Rules under which Pension is sanctioned” it was mentioned as BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme 2019 instead of CCS Pension Rules 1972. We handed over the copy of the PPO and letter addressed in this regard to the CMD BSNL. CMD mentioned that he has already discussed the issue with the Member (Finance), DCC, DoT and it was assured by the Member (Finance) that the Pension for the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees will be regulated and Sanctioned as per Rule.37.A CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 since the Union Cabinet approved the BSNL VRS-2019 Scheme as per CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 only. We informed the CMD that there is a doubt and fear among the BSNL VRS-2019 retirees that “Whether BSNL VRS Optees, who are the Absorbed employees from DoT to BSNL, will get their Pension revised and other benefits as per the Sub rule (8) Rule 37-A of CCS(Pension) Rules 1972” and we brought to the notice of the CMD about the clarification sought by AIBSNLEA vide Letter dated 14.11.2019 in this regard. We further mentioned that no clarification has been issued for the Pension related issues raised in the letter by AIBSNLEA. After detailed discussion CMD assured to forward our letter to DoT for further clarification in this regard..

(2) Fixing the Time Line for Monthly Salary disbursement: We requested the CMD to fix the time line for the disbursement of monthly salary in the last date of the concerned month since the net Salary expenditure from the month of February, 2020 estimated around 350 Cr and BSNL can very well manage net Salary monthly expenditure from the monthly collection of around Rs.1300 Cr. CMD assured to consider the issue after the February, 2020 Salary disbursement.

(3)Formation of Quality Circle in BA, Circle & BSNL CO:  We suggested that Quality Circle to be formed in BA, Circle & BSNL CO with the Officers from the Management side and the Associations and Unions representatives as members to review and monitoring the monthly/Quarterly revenue, Developmental activities, Revenue Assurance, Revenue Leakage and Faults etc., so as to maximise the Revenue for the better financial health of BSNL. CMD appreciated our concern in this regard and assured to look in to the matter.

27.02.2020 Meeting with Director (Finance) BSNL Board:

Today GS, AGS and Auditor/CHQ met Director (Finance) and discussed regarding:

(1) Disbursement of Salary for the Month of January, 2020,  Non-remittance of Society recoveries made from the salaries and Non-remittance of GPF recoveries made from the salaries of the working employees from the month of May,2019 onwards: We expressed our serious concern regarding the non-disbursement of Salary for the month of January, 2020 and Non-remittance of Society recoveries made from the salaries of VRS Optees and Non-remittance of GPF recoveries made from the salaries of the working employees since last 9 months. Director (Finance) informed that BSNL Management released the payments in respect of MOU Bank Loan in respect of all the employees, Bank Interest, Capital and Maintenance exp. including Contract Labour payments from the Bank Loan obtained and from the daily collections. He further mentioned that our priority is remittance of Society recoveries made from the salaries of VRS Optees , January, 2020 Salary and remittance of GPF recoveries made from the salaries of the working employees. He further assured that January, 2020 Salary will be paid in the next week from the daily collections.

(2) Correction in the PPO issued to the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees: We brought to the notice of Director (Fin) about the entires made in the Pension Payment Orders issued to the BSNL VRS -2019 Retirees by the concerned CCAs vide Sl.No.3, Section-2 under Part II, i.e., against the “Rules under which Pension is sanctioned” it was mentioned as BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme 2019 instead of CCS Pension Rules 1972. We handed over the copy of the PPO and letter addressed in this regard to the Director (Finance). Director (Finance) explained that the Pension for the BSNL VRS-2019 Retirees will be regulated and Sanctioned as per Rule.37.A CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 and the Union Cabinet approved the BSNL VRS-2019 Scheme as per CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 only. However he assured to take up the issue with the Member(Finance), DCC, DoT

(3)   Extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch: GS handed over the letter to the Director(Finance) regarding request to issue amendment to BSNL CO letter No: 7-4/2010-SEA-BSNL(Pt-I) Dated 24.07.2015 regarding the extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch as in the case of JAOs 40% quota (Deptl.) of the same batch. GS appraised the issue in detail to Director (Finance). After detailed discussion Director (Finance) assured to look into the matter.

(4)Immediate promotions to all the Grades and Streams considering the post VRS Scenario: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Grades in many places to be filled up on immediate basis to maintain the BSNL Vast Network fault free. We requested to conduct the CPCs immediately to the various Cadres wherever no Court Cases are pending. We further pleaded that since the Executives are drawing higher Scales than their Substantive Post through TBU under EPP, so just by giving re-designation, promotions can be effected. We strongly oppose any local Look-after arrangements instead of Regular Promotions. Director (Fin.) mentioned that he will discuss the issue with the CMD BSNL and the Director (HR) and appropriate action will be taken soon.

(5) Fixing the Time Line for Monthly Salary disbursement: We requested the Director(Finance) to fix the time line for the disbursement of monthly salary in the last date of the concerned month since the net Salary expenditure from the month of February, 2020 estimated around 350 Cr and BSNL can very well manage net Salary monthly expenditure from the monthly collection of around Rs.1300 Cr. Director(Fin) assured to consider the issue after the February, 2020 Salary disbursement.

27.02.2020 GS writes to Shri Anshu Prakash, IAS Secretary (Telecom) and Chairman DCC,   DoT, Sanchar Bhawan regarding request  Request for correction in the Pension Payment Order issued to the BSNLVRS -2019 Retirees << Click here for letter>>>

26.02.2020 GS writes to

(1) The Director (HR) BSNL Board regarding request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of DGM (T) << Click here for letter>>>

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

(a) Request for Transfer / Posting / re-allotment / application for transfer / posting /Cancellation /Retention in the cadre of JAO.

(b) Representation received from Shri Debasish Das, DGM CM(L/A), HR No. 198602896 CTD Circle regarding Requirement of APARs and promotion to DGMT(Adhoc).

(c) Representation received from Shri P. Nancharaiah DGM(L/A) HR No. 198304215, Andhra Pradesh Circle regarding his name is not DGM(T)  promotion List

<< Click here for letter>>>

25.02.2020BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions regarding finalization of plan on modalities with respect to merger of MTNL with BSNL<< Click here for letter>>>

25.02.2020 GS writes to

(1)The Sr.GM (Estt.) BSNL Corporate office regarding  representation received from Shri  A. Sridhar, JE, HR No. 199800093 Tamil Nadu Circle regarding  change  of JTO induction Phase –I Training. <<<Click here for the letter>>>

(2) The CGM(BW), BSNL Corporate office regarding  representation received from Shri   P. Mani, DGM (F), Retd. Tamil Nadu Circle regarding Waival of damage rent.<<<Click here for the letter>>>

25.02.2020 Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board:

Today GS and Auditor/CHQ met Director (HR)in the presence of  PGM (Pers.) and DGM(Pers) and discussed regarding:

(1)   Immediate promotions to all the disciplines considering the huge vacuum created due to VRS-2019: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Grades in many places the vacant posts are to be filled up on immediate basis to maintain the Vast BSNL Network fault free. We requested to conduct the CPCs immediately to the various Cadres wherever no Court Cases are pending by relaxing the eligibility conditions as one time measure wherever required. We further pleaded that since the Executives are drawing higher Scales than their Substantive Post through TBU under EPP, so just by giving re-designation, promotions can be effected. We requested the Director (HR) to evolve a Policy for giving Promotions by giving designation change wherever required instead of Look after arrangement. Director (HR) after detailed discussion accepted our suggestions and assured that the Management will find out the solution shortly.

(2)   Extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch: GS handed over the letter to the PGM (Pers.) regarding request to issue amendment to BSNL CO letter No: 7-4/2010-SEA-BSNL(Pt-I) Dated 24.07.2015 regarding the extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch as in the case of JAOs 40% quota (Deptl.) of the same batch. Director (HR) assured to looked into.

(3)   Request transfer cases in the Cadre of DGM(T)/AO/SDE:- We requested to consider the request transfer cases in the Cadre of DGM(T)/SDE/AO etc., He assured to look into the matter.

(4)   Casting of SDE seniority list No.9 for DE(T ) Promotions: We requested for the early issuance of list No 9 of SDE Seniority list. In this regard, we suggested that the provisional Seniority should be prepared as per the judgment pronounced by Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh, dated 25.08.2009, upheld by the Hon’ble High Court of Punjab and Haryana and also by the Apex Court (3 Judges Bench) on the basis of date of joining i.e., in respect of SDEs promoted up to 28.08.2015. We handed over the representations received various Circles regarding the recasting the Seniority List .9 on the basis of date of joining in pursuance with the Judgement of Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh, dated 25.08.2009. After detailed discussion,  Director (HR)  assured that the provisional Seniority List No 9 will be prepared after obtaining Legal Opinion.

(5)  Review the decision for the reversion of SDEs to JTOs:- We requested Director(HR) to review the decision for reversion of about 30 SDEs of 2001 recruited JTO batch promoted through LDCE 2007 passed and not to oppose the Review Petition filed in the Hon’ble Madras High Court against the reversion of SDE(T). We further pleaded that the case may be reviewed sympathetically and should be revisited w.r.t. the Stay Order from the Hon’ble CAT Madras on reversion and as per SDE-RR Column 12, Clause 5. Director (HR) assured that the issue will be settled in this week after consultation with the Legal Cell.  

24.02.2020 Details of the talks held between the CMD BSNL and the AUAB today.

The AUAB leaders were invited for talks by the CMD BSNL today. Com.P.Abhimanyu, GS, BSNLEU & Convenor, Com.Chandeswar Singh, GS, NFTE & Chairman, Com. S Siva Kumar, GS AIBSNLEA, Com.K.Sebastin, GS, SNEA, Com.B.C. Pathak, Treasurer, FNTO, Com.Suresh Kumar, GS, BSNL MS and Com.H.P. Singh, GS, BSNLOA, participated in the discussion.  Shri Arvind Vadnerkar, Director (HR) and Shri A.M.Gupta, GM (SR) were also present. Shri P.K. Purwar, CMD BSNL explained about the steps being taken by the Management for the maintenance of services after VRS and the efforts being taken for the monetization of assets. As regards the launching of BSNL's 4G service, he was not able to give any time line. He assured that all efforts are being taken to redress the grievances of the serving employees. The AUAB leaders expressed their serious concern over the delay in the launching of 4G service. They urged upon the CMD BSNL for immediate payment of the salary, contract workers wages and remittance of the deductions made from the salaries of the employees, to the concerned organizations. They also pointed out the lack of liaison between the AUAB and the Management on the question of improvement of services. Finally, the AUAB leaders also told the CMD BSNL that the Management should give up it’s intolerance even for peaceful agitations like Dharna, Hunger strike, etc. The CMD BSNL assured that the concerns of the AUAB would be taken care of. 

22.02.2020 AUAB decides to powerfully organise the Hunger Strike on 24.02.2020, at the Corporate Office, Circle and SSA headquarters.

A meeting of the AUAB was held today. The meeting reviewed the developments in connection with the notice for agitation, already issued by the AUAB, demanding settlement of the grievances of the employees, as well as the revival of BSNL. The meeting observed that, the Management is not prepared to settle even the barest minimum of the demands, i.e., payment of salary, as well as the immediate remittance of the deductions already made from the Salaries of the employees, on account of GPF, Bank Loan EMI, Society dues, LIC premium, Union / Association Subscription amount, etc., to the concerned organisations. Further, the meeting also noted with regrets that, except retrenching around 80,000 employees under VRS, the BSNL Management has not taken any step for the revival of BSNL, as envisaged in the Revival Plan approved by the Union Cabinet on 23.10.2019, including the launching of BSNL’s 4G service.

 

Hence, after detailed discussion, the meeting unanimously decided to powerfully organise the hunger strike programme on 24.02.2020.  

 

All the Circle Secretaries, CHQ Office Bearers, District Secretaries, Circle Office bearers and CWC Members are requested to co-ordinate with the constituent Unions/Associations of AUAB and make the Programme a grand Success.        

21.02.2020 CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL PRINCIPAL BENCH, New Delhi, pronounced Judgement in OA No.892/2016 (AIBSNLEA Vs BSNL) AND OA No.1867/2016 on 5^th January 2020 regarding  the fixation of Pay under F.R.22(1)(a)(i)  in respect of erstwhile Officiating JTOs. <<<Click here for the Judgement>

20.02.2020 Hearty Congratulations! BSNL CO issued orders for shifting of Head Quarters from Bangaluru to Chennai for Core-Net Work South (STR &STP). GS,AIBSNLEA requested CMD BSNL and all the Board of Directors for the retention of Head Quarters of Core-Net Work South (STR &STP) at Chennai.

We extend our sincere thanks to CMD BSNL and all the Board of Directors for consideration of the request of AIBSNLEA for the retention of Core-Net Work South (STR &STP) at Chennai. <<<Click here for order>>> <<<Click here for AIBSNEA Letter>>>

20.02.2020Hearty Congratulations! BSNL CO issued Promotion and Posting orders of the Executives in the Grade of DGM(T) of Telecom Operation Stream on Purely Adhoc basis for 195 number of AGM Level Executives.<<<Click here for order>>> ANNEX-1, ANNEX-2, ANNEX-3 & ANNEX-4.

20.02.2020: All the Circle Secretaries are requested to furnish the following details immediately to email-Id gsaibsnlea@gmail.com

1. Sanctioned Posts in the Cadre of PA/PS/PPS in your Circle

2. Working Strength in the Cadre of PA/PS/PPS as on 01.02.2020

3. Vacant Posts in the Cadre of PA/PS/PPS as on 01.02.2020

20.02.2020 Meeting with PGM (Pers.) BSNL CO:

Today GS, AGS (F), Auditor/CHQ and Advisor (HQ) met PGM (Pers.) and discussed regarding:

(1)    Immediate promotions to all the disciplines considering the huge vacuum created due to VRS-2019: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Grades in many places the vacant posts are to be filled up on immediate basis to maintain the Vast BSNL Network fault free. We requested to conduct the CPCs immediately to the various Cadres wherever no Court Cases are pending. We further pleaded that since the Executives are drawing higher Scales than their Substantive Post through TBU under EPP, so just by giving re-designation, promotions can be effected. We requested the PGM (Pers.) to evolve a Policy for giving Promotions by giving designation change wherever required instead of Look after arrangement. PGM (Pers.) mentioned that he has already discussed the issue with Director (HR) and CMD BSNL. However, he assured that the Management will find out the solution soon after the approval of the Restructuring Plan by the BSNL Board.

(2)   Extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch: GS handed over the letter to the PGM (Pers.) regarding request to issue amendment to BSNL CO letter No: 7-4/2010-SEA-BSNL(Pt-I) Dated 24.07.2015 regarding the extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch as in the case of JAOs 40% quota (Deptl.) of the same batch. He assured to consider the case.

(3)   Request transfer cases in the Cadre of DGM(T)/AO/SDE:- We requested to consider the request transfer cases in the Cadre of DGM(T)/SDE/AO etc., He assured to look into the matter.

(4)   Casting of SDE seniority list No.9 for DE (T ) Promotions: We requested for the early issuance of list No 9 of SDE Seniority list. In this regard, we suggested that the provisional Seniority should be prepared as per the judgment pronounced by Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh, dated 25.08.2009, upheld by the Hon’ble High Court of Punjab and Haryana and also by the Apex Court (3 Judges Bench) on the basis of date of joining i.e., in respect of SDEs promoted up to 28.08.2015. The matter was discussed in detail and the PGM (Pers.) assured that the provisional Seniority List No 9 will be prepared as per the Judgement pronounced by the Hon’ble CAT Chandigarh. 

(5)  Review the decision for the reversion of SDEs to JTOs:- We requested PGM (Pers.) to review the decision for reversion of about 30 SDEs of 2001 recruited JTO batch promoted through LDCE 2007 passed and not to oppose the Review Petition filed in the Hon’ble Madras High Court against the reversion of SDE(T). We further pleaded that the case may be reviewed sympathetically and should be revisited w.r.t. the Stay Order from the Hon’ble CAT Madras on reversion and as per SDE-RR Column 12, Clause 5. PGM (Pers.) mentioned that the case has been sent to Legal Wing for the Legal Opinion.  

19.02.2020 Meeting with Director (Finance) BSNL Board:

Yesterday on 18.02.2020 GS and AGS met Director (Finance) and discussed regarding:

(1)     Disbursement of salary for the Month of Jan., 2020 and the Non-remittance of recoveries made from the salaries of VRS Optees: We expressed our serious concern regarding the non-disbursement of Salary for the month of January, 2020 and Non-remittance of recoveries made from the salaries of VRS Optees viz. MOU Bank Loan, Society etc., Director (Finance) informed that BSNL Management is trying their best to obtain the Loans from various banks. However, he assured that the payments in respect of MOU Bank Loan, Society, Maintenance exp. and Contract Labour payments will be paid from the day-to-day collections.

(2)     Non remittance of the GPF deductions made from the Salaries of the BSNL employees, who retired on 31.01.2020 on Superannuation: We brought to the notice of Director (Finance) regarding Non remittance of the GPF deductions made from the Salaries of the BSNL employees, who retired on 31.01.2020 on Superannuation from the month of May’ 2019 to Oct’ 2019 to the concerned CCAs resulting in non-settlement of GPF final payment. Director (Fin.) immediately spoken to Sr.GM (CBB) over phone and directed to release the payment immediately.

(3)    Immediate promotions to all the Grades and Streams considering the post VRS Scenario: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Grades in many places to be filled up on immediate basis to maintain the BSNL Vast Network fault free. We requested to conduct the CPCs immediately to the various Cadres wherever no Court Cases are pending. We further pleaded that since the Executives are drawing higher Scales than their Substantive Post through TBU under EPP, so just by giving re-designation, promotions can be effected. We strongly oppose any local Look-after arrangements instead of Regular Promotions. Director (Fin.) mentioned that he will discuss the issue with the CMD BSNL and the Director (HR) and appropriate action will be taken soon.

19.02.2020 Meeting with Sr.GM (CBB) BSNL CO:

Today GS, AGS, Advisor (HQ) and Auditor/CHQ met Sr.GM(CBB) and discussed regarding:

Non remittance of the GPF deductions made from the Salaries of the BSNL employees, who retired on 31.01.2020 on Superannuation:- About the remittance of GPF deductions made from the Salaries of the BSNL employees, who retired on 31.01.2020 on Superannuation from the month of May’ 2019 to Oct’ 2019 to the concerned CCAs, Sr.GM(CBB) informed that as per the instructions of CMD BSNL and Director (Finance), necessary instructions has been issued to the ERP Core Team to process the cases for payment and the funds will be released soon accordingly.

Regarding other recoveries made from the Salaries of VRS Optees viz. MOU Bank Loan, Society and SAB Contribution etc., Sr.GM (CBB) informed that the MOU Bank Loan recoveries, LIC recoveries up to Jan., 2020 and also some funds towards Contract Labour payments and Mtce., exp., have been released.

Regarding remittance of SAB Contribution in respect of VRS optees, Sr.GM(CBB) assured that it will be released shortly.

The Sr.GM (CBB) further mentioned that the Society recoveries made from the Salaries of VRS optees will be remitted very shortly and VRS optees will not face any hardship further.

19.02.2020: GS Writes to

The Director (HR) BSNL Board regarding Request for extension of option for Pay Fixation in respect of JAOs (Departmental) (10% Quota) of 2010 Batch. <<<Click here for letter>>>

19.02.2020: GS Writes to  

The PGM (Pers.), BSNL Corporate Office regarding the representation received from Shri  V.B. Parwar, SDE (TF), HR  No. 198300023 TF Mumbai in respect of  recasting the Seniority in feeder cadre of JTO(TF) qualified for promotion to next higher cadre of AE/SDE(TF) in pursuance to the Judgment and orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court passed in Civil Appeal No. 4389 of 2010.  <<<Click here for letter>>>

18.02.2020: GS Writes to

Shri.P.K. Purwar, CMD BSNL regarding Non-remittance of the GPF deductions made from the Salaries of the BSNL employees, who retired on 31.01.2020 on Superannuation, from the month of May’ 2019 to Oct’ 2019 to the concerned CCAs. <<<Click here for letter>>>

18.02.2020: GS Writes to

(1)The Director (Finance), BSNL Board regarding request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of JAO <<<Click here for letter>>>

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

(a)Representation received from Shri  Pritam Chand, DGM (Finance) HR No. 198002393 regarding  promotion from DGM (Regular) to Joint GM (NF) in Telecom Finance

(b) Representation received from Shri  M.J. Saida PS to CE ( C) HR No. 199800526

regarding continuation for another one year in BSNL Telangana Circle.

 <<<Click here for letter>>>

17.02.2020: GS Writes to Shri P. K. Purwar, CMD BSNL regarding request for Promotion in all Streams/Grades in BSNL on ‘Regular Basis’ instead of ‘Look After arrangement’ from among the Executives already working in Higher Scales without any financial implications- <<<Click here for letter>>>

16.02.2020: BSNL Corporate Office issued guidelines for annual renewal of GTI Scheme w.e.f. 01.03.2020  Window  will be opened in ERP from 12.02.2020 to 17.02.2020 for change of option (i) for new entry or (ii) for withdrwal<<< Click here for letter>>>

12.02.2020: GS Writes to Shri Arvind Vadnerkar,Director (HR), BSNL Board regarding  Breach of Service Bond Agreement- Undue pressure given by the Circle Admin of A&N Circle to DR JTOs of 2017 batch for extension of Bond Agreement from 2 years to 5 years<< Click here for letter>>>

12.02.2020: BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions regarding review and validation of entries in SAP in respect of VRS optees.<< Click here for letter>>>

12.02.2020: BSNL Corporate Office issued Guidelines regarding  Merger of Non Territorial Circles << Click here for letter>>>

12.02.2020: GS Writes to

(a)The Director (HR), BSNL Board regarding  request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of AGM/DE << Click here for letter>>>

(b)The PGM (Pers.), BSNL Corporate office regarding  request for transfer / posting / cancellation / retention in the cadre of DM << Click here for letter>>>

12.02.2020: BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions for the issuance of LPC to the VRS Retirees to facilitate the process of Pensions cases by the CCAs.<<< Click here for letter>>>

11.02.2020:GS Writes to Shri Anshu Prakash, IAS, Secretary to Govt. of India, Deptt. of Telecom., Sanchar Bhawan regarding  Employees recruited by the DoT prior to 01.10.2000 and joined duty after the formation of BSNL– request to treat them as DoT recruited and absorbed in BSNL, w.r.t. Hon’ble High Court of Kerala judgement dt. 13.11.2019 <<< Click here for letter>>>

11.02.2020:Meeting with CMD BSNL:

GS and AGS met CMD BSNL, Shri P.K. Purwar and discussed regarding:-

1. Disbursement of Salary- We expressed our serious concern regarding the non-disbursement of Salary for the month of December, 2019 and January, 2020. CMD informed that BSNL Management is trying their best efforts to obtain the Loans from various banks and letter has also been written to the Secretary (T) DOT in this regard. He further hoped that  we will get the loans very soon and able to disburse the salary.

2. Drawl of Provisional Pension on the basis of LPC:- CMD BSNL mentioned that necessary discussion in this regard has been taken place with the Member (Finance) and he has agreed to draw the Provisional Pension to the VRS Retirees till date the pension papers are processed. He further mentioned that the BSNL Management will furnish the LPC details to the concerned CCAs with in a day or two. Hence we expect that the Pension orders will be issued shortly from the concerned CCAs.

3. Disbursement of First Instalment of Ex-gratia amount to the VRS retirees:- CMD informed that as approved by the Union Cabinet, the first instalment of Ex-gratia amount will be disbursed before 31^st March, 2020.

11.02.2020: Meeting with Director (HR) BSNL Board:

1. Payment of Leave Encashment:- Director (HR) mentioned that Leave Encashment will be paid in the first week of March 2020 after the adjustment of the outstanding dues of loans from the Banks/ Societies.

2. Immediate promotions to all the Grades and Streams considering the post VRS scenario: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Grades in many places to be filled up on immediate basis to maintain the BSNL Vast Network. We requested to conduct the CPCs immediately to the various Cadres wherever no Court Cases are pending. We further pleaded that since the Executives are drawing higher Scales than their Substantive Post through TBU under EPP, so just by giving re-designation, promotions can be effected. We strongly oppose any local Look-after arrangements. Director (HR) mentioned that the requirement is being working out and appropriate action will be taken in this regard very soon.

3. Review the decision of CVO against the Personal Court Cases:- Director (HR) informed that the case has already been referred to DOT for further clarification. He immediately contacted DDG (Estt.) DOT Shri S.K. Jain over phone and requested for the early issuance of the clarification.

4. HR Plan:- Director (HR) mentioned that the HR Plan is under final stage and it will be approved soon and accordingly it will be implemented.

5. Immediate arrangement of posting of DGMs and AGMs in Corporate Office in vacant positions:- Director (HR) mentioned that the immediate requirement is being taken care of and orders will be issued shortly.

11.02.2020: Meeting with Director (Finance) BSNL Board:

1. Disbursement of Salary- Director (Finance) mentioned that Rs.940 Cr is required for December 2019 Salary and Rs.530 Cr is required for the clearance of loans of Banks and Societies. From our monthly collections we have made Rs.713 Cr towards GPF payment for the VRS retirees, Rs.200 Cr for GST Payments, Rs.650 Cr for Bank Loans (Principal/Interest) and Rs.200 Cr towards TDS payment. Hence for the disbursement of Salary for the Months of Dec., 2019 and Jan., 2020, we have depend on Bank Loans only. BSNL Management expected the Bank Loans before 31^st Jan., 2020 but we are not getting the loans in time. In addition to that the Board meeting of the Banks scheduled to be held on 5^th Feb., 2020 has also been postponed. However, BSNL Management is trying to obtain the Loans from various banks. He further mentioned that the CMD also written a letter to the Secretary (T) DOT in this regard.

2. Drawl of Provisional Pension on the bases of LPC:- CMD BSNL mentioned that necessary discussion in this regard has been taken place with the Member (Finance) and he has agreed to draw the Provisional Pension to the VRS Retirees till date the pension papers are processed. He further mentioned that the BSNL Management will furnish the LPC details to the concerned CCAs with in a day or two. Hence we expect that the Pension orders will be issued shortly from the concerned CCAs.

3. Disbursement of First Instalment of Ex-gratia amount to the VRS retirees:- Director (Finance) informed that as approved by the Union Cabinet, the first instalment of Ex-gratia amount will be disbursed before 31^st March, 2020.

4. Payment of Leave Encashment:- Director (Finance) mentioned that before the payment of Leave Encashment, all the Bank Loans/ Societies recoveries will be paid to the concerned Banks/Societies so that the NOC can be issued and after the adjustment of the outstanding dues of loans from the Banks/ Societies the Leave Encashment will be paid.

10.02.2020: Status of Additional Increment Case under EPP:-

Additional Increment case under EPP vide WP(C) 9237/2018 and CM No 35671/2018 DOT Vs AIBSNLEA came up for hearing today in Hon’ble High Court Delhi. The Petitioner DOT’s Counsel informed that as per the direction of the Hon’ble High Court Delhi, he will submit the decision of the Petitioner’s meeting with BSNL held on 29.09.2019. Hon’ble Court has given two weeks time for submitting the decision. The Respondent AIBSNLEA’s Counsel argued that time has to be given for  filing the Counter. Hon’ble Court granted time and posted the case for next hearing for 19^th May, 2020.  GS and AGS(F) attended the Court today.   

07.02.2020: AUAB Served Notice for Agitational  Programme

As per the decisions taken in AUAB meeting held on  06.02.2020, AUAB has served Notice for  Agitational programme to Secretary (Telecom ) and CMD BSNL.

                    

                          Programme

 

(1) Lunch hour demonstrations on 11.02.2020.

 

(2) Hunger strike at all levels on 24.02.2020.

 

<<< Click here for Notice >>>        

<<< Click here for AUAB Circular >>>

07.02.2020: AUAB decides to launch Agitational Programme.

A meeting of the AUAB was held on 6.2.2020 under the President ship of Com. Chandeswar Singh, Chairman. On behalf AIBSNLEA GS & AGS (Fin) attended the meeting. All the constituents of the AUAB attended the meeting. Com. P. Abhimanyu, Convenor welcomed all and briefed on the agenda for discussion. All the Post-VRS issues including non disbursement of Salary in time have been discussed in-depth and it was unanimously decided to launch Agitational Programme on the following Demands:-

(1) Immediate disbursement of salary for the months of December, 2019 & January, 

      2020, as well as prompt disbursement of salary every month.

(2) Immediate clearance of the dues, already deducted from the salaries of

     employees.

(3) Immediate launching of BSNL’s 4G service.

(4) Immediate granting of Sovereign Guarantee for issuing of bonds by BSNL.

(5) Immediate withdrawal of notices issued under FR 17 (A).

(6) No whimsical transfer of employees, consequent to the implementation of VRS

 

                     Action Programme:

 

(1) Lunch hour demonstrations on 11.02.2020

 

(2) Hunger strike at all levels on 24.02.2020

04.02.2020:  As requested by GS AIBSNLEA with Director (HR) and Director (Fin) on 28.01.2020 and 29.01.2020, BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions for the extension of obtaining NOC from Banks and Cooperative Societies from 07.02.2020 to 29.02.2020.

GS AIBSNLEA brought to the notice of the Director (HR) and Director (Fin) BSNL Board about the instructions issued by BSNL CO to the Circles vide Letter No:1-22/2019-PAT(BSNL) dt.17.01.2020 with the directions to the employees who are retiring VRS to settle the dues/loans and to obtain NOC from Banks and Co-operative Societies before 07.02.2020. We explained to the Director (HR) and Director (Fin) that the dues recovered from the Salary of the Employees towards MoU Bank Loans have been remitted to the concerned Banks up to November 2019 only and recoveries from the Salary of Dec., 2019 & Jan., 2020 are yet to be remitted. The dues recovered from the Salary of the Employees towards Society loans have not been remitted from May 2019 onwards and during the past one year, the Bank EMI recovered from the salary have been remitted belatedly to the concerned Banks for which penal interest is being charged by the Banks and the employees are compelled to bear the same. As per MoU, no interest shall be levied to Employees for the belated payments. Even if interest is due the same shall have to be borne by the BSNL and not by the employees, as there was no fault on their part. We requested Director (HR) and Director (Fin.) to make immediate arrangements to remit the amount recovered from the salary of employees to the concerned Banks/Societies so as to enable the employees to settle their loan account and obtain No Due Certificate on or before 07.02.2020 otherwise to extend the date for obtaining NOC. After detailed discussions with Director (Finance), Director (HR) and Sr.GM (Estt.) it has been assured that necessary clarifications in this regard will be issued shortly. Now the date of obtaining NOC has been extended from 07.02.2020 to 29.02.2020.

 

<<< Click here for earlier letter dt 17.01.2020 >>>        

<<< Click here for clarification letter dt 31.01.2020 >>>

03.02.2020: BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions for Relaxation in CM-S&D Policy-2018 for appointment of Retired BSNL Employee as Franchisee for vacant territories under CM-S&D Policy-2018.

<<< Click here for  letter >>>

31.01.2020: AIBSNLEA SALUTES ALL THE RETIRING COMRADES!

Dear Comrades!

You are retiring today from the services of BSNL and ready to start the second innings of your life from 1^st February 2020 onwards. AIBSNLEA CHQ salutes all the retiring comrades & remembering their unblemished services and their excellent contribution to DOT and BSNL as well as AIBSNLEA.

AIBSNLEA CHQ Wishes You all a very Happy, Healthy, Wealthy, Contended and peaceful life after retirement. 

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.

31.01.2020:3rd  CEC meeting of Himachal Pradesh Circle held on 25th January 2020 at Manali.

3rd CEC meeting of Himachal Pradesh Circle was organized on 25th January 2020 at the Conference Hall of Hotel Laurant & Banon Resort, Manali. The Open Session of the CEC Meeting was attended by Com. S.Sivakumar, GS alongwith Com. Devesh Sharma, Org.Secy. (North),Com. Rajpal Sharma, AGS(F) and Com. Dinesh Kumar ,Advisor (HQ) from AIBSNLEA CHQ side . Shri Sudarshan Kumar, TDM Kullu was the Special Guest. Theme of the Open Session was “Roadmap and Future of BSNL after VRS”.

 

All the distinguished guests were honoured by presenting Himachali Caps, Shawls and Flower Bouquets.

DS Kullu Com. Premchand Premi delivered welcome address.

Circle President HP Circle Com. Hansraj Thakur welcomed all and explained about the financial status of HP Circle. He focused on the need of grabbing the Civil/Electrical work from external agencies and revenue enhancement by EB/FTTH.

 

Com. Rakesh Chopra, Advisor CHQ in his address welcomed all in the Hotel Laurant & Banon Resort, Manali and praised GS for the support extended by him.

 

Com. Dinesh Kumar Advisor (HQ) in his address appreciated the theme of the Open Session i.e. “Roadmap and Future of BSNL after VRS”. He appreciated GS for his hard work to safe guard the interest of the members of AIBSNLEA.

 

Com. Rajpal Sharma AGS(F) CHQ in his address mentioned about the short term and long term plans to be proposed by M/s Deloittee . He told that Management has itself not honoured its own decision regarding merger of Circles. He also condemned the step motherly treatment by the ITS Officers to BSNL employees.

 

Com. Devesh Sharma, Organizing Secretary (North) CHQ in his address congratulated the HP comrades for their excellent spirit for providing the Services in the hilly areas. He told that the HP Circle is a very important Circle for BSNL as well as for AIBSNLEA. He congratulated the Himachal Pradesh Comrades for their historic victory in the membership verification. He congratulated the CS AIBSNLEA HP Circle for his tremendous efforts for enhancing the membership. He made hope that after VRS if we fully utilize our resources then we can make BSNL flourish. He appealed to all the comrades to extend their fullest support and participation to make the future Organizational calls successful.

 

Com. Rakesh Dhiman, Circle Secretary AIBSNLEA Himachal Pradesh, in his key note address welcomed all for the 3rd CEC meeting of Himachal Pradesh Circle at Manali. He thanked GS AIBSNLEA for his persistent efforts and conveyed his sincere thanks to Com. GS for raising the issues of all the Wings. He described the achievements of AIBSNLEA HP Circle in his report.  He assured that if Management provides full support then the Executives' of Himachal Pradesh Circle will be committed for making BSNL, a Vibrant Organization. Com CS also raised the need of resolvement of the problems associated with the GPF payments to the Employees, Pending Confirmation of NTR Executives issue, SDE to DE DPC, CPSU Cadre Hierarchy, need of Space Audits and Energy Audits, Pay fixation of 10% JAOs, strengthening of the Sales and Marketing Wings and need to motivate the employees etc. At last he thanked all for attending the Open Session and congratulated all for the grand success of the Open Session.

 

Shri Sudarshan Kumar, TDM Kullu in his address mentioned the importance of the Unity among all and associations. He mentioned that the BSNL’s revival is a prime concern for all of us and advised to earn from the infrastructure of our beloved Company to strengthening it. He advised to change the mindset and to avoid the out sourcing of Core Key Net Work areas maintenance. He also emphasized on Tower sharing and FTTH Services.

 

On the occasion of the Open Session the message conveyed by Hon'ble Chief Guest Shri P. K. Jain, CGMT HP Circle was read before the House. He extended his best wishes for the success of the Open Session.

 

Com. S Sivakumar, GS, AIBSNLEA congratulated the Comrades of Himachal Pradesh Circle for organizing the successful CEC meeting and thanked the comrades for inviting him. He appraised the house about the efforts of AIBSNLEA and AUAB for the viability of BSNL.  He further mentioned that AUAB demand of payment of Ex-Gratia to the VRS optees by the Govt. from Budgetary support instead of raising Bonds by BSNL has also been accepted finally.He mentioned the role of BSNL in Natural Calamities and the Strategic importance of BSNL.

Com. GS mentioned that after post VRS the area of our priorities will be our legitimate due promotions and AIBSNLEA will peruse consistently. Immediate Promotions to all the Grades and Streams considering the Post-VRS Scenario should be done immediately. AIBSNLEA has already furnished the detailed suggestions to the BSNL Management for the maintenance of Vast Telecom Network fault free in post VRS. Circles should be merged wisely e.g. Chennai TD with Tamilnadu and CTD with WBTC. Com. GS opined that our in house resources and manpower should be optimum utilized in Core Network and maintenance of OFC areas  through Outsourcing may invite corruption and threat to the Nation Security.  Com. GS mentioned the meeting of AIBSNLEA with M/s Deloittee regarding the proposed Road Map for Man Power Planning, Restructuring of BSNL and maintenance of vast BSNL Net work fault free in the Post VRS and our suggestions for a healthy working atmosphere after VRS for the BSNL better survival which is a prime concern for all of us.

 

Com. GS apprised the house that AIBSNLEA has categorically demanded the Management that the Restructuring Plan and Man power Plan should be implemented simultaneously so as to maintain our vast Telecom Network, OFC and Telephone Exchanges fault free. AIBSNLEA CHQ has also written letters to Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, and Hon’ble Finance Minister 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 through 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 3rd PRC to BSNL Employees.

 

Com. GS informed about the important issues taken up by AIBSNLEA CHQ e.g. To review the decision for reversion of about 30 SDEs of 2001 recruited JTO batch promoted through LDCE 2007 passed, Withdrawal of ambiguous CDR IPMS Score Card for CFA Segment, Our strong protest against the withdrawal of the Cash award of Rs.3001/- under welfare scheme given to each employee on retirement, Casting of SDE (T) Seniority List no.9 as per the Hon’ble Chandigarh CAT order i.e., on the basis of Date of Joining,  CPSU Cadre Hierarchy, Due promotions in various Cadres/Wings, Pursuance for the Security of OFC Core Network by BSNL in house manpower, best and optimum utilization of renting of Towers/Buildings/OFC Networks and Monetization of Assets etc. Com. GS informed about the meeting with Hon’ble MoSF regarding the increase in limit of Income Tax exemption ceiling. He mentioned that the said meeting was arranged by our Com. Rakesh Dhiman, CS wherein we handed over a Memorandum to Shri Anurag Thakur ji, Hon'ble MoSF. AIBSNLEA has also written a letter to the Hon’ble MoF Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman Ji to increase the ceiling limit for the exemption of Income Tax from Rs.5 Lakh to Rs.50 Lakh in respect of Ex-gratia payment to BSNL VRS optees.

 

He mentioned that the daily cash collection of BSNL is around  Rs.40 Cr to 45 Cr and total monthly collection is around Rs.1400 Cr  but monthly expenditure is around Rs.2400 Cr. BSNL monthly Gross Salary Commitment is Rs.1350 Cr. (Net salary is Rs.850 Cr. and Deductions/recoveries is Rs.400 Cr.) Monthly Interest payable to Banks for the Loans availed is Rs.200 Cr. In addition to that Quarterly payment of Principle and interest payable to Banks towards the Loans obtained is about to Rs.450 Cr. to 650 Cr. Monthly, TDS (Income Tax) Payable is Rs.150 Cr. Monthly and GST Payable is Rs.200 Cr.

 

Com. GS told that the deficit of Rs.1000 Cr. is prevailing in BSNL for each and every month. He further hope that as per the discussion had with the CMD, the financial condition of BSNL will improve soon and we have to utilize the available resources viz, Core Telecom Network and generate the maximum Revenue. Only 13000 Towers were leased with other TSPs out of 70,000 BSNL Towers. We can earn at least Annual revenue to the tune of Rs.2500 Cr from leasing out of remaining Towers. Out of 8 Lakh Km. OFC Route, 20% can be utilized for sharing and we will get revenue of Rs.1500 Cr. annually from this front. Through Leasing out of Buildings/Assets also, we can earn Rs.1000 Cr. annually which now we are earning only Rs.160 Cr. BSNL Annual Salary Expenditure will be reduced from Rs.14,500 Cr to Rs.7000 Cr. Through moderate tariff increase also BSNL will get further revenue. CMD explained that by this way BSNL will get another Rs.12,500Cr additional Annual revenue and manage the deficit between the Annual Revenue and Expenditure. 

 

He further explained about the problems faced by the BSNL Management for the immediate launching of 4G and mentioned the assurance given by the CMD for the launching of the same during March 2020. Com GS hoped that within 2 years BSNL will definitely gain its original  pristine glory.

 

GS specifically mentioned that we will leave no stone unturned for the betterment and further growth of our AIBSNLEA and BSNL and he appealed to the Executives to come forward, work together and strive hard to meet the Challenges in the days to come. 

At the end of his address, Com. GS congratulated AIBSNLEA, Himachal Pradesh Circle for the successful conduct of the 3rd CEC at Manali.

 

Shri Rajendra Dhiman, FS, HP Circle delivered the vote of thanks.

Anchoring was done by Shri Rajendra Kumar SDE Hamirpur and Smt. Chandra Kiran, AO Solan  in an efficient and disciplined manner.

 

The Hall during the entire meeting was Jam Packed with mammoth gathering. 

 

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30.01.2020: Hearty Congratulations!

Transfer order has been issued to Com. Bhagwan Singh, AGS (HQ) to BSNL Corporate office

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30.01.2020:GS attended the Special General Body meeting of AIBSNLEA Trichy District Tamilnadu Circle on 20-01-2020.

The Special General Body meeting of AIBSNLEA  Trichy District was held on 20.01.2020  at Trichy under the President-ship of  Com K. Abdulsalam.   Com. K.G. Sasikumar , District Secretary honoured the GS Com S. Sivakumar by presenting Shawl. The General Secretary was honoured by our  Members Com P. Somasundaram and Com Jothivel by presenting shawl and thanked him for the timely action in the reversion case of LDCE passed SDEs.

Com. K.G. SasiKumar, DS Trichy in his welcome address  appreciated the General Secretary for his simplicity and accessibility even by any member or a District office bearer at any time when it is required. He thanked for his fastest action in persuasion of each and  every issue and for each and every cadre. He especially thanked for pursuing the reversion case of LDCE passed SDE to JTO in a timely manner which has created the great faith and confidence about AIBSNLEA in the minds of young Graduate Engineers. He thanked for sparing his precious time to address the grievance of the members in this crucial period where VRS is about to take place. He also expressed his confidence that under the leadership of General Secretary Com S.Sivakumar,  AIBSNLEA  will flourish and always safe guard the interest of the  members. He further mentioned  that all our members will   extend fullest cooperation in the betterment of BSNL at this juncture where we are going to face challenges in this tough competitive environment. The District Secretary appreciated   the active and fullest  presence  of General Secretary   in the Corporate Office and  addressing all the issues and grievances dynamically in timely manner.

Com S.Kamaraj, ACS ,Tamilnadu Circle in his elaborated speech narrated how the employees have taken a decision to opt for VRS. He told most of the employees opted for VRS with heavy heart only. He appealed that the young comrades should come forward and strives hard to revive the BSNL with much more contribution. He expressed his serious concern to take necessary steps for the betterment of BSNL. He further mentioned that BSNL will never diminish and bloom with flying colours soon.

Com Chandrasekar, CWC member in his precise speech explained that the need of the hour is BSNL has  to revive.  He expressed his confidence on our General Secretary and mentioned that he always takes all the issues in right time with the BSNL Management. He also told that the Veteran Leader Com S.Sivakumar is the man behind in the amalgamation of various leaders in the United Forum.

Com S.Sivakumar, General Secretary in his address briefed about the activities of the CHQ, regarding VRS, Revival Plan of BSNL,  various Agitational Programs conducted by the AUAB for the Revival of BSNL, other HR issues, various Court cases and its present status etc.,  He also briefed about the actions taken by the CHQ through the meetings with various officers of BSNL, DoT and various Ministries, Hon’ble MOC, Hon’ble MOS for finance directly related to BSNL Revival, Financial support and issue related to VRS. He further mentioned that AIBSNLEA has also written letters to Hon’ble Prime Minister, and Hon’ble Finance Minister 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 through 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 3rd PRC to BSNL Employees.

He further mentioned that for the last two years BSNL Unions and Associations conducted series of Struggles individually and jointly demanding implementation of 3rd PRC and settlement of other issues. But in due course the main focus of the AUAB has turned in to Revival of BSNL, Approval of Land Monetization, Bank Loans/Financial Assistance to BSNL.  Finally the demand of AUAB for allotment of 4G spectrum on free of cost, Land monetization for meeting the OPEX and CAPEX and Financial assistance for BSNL are approved by the Union Cabinet on 23.10.2019. VRS to BSNL employees is also one of the proposals of Revival Plan approved by the Union Cabinet. AUAB demand of payment of Ex-Gratia to the VRS optees by the Govt. from Budgetary support instead of raising Bonds by BSNL has also been accepted finally.

He explained about the details of discussion with the Management, Restructuring Committee and  Consultant Deloitee regarding proposed Road Map for Man Power Planning, Restructuring of BSNL, and maintenance of vast BSNL Net work in the Post VRS  fault free. He narrated about the BSNL’s presence and Services extended in the of National disaster like Tsunami, Floods, Torrential rain  etc.,  He further mentioned  that BSNL has shown keen interest and given top priority for extending Services to the esteemed Customers ignoring the expenditure incurred during the Natural Calamities. He further mentioned  that  BSNL is the only TSP  providing Services  in  LWE/ Far flung /Rural/Tribal/Hilly/NE-I/NE-II areas,  and  incurring huge expenditure including Spectrum charges towards the  Transponders for Radio Spectrum.  But no compensation was given by the Govt/DoT for the services provided in these areas. He explained that till 2010 BSNL was in Profit. He  explained  that BSNL continuous  losses was not only due to Salary expenditure of the employees but due  to withdrawal of Access Deficit charges and IUC  to the tune of Rs.4000 Cr  per Annum  by the Govt. from 2011 onwards against agreed Policies.  He further mentioned that the entry of JIO during Sep-2016 and prevailing Telecom Sectors low tariffs also one of the reason for the loss of BSNL.  BSNL is the Strategic Sector which is always serving for the National interest and safeguard the interest of common people and the Nation.

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.f. from 1.1.2017 till 3rd PRC is implemented in BSNL.  AIBSNLEA also submitted a memorandum in this regard to the Hon’ble MOSC. He further mentioned that AIBSNLEA has sought various clarifications from the Secretary (T) and CMD BSNL regarding VRS-2019. AIBSNLEA has also written a letter to the Hon’ble Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman Ji to increase the ceiling limit for the exemption of Income Tax from Rs.5 Lakh to 50 Lakh.

He also told provisional pension will be paid to the VRS optees on the basis of the LPC and Leave encashment will be settled. He also informed the House about the assurance given by the CMD to settle all the outstanding deductions including salary will be paid before 31.1.2020 to the VRS optees. He told that BSNL Management is trying their best for the arrangement of loans  from banks to settle the outstanding  payment/bills in respect of employees/Vendors/Contractual Labourers. He hoped that the Financial Stability of BSNL will improve and the pending wages of Contractual Labours/Vendors bills will be paid probably by Feb 2020 as committed by the Management..

He mentioned  that the daily collection is  around 40 Cr to 45 Cr  but monthly expenditure is about 2400 Cr. He told that the deficit of 1000 Cr is prevailing in BSNL for each and every month. He hoped that as per the discussion had with the CMD BSNL, financial condition of BSNL will improve soon.  CMD BSNL mentioned that we have to utilize the available resources viz, Core Telecom Network and generate the maximum Revenue. Only 13000 Towers were leased with other TSPs out of 70,000 BSNL Towers. We can earn at least Annual revenue to the tune of Rs.2500 Cr from leasing out of remaining Towers. Out of 8 Lakh Kms OFC Route, 20% can be utilized for sharing and we will get revenue of Rs.1500 Cr. annually from this front. Through Leasing out of Buildings/Assets also, we can earn Rs.1000 Cr. Annually. BSNL Annual Salary Expenditure will be reduced from Rs.14,500 Cr to Rs.7000 Cr. After VRS. Through  moderate tariff increase also, BSNL will get further revenue. CMD explained that by this way BSNL will get another Rs.12,500Cr. additional Annual revenue and manage the deficit between the Annual Revenue and Expenditure. Hence we will hope that BSNL will earn operating profit and regain its original glory within a year which was assured by our CMD

He explained  in detail about the  status of various Court cases and Promotions in the cadre of JT.GM)/DGM(T)/DE/SDE/CAO/PS and Civil/Electrical/Factory/Architect wings He also mentioned that reversion case of LDCE passed SDE to JTO has been addressed by our association and is in progress.

He expressed his serious concern for the maintenance of Primary cables and the need for outsourcing the maintenance activity. He also explained that if only Secondary cables are given for outsourcing maintenance  then it is very much difficult to isolate  the fault  i.e.,  whether it is in Primary cables or in Secondary cables. He expressed his concern in security of giving AMC for MDF as this is very much vital. AMC charges for MPLS VPN equipments have to be reduced as per the requirement in most possible ways.

He explained about the problems faced by the BSNL Management for the immediate launching  of 4G spectrum and assurance given by the CMD for the launching of the same during March 2020. He further hoped that BSNL will earn operating profit and regain its original glory within a year which was assured by our CMD.

He also told that our association will insist for the 100% IDA merger as on 1.1.2007 till such time 3^rd PRC is implemented in BSNL to motivate the prevailing employees who are going to elevate BSNL to greater heights. He also told provisional pension will be paid to the VRS optees.

He assured  that AIBSNLEA will strive hard for the betterment of BSNL and for the betterment of the employees and always safe guard the interest of the Executives.

Com. Rengaprasad delivered vote of thanks. He mentioned that the General Secretary’s speech given confidence just like a light at the end of the tunnel to all the members who attended the meeting. <<<Click here for glimpses>>>>

29.01.2020: FR 22 (I) (a) (1) Pay Fixation case in respect of erstwhile Officiating JTOs vide  O.A/100/892/2016  came up for hearing  today (29.1.2020)  in the  Hon’ble PB CAT, New Delhi. Due to paucity of time,  the case could not be heared  and posted  for  next  hearing  on 04.02.2020. GS, attended the  Hon’ble  PB CAT, Delhi today.

29.01.2020: BSNL Corporate office issued Order
(a) Breads (BSNL Retired Employee Associate Distributor Sales) Policy, 2020 under CM-S&D policy.<<<Click here for letter>>>

28.01.2020: GS attended the 6th CEC Meeting of the AIBSNLEA, Kerala Circle held at Ernakulam on 18.01.2020

Sixth Circle Executive Committee Meeting of AIBSNLEA Kerala Circle was held  at HOTEL ABAD PLAZA , MG Road  Ernakulam on 18.01.2020 under the President-ship of Com.Vijayakumar, Circle President. DS, Ernakulam welcomed the gathering.

Com. Shaji, CS, Kerala, in his address appreciated the role of AIBSNLEA  CHQ in uniting all the Associations and Unions under the umbrella of AUAB and elaborated the pending issues to be settled like the erroneous pay fixation of erstwhile O-JTOs in   the light of the latest  Corporate office letter No Ltr  No : 3-2/2010/2019/Estt-IV dated 21-11-2019  and the latest clarification letter  NO.3-8/2010/2019/Estt-IV New Delhi Dated 09-01-2020 from BSNL CO  New Delhi ,  HR integration of finance wing of Kerala Circle with HR wing under GM (HR/Admn) without any clarity of procedures to be followed  etc.,  He thanked the CHQ  for inclusion of suggestions given by the Kerala Circle in the discussion had with the BSNL Management and Consultant M/s Deloitte regarding proposed Road Map for Man Power Planning, Restructuring of BSNL, and maintenance of vast BSNL Net work fault free in the Post VRS.

Com. Pushparajan, AFS/CHQ  and Com.Krishnamohan, Adviser/CHQ also addressed the CEC. All the District Secretaries have actively participated in the discussions and expressed their concern about the future of BSNL and young BSNL recruited Executives.

GS, AIBSNLEA and Dynamic Leader Com.Sivakumar addressed the house on the Pre/Post VRS scenarios of BSNL and explained the road map of BSNL revival. He narrated AIBSNLEA’s relentless efforts at CHQ level for the betterment of BSNL service and to settle down HR issues very favourable to executives.

 GS explained about the HR issues in detail and the current status of Promotions in the cadre of DGM(T), SDE, PA/PS, AO to CAO, Electrical/Civil/Telecom Factory & Architect wings 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 of AIBNLEA only 13000 Promotion orders issued for various disciplines and assured that AIBSNLEA will always safe guard the interest of the Executives.

  He further explained about the below mentioned issues discussed by the AIBSNLEA in the scheduled Agenda meeting held on 09.01.2020 with the Director(HR) BSNL Board in the presence of concerned GMs in Corporate Office.

1. To review the decision for reversion of about 30 SDEs of 2001 recruited JTO batch promoted through LDCE 2007 passed and not to oppose the Review Petition filed in the Hon’ble Madras High Court against the reversion of SDE(T). Director (HR) assured the case will be reviewed sympathetically and will be revisited w.r.t., the Stay order from the Hon’ble Court on reversion and as per SDE-RR Column 12, Clause 5.

 2. Withdrawal of ambiguous CDR IPMS Score Card for CFA Segment.

 3. Review the decision of CVO for withholding the VC for VRS optees against whom Personal Court Case (other than Departmental) is to be withdrawn since the order is violating the existing DOP&PW instructions otherwise VRS Option for such employees should not be accepted. Director (HR) discussed the matter with the Vigilance Team and Sr.GM (Estt.) and mentioned that it will be discussed and decided in MC meeting.

4.  We strongly protested against the withdrawal of the Cash award of Rs.3001/- under welfare scheme given to each employee on retirement. Director (HR) mentioned that a considerable amount is involved on this measure. We suggested some alternative arrangement like recharge coupons equal to that amount. CMD appreciated our suggestion and agreed to look into the alternative for Gift STV of Rs.1699 Annual Plan instead of Cash Award.

 5. We requested to consider relaxation in marks in respect of JTO LICE held on 26.05.2019 due to 22 out of Syllabus Questions resulting in poor Pass percentage and render justice to the affected Candidates. Director (HR) after gone through our letter written in this regard assured to look into.

   6. Immediate Promotions to all the Grades and Streams considering the Post-VRS Scenario: Considering the huge vacuum created in almost all the Grades in many places vacant posts to be filled up immediately to maintain the BSNL Vast Network fault free. We pleaded that since the Executives are drawing higher Scales through TBU under EPP than their Substantive Post, so just by giving re-designation, promotions can be effected. We strongly opposed any local Look-after arrangements. Director (HR) mentioned to look into the matter as per requirement.

    7. Casting of SDE (T) Seniority List no.9 as per the Hon’ble Chandigarh CAT order i.e., on the basis of Date of Joining.

He mentioned about the letter given to the Secretary (Telecom) regarding the allotment of USOF Projects to BSNL on Nomination Basis and the discussion regarding this matter with Secretary (T) on 03.01.2020.  

He mentioned that for the last two years BSNL Unions and Associations conducted series of struggles individually and jointly demanding implementation of 3^rd PRC and settlement of other issues. But in due course the main focus of the AUAB has turned in to Revival of BSNL, Approval of Land Monetization, Bank Loans/Financial Assistance to BSNL. Considering these facts, accepting VRS was a wise decision and hence opted by most of the Employees. Of course, the employees are leaving BSNL with heavy heart, but with fond hope/good intention that BSNL will be revived with the existing employees. He briefed about the recently conducted Central Office bearers/CP/Circle Secretaries meeting held at Delhi and the speech delivered by the CMD BSNL more than a hour and the deliberations took place in the meeting regarding  proposed Road Map for Man Power Planning, Restructuring of BSNL, and maintenance of vast BSNL Net work fault free in the Post VRS. He also explained about the responsibility of the Executives in the post VRS scenario and to work hard to make BSNL viable and profitable.

He explained about the suggestions given by the AIBSNLEA and details of discussion  had with the Management, Restructuring Committee and  Consultant M/s Deloitte regarding proposed Road Map for Man Power Planning, Restructuring of BSNL, and maintenance of vast BSNL Net work fault free in the Post VRS. Focus was given on short term measures, i.e., how we can maintain our vast Telecom Network from 01.02.2020 with the reduced staff strength and available resources in the post-VRS Scenario. We have categorically told that Restructuring Plan and Man power Plan should be implemented simultaneously so as to maintain our vast Telecom Network, OFC and Telephone Exchanges fault free. Post VRS deployment of Executives to the field units should be smooth with barest minimum disturbance and the deployment to the field units should be completed at the earliest i.e., before second week of Jan., 2020 so that the newly posted Executives will get some time to familiarize with the System and Network as well as to maintain the Telecom Network fault free. Administrative Offices should be manned with minimum Executives having sufficient field exposure. The Services of the experts, well experienced and skilled employees going on VRS can be availed on contract basis. The office as well as field work is going to be affected badly due to reduction in staff strength in lieu of VRS-2019 which need to be arranged with the remaining work force as well as outsourcing with minimum expenditure so that the curtailment in employee cost may not increase the O&M expenditure. We explained about the shortage in DGM (T), DGM (Fin), CAO/AGM, JTO and TT cadres that will have impact after the VRS.

We also presented our views regarding merger of SSAs and Circles, drawback of present BA structure, Maintenance of CSC and Ccustomer relations, Manpower requirement, Marketing, Sales & Distribution Policy, motivation of staff etc., and also suggested that  downsizing of SSAs should be based on the Assets, Revenue, DELs and Geographical Area with full powers to the TDMs and TDEs.

He told that the deficit of 1000 Cr. is prevailing in BSNL for each and every month. He further hope that as per the discussion has with the CMD the financial condition of BSNL will improve soon CMD BSNL mentioned that we have to utilize the available resources viz, Core Telecom Network and generate the maximum Revenue. Only 13000 Towers were leased with other TSPs out of 70,000 BSNL Towers. We can earn at least Annual revenue to the tune of Rs.2500 Cr from leasing out of remaining Towers. Out of 8 Lakh OFC Route, 20% can be utilized for sharing and we will get revenue of Rs.1500 Cr. annually from this front. Through Leasing out of Buildings/Assets also, we can earn Rs.1000 Cr. annually which now we are earning only Rs.160 Cr. BSNL Annual Salary Expenditure will be reduced from Rs.14,500 Cr to Rs.7000 Cr.Through  Moderate tariff increase also BSNL will get further revenue.CMD explained that by this way BSNL will get another Rs.12,500Cr. additional Annual revenue and manage the deficit between the Annual Revenue and Expenditure. He further hoped that BSNL will earn operating profit and regain its original glory within a year which was assured by our CMD

He explained about the problems faced by the BSNL Management for the immediate launching  of 4G spectrum and assurance given by the CMD for the launching of the same during March 2020.

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.f. from 1.1.2017 till 3rd PRC is implemented in BSNL.  AIBSNLEA also submitted a memorandum in this regard to the Hon’ble MOSC. He further mentioned that AIBSNLEA has sought various clarifications from the Secretary (T) and CMD BSNL regarding VRS-2019. AIBSNLEA has also written a letter to the Hon’ble Smt.NirmalaSitaraman Ji to increase the ceiling limit for the exemption of Income Tax from Rs.5 Lakh to 50 Lakh.

He also told provisional pension will be paid to the VRS optees on the basis of the LPC and Leave encashment will be settled. He also informed the House about the assurance given by the CMD to settle all the outstanding deductions including salary will be paid before 31.1.2020 to the VRS optees.

He has made it clear that AIBSNLEA will keep up its identity and to continue to work to safeguard the interest of all the Executives and requested the Executives to  work hard to face the challenges and make BSNL viable and profitable.

Com.Krishnan KR DGM Retired from TCR BA , one of the strong pillars in the formation and development of AIBSNLEA has been honoured by presenting Shawl and memento.

A delicious  lunch was provided to the participants. The meeting came to an end with the vote of thanks by the District President, Ernakulam.

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23.01.2020: GS Writes to Shri. P. K. Purwar CMD, BSNL  regarding  

(a) Retention of the Head Quarters of CGM Core Network Tx-South at Chennai

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(b) Suggestions and Request for not to outsource the OFC Transmission/    Maintenance to maintain the Health and Security of the NLD Network <<<Click here for letter>>>

(a)Clarification on FAQs for Policy on outsourcing model issued on 22-12-19 <<<Click here for the Orders>>>

(b)Clarification and FAQs on Policy Guidelines for outsourcing of Operation and Maintenance of CSCs <<<Click here for the Orders>>>

22.01.2020: BSNL Corporate Office issued revised Timeline for submission of e-APAR <<<Click here for the letter>>>

22.01.2020: Meeting with Director (Finance), BSNL Board:

GS and AGS(F) met Director (Finance) today and discussed regarding disbursement of salary and other outstanding recoveries. Director (Finance) mentioned that BSNL Management is trying their best to settle all the outstanding payments including salary in respect of VRS Optees before 31.01.2020. He further mentioned that due to some queries raised by the Bank authorities there is some delay in sanctioning of loan to BSNL.

22.01.2020: AIBSNLEA demands increase of Income Tax Exemption from Rs. 5 Lakh to 50 lakh in respect of Ex-gratia to BSNL Employees opted for VRS.

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21.01.2020:GS Writes to The PGM (Pers.) BSNL Corporate Office regarding

(a)  Request for transfer in the cadre of SDE (T) on “Own Cost” from MH Circle to ITPC

(b) Request for transfer in the cadre of SDE (TF) from TF Mumbai to TF Section BSNL CO

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17.01.2020:GS Writes to The Director (HR),BSNL Board regardingNon-Grant of Time Bound Up-gradation in respect of Smt. Kalpana R. Deputy Manager [SDE (Civil)] HR No. 199211538 due with effect from 27.07.2019<<<Click here for letter>>>

16.01.2020:GS Writes to Shri P.K. Purwar CMD BSNL regarding giving promotions to the Executives on regular basis only instead of Look-after arrangement in all the streams immediately to motivate and boost up their Morale due to large number of Executives opted for VRS and lot of vacuum has been created to maintain the Telecom Network fault free and also to maintain the Administrative Offices efficiently.

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15.01.2020:BSNL CO issued orders regarding Organizational restructuring, Merger of Non-Territorial Circles and Guidelines for Merger

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