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Meeting with DIR (HR) : GS, FS AIBSNLEA along with AGS(HQ), OS AIGETOA met Director (HR) on 09.02.2016 following issues were discussed : 1. DE to DGM (Engineering)promotion : We expressed our serious concern against non-filling of the vacant DGM Posts. The CPC is being dragged on the pretext of pending court case whereas there is no stay on the issuance of promotion orders of DE to DGM (Engg). Director (HR) appreciated our concern and mentioned that a certain group of the SDEs/DEs have been sending representations/SMSs which has created confusions but however, the CPC is under consideration and shortly promotion orders will be issued for 217 DGM posts. 2. CPSU Cadre Hierarchy: DIR (HR) directed DGM (Pers) to have a meeting with the representatives United Forum of AIBSNLEA & AIGETOA and prepare a detailed presentation on CPSU cadre hierarchy for submission to CMD on 22ndFebruary 2016 and thereafter final discussions will be held on 25th February 2016 with the United Forum. 3. E2-E3 pay scale: On the pay scale issue, Director said that the file is with her and she directed GM (Establishment) to hold a meeting with United Forum of AIBSNLEA & AIGETOA. The meeting has been fixed on 16thFebruary 2016 at 15:00 hours wherein all the pending points will be discussed and showstoppers if any shall be taken care of. 4. In regard to 30% Superannuation Benefits to BSNL Recruited Employees, it was informed that the issue is in active consideration and it has been agreed in principle that benefits are to be extended. However the quantum and date of implementation is to be decided by the remuneration committee of BSNL Board which is likely to meet either on 22nd or 23rd of the February 2016. 5. Rule-8 transfer cases: The process for special recruitment in deficit circles has been expedited and GM recruitment is being posted exclusively so that the process can go in fast track mode. 6. Date of Effect of Implementation of Upgraded Pay Scales w.e.f. 01.10.2000 to the JTOs/SDEs Civil/Electrical/Arch/TF Engineering wings and PA/PS Cadre: Director (HR) assured further to discuss the matter with GM (Estt) for an early resolution. Director (HR) appreciated our concern and mentioned that these may be taken up with CMD BSNL for a decision on the same. 7. Restoration of LTC/Leave Encashment on LTC, HRA on 78.2 % instead of 68.8 percent fitment, Payment of 50% Medical claims without vouchers etc.: We requested for restoration of these benefits which were linked with the profit of BSNL and now that BSNL has shown operating profit, the benefits which were put on hold should be restored. From the above, it is very clear that though management has been giving assurances and trying to resolve the issues but HR managers down the line are perhaps creating hurdles on the way. We have decided to wait till February 29th 2016 for resolution and clarity on the issues. Thereafter, United Forum shall be once gain resuming the deferred agitation Program and this time nothing less than final orders will lead to withdrawal or deferment of the Program. We request members to be prepared for the decisive struggle if need arises in future. JS Deepak joins as new Telecom Secretary: We welcome and felicitate Shri JS Deepak, Ex Secretary (IT) on assuming as the high office of Chairman (Telecom Commission) and Secretary (Telecom) on 01.02.2016. We assure him our fullest co-operation. Meeting with GM (Pers) on CPSU Cadre Hierarchy: GS, FS, AGS (HQ) and OS CHQ, CS Delhi AIGETOA attended the meeting on 01.02.2016 called by GM (Pers) on the directions of Director (HR) passed in the meeting held on 27th January, 2016 to discuss the Khan Committee report on the CPSU Cadre Hierarchy. GM (Pers) informed that the file regarding CPSU hierarchy with issues to be addressed has already been put up to Director (HR) on 29th January 2016 itself as per the commitment given on 27th January 2016 to the united forum. All the issues raised by Pers Cell on the report of the committee were discussed in detail and consensus arrived in respect of most of the points. GM (Pers) further told that he will incorporate all the suggestions given by the united forum and examine the same to frame a flaw less CPSU cadre hierarchy based on the Khan committee report. TELEWAVE Page-11 JANUARY-2016