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31.07.2009 : We wish a happy retired life to the STS (Telecom) Officers retiring on superannuation on 31.07.2009. Click here for Order
31.07.2009 : We wish a happy retired life to the SDEs (Telecom)/PS retiring on superannuation on 31.07.2009. Click here for Order
31.07.2009 : We wish a happy retired life to the Officers of Civil wing retiring on superannuation on 31.07.2009. Click here for Order
31.07.2009 : We wish a happy retired life to the CAOs/Sr. AOs/AOs retiring on superannuation on 31.07.2009. Click here for Order
30.07.2009 : DPC for promotion from JAO to AO held up for want of Vigilance Clearance in respect of eligible JAOs. Letter from DPC Cell, BSNL CO     List of JAOs whose VCs are awaited
30.07.2009 : DOT issues clarification regarding retirement benefits in respect of Government service to persons dismissed/removed after their absorption in BSNL. Click here
29.07.2009: TRANSFER AND POSTING IN THE CADRE OF STS OF ITS GR "A"(TENURE)  Click Here for ORDER , 
27.07.2009: ANNUAL PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL REPORTS (APAR) IN PLACE OF ACRs FROM THE YEAR 2008-09 ONWORDS: Maintenance and Preparation of Annual Performance Reports-Communication of all enteries for fairness and transparency in public Administration -reg.  Click Here for ;-  Guidelines , 
25.07.2009: PROMOTION TO STS ON REGULAR BASIS :- ACRs for the last five years from 2004-05 to 2008-09 along with VCR  were called for by BSNL CO to regularize adhoc DETs to Regular DETs       . Note: All theCSs /DSs/Circle/Division Office bearers are here by requested to  pursue with Circle Administration so that it should reach the BSNL Corporate office as per the time schedule. Click Here for Circle Wise list ;-   Covering letter  , LIST-1  , LIST-2   , LIST-3  ,  LIST-4LIST-5.
25.07.2009: ERRORS AND OMISSIONS IN THE SENIORITY OF DET(ADHOC) :- Seniority list of Officers working as STS on adhoc basis- Errors and Omissions -regarding. Note: All theCSs are here by requested to give the vide publicity and pursue with Circle Administration so that Errors and Omissions if any should reach the BSNL Corporate office on or before 31/08/2009 Click Here for ;-  LIST-1  , LIST-2   , LIST-3  ,  LIST-4
25.07.2009: Discontinuation of existing procedure of holding Accounts for JTO (Civil/Electrical) and Conducting "training cum Examination for  Accounts for JTO(Civil/Electrical Click Here for Order 
25.07.2009: Promotion of JTO(Electrical) to SDE(Electrical) on regular basis based on LDCE and their postings Click Here for Order 
25.07.2009: Reminder-II: Promotion of JAOs to AOs-Non-receipt ACRs and Vigilance clearance report Click Here for C-letter, Click Here for Lists
25.07.2009: Reporting Authority of Vigilance Officer-Clarification-regClick Here for Order

23.07.2009 : Communication made by GS –

Letter-1 : To CMD BSNL regarding non-implementation of DPE order for 78.2% DA in fitment benefit w.e. from 01.01.2007 in BSNL.

Letter-2 : To CMD BSNL regarding recommendations of 6th CPC relating to encashment of leave in respect of Central Govt. Employees.

Letter-3 : To CMD BSNL regarding non-drawl of pay and allowances of Shri Braham Prakash, DM (IT), BSNL CO, New Delhi.

Letter-4 : To CMD BSNL regarding upgradation of 30 JTS posts to STS in TF and preparing common seniority list of SDEs (TF) and Metallurgists.

Letter-5 : To Dir (HR) regarding revision of various perks/allowances for the Executives in BSNL.

Letter-6 : To Dir (HR) regarding stopping of recovery in stepping up cases in the cadre of SDEs (T).

23.07.2009 :  Communication received –

Letter-1 : Forwarding letter of medical claim case of Shri L. Satyanarayana, Retd. SDE, Vishakhapatnam from BSNL CO to CGM AP Circle.

Letter-2 : Decision taken in the 8th meeting of BSNL Staff Welfare Board regarding inclusion of members of Associations in the Circle Staff Welfare Boards.

23.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin)  met PGM (BW) and discussed –

(a) BSNL MS RRs for Executives (Civil Wing) – We expressed our resentment against BSNL MS RRs finalised for Executives, Civil/Electrical/Arch Engineering Wings wherein existing Executives having Diploma qualification are not considered for EE/Architect promotion. It is against the BSNL Management’s earlier decision in which the parity with JTO/SDE (T) has been given. PGM (BW) mentioned that the BSNL CO Pers. Cell has not taken their views while framing the BSNL MS RRs but now the matter is being taken up with BSNL Management for rectification.

(b) Modification/retention of SDE (C) transfer orders – We thanked him for considering the requests of some SDEs (C) for cancellation/retention and further requested to consider few more genuine cases. PGM (BW) assured to examine the cases.

23.07.2009GS, AGS (Fin) met DGM (EW-QC) and discussed –

(a) Withdrawal of ACP benefit to JTO/SDE (C) – We requested DGM (EW-QC), Convener of ACP benefit withdrawal review Committee for early submission of the Committee report to avoid discrimination. DGM (EW-QC) mentioned that the Committee report is being finalised and after approval of the Committee members the same will be submitted immediately. He also opined that there should not be discrimination in granting ACP benefit to BSNL Executives of various disciplines e.g. CSS, PAs/PSs and C/E Executives.

(b) BSNL MS RRs for Executives (Electrical Wing) – DGM (EW-QC) informed that their views/suggestions in this regard have not been considered. He appreciated our demand of implementation of BSNL MS RRs from 01.10.2000 instead of 11.06.2009.

23.07.2009GS, AGS (Fin) met GM (Rectt) and discussed –

(a) Declaration of result from Draftsman to JTO (C/E) Exam – GM (Rectt) informed that the result for Draftsman to JTO (C/E) Exam is ready and will be declared within 2 weeks.

(b) Declaration of result of JTO (T) outside quota exam – GM (Rectt) mentioned that efforts are being made to declare the result of JTO (T) outside quota exam by the end of August 09.

(c) Notification of TES Gr. ‘B’ LDCE to fill up about 4000 SDEs (T) vacancies – GM (Rectt) informed that the approval for examination pattern i.e. ‘objective type’ has been taken from competent authority but the syllabus is yet to be finalised by the BSNL MC.

(d) Notification of JAO Part-II Examination for 10%, 40% departmental and 50% DR quota – We requested for early notification of JAO Part-II Examination for 10%, 40% departmental and 50% DR quota. GM (Rectt) mentioned that the notification to fill up about 400 JAOs posts against 10% quota for Jr. Accountants/Sr. Accountants will be issued shortly to hold the exam in the month of Nov. 2009. The notification for JAO Part-II examination against 40% departmental quota to fill up about 2900 JAOs posts will be issued only after the information received from 8 Circles viz. NE-I, NE-II, UP (West), Chennai TD, Chhattisgarh, JKD, Assam and Orissa etc. for the previous JAO Part-II examination result declaration. Regarding 50% DR quota to fill up about 1000 JAOs posts, the recruitment notification will be issued shortly.

(e) Poor result of LDCE of SDE (E) – We requested to process the case for relaxation of the eligibility marks from 50% to 40% in view of the hard paper and non-filling up of vacant 45 SDE (E) posts of LDCE quota. Only 5 JTOs (E) could compete the exam. GM (Rectt) assured to look into the matter.

(f) Finalisation of examination calendar for various examinations – We requested to finalise the examination calendar for various departmental/outsider examinations to fill up vacancies in various disciplines. GM (Rectt) assured for an early action in this regard.

23.07.2009GS, AGS (HQ), AGS (F), AFS and Advisor-I met Director (HR/Fin) and discussed –

(a) BSNL MS RRs for Executives – We extended our sincere and heartfelt thanks to Dir (HR) for issuing BSNL MS RRs. We expressed our serious concern against the deficiencies of BSNL MS RRs finalised for Executives e.g. these rules shall be effective from 11th June 2009 instead of 1st October 2000 as is in the case of Executive Promotion Policy. The Executives promoted to adhoc Group 'A' post before or after 01.10.2000, their adhoc service will not be counted as regular service for the purpose of future promotions. The Group 'A' Executives absorbed in BSNL belonging to IDA Pay Scale of 13000-350-18700 & 14500-350-18700 will be upgraded to IDA Pay Scale of 14500-350-18700, 16000-400-20800 & 17500-400-22300 as per attendant conditions circulated under letter No. 400-61/2004-Pers-I dated 18.01.2007 under Time Bound Promotions corresponding to next grade within a period of 4 to 6 years. These absorbed Gr. A officers will get Time Bound Promotion w.e.f. 11.06.2009 instead of 01.10.2000.

The existing JTOs/SDEs (C/E/Arch) Engineering wings having diploma qualification will not be eligible to be promoted to the grade of Assistant General Manager EE/Arch. In addition to this, in the Architecture discipline, having valid registration as Architect with the council of the Architects is made compulsory, which is gross injustice to the absorbed Executives of Civil/Electrical/Arch Engineering wings in BSNL who have been given parity with JTO/SDE (T) regarding pay scales and other service matters.

The graduate qualification for other services Executives has also been made compulsory even for existing Executives which is against the terms and conditions of absorption.

In BSNL MS RRs it should be clearly mentioned that the 50% DGMs posts earmarked for seniority-cum-fitness quota should be filled up dynamically. These posts should not be filled up from outside MTs. The regularisation process of adhoc Gr. A level Executives should be completed immediately and the vacant DGMs posts should be filled up on regular/adhoc basis.

BSNL Management should also implement the decisions of Joint Committee in its true spirit so that Executives do not feel discontented.

Dir (HR) assured to look into the matter and mentioned that some omissions/clerical errors etc. will be rectified immediately without affecting the RR structure and assured that the Joint Committee recommendations will be implemented.

(b) Implementations of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 – We requested for early implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 regarding 78.2% DA in fitment instead of 68.8% since BSNL profit before PBT is more than 1000 Crores and after PBT is about 600 Crores for the year 2008-09. Dir (HR) mentioned that the request may be considered if the Quarter-2 i.e. July-Sep 09 profit comes more than last year’s Q-2. We apprised him that our Association is advising the members to implement 100 days programme successfully and to earn maximum revenue by increasing the customer base, providing quality service. We also mentioned that BSNL Management should also set the example by reducing their heavy expenditure being incurred on tours e.g. staying in 5/7 Star hotels, traveling in Executive Air Class and excessive use of vehicles etc.  

(c) Pay anomaly case of 2005 JTO batch – We requested to remove the pay anomaly of JTO 2005 batch by giving notional pay fixation from the date of joining of the first JTO i.e. Aug 2005. Dir (HR) assured to look into the matter.

22.07.2009 : GS visit to Chandigarh -

GS and OS (North) attended and addressed the Open Session of Branch Conference of Chandigarh Telecom District Branch of Punjab Circle at Chandigarh on 22.07.2009. Shri Naresh Kumar Sharma, GM Chandigarh was the Chief Guest. Com GS in his address appreciated the efforts of new Circle office bearers of AIBSNLEA Punjab Circle for increasing the membership and functioning of the Association. He apprised in detail the status of HR issues e.g. deficiencies in BSNL MS RRs, regularisation process of adhoc Gr. A level Executives, DPCs from SDE to DE, JAO to AO, AD (OL) pay scale revision, ACP withdrawal case, PPS posts creation, ITS absorption issue and IDA pension revision case and discussed the viability of BSNL mainly opposed the Govt.’s move to disinvest BSNL through IPO route and heavy expenditures on tours, vehicles etc. He also expressed dissatisfaction against the poor marketing strategies of BSNL. He appealed the members for successful implementation of 100 days programme for the growth of BSNL. Shri Naresh Kumar, GM, Chandigarh, in his address, apprised in detail the developmental activities/plans of Chandigarh Telephones and mentioned that the ARPU of Punjab Circle is good but the expenditure is more, otherwise Punjab Circle could have earned profit this year. He appealed the Executives to provide quality and reliable Telecom Services particularly Broadband service to customers in the available resources. Shri Kamlesh Dadhwal, CS and BS Chandigarh Branch and Shri Satya Narain, Circle President, in their address discussed the Circle/All India level issues and the issues related to viability of BSNL. Shri Tarsem Pal, Branch President, Chandigarh Branch extended vote of thanks. GS, OS (North) and CS Punjab Circle also had courtesy call meeting with CGMT Punjab Circle during the visit.

21.07.2009 : JOINT FORUM of BSNL Non-Executives' and Executives' Unions and Associations will observe 22nd July 09 as Protest Day on the Call given by CPSTU (Committee of Public Sector Trade Unions) and will hold DEMONSTRATION to protest against disinvestment of CPSUs. All the Circle/Branch Secretaries are requested for successful implementation of the demonstration.

20.07.2009: Tenure transfer and Postings of SDE(Telecom)Click Here for Order
17.07.2009: Promotion of 24 JTOs to SDEs(Tlecom)-(67% quota)-Order issued Click Here for Letter
17.07.2009: Board level posts and below Board level posts including non-unionised supervisors in Central Public Sector enterprises - Regarding payment of IDA at the revised rates for employees who are drawing their pay in revised IDA scales w.e.f. 01.01.2007 Click Here for Letter
17.07.2009: Promotion of JTOs to SDEs(Telecom)-(67% quota)-cancellation of Promotion order -reg Click Here for Letter

17.07.2009 : Shri  Sudipta Chattopadhyay, CGM, ETR breathed his last today afternoon. He was earlier PGM, CTD for long time. He was suffering from Cancer for long 5 years. He was very popular amongst all officers and staffs due to his pleasant behavior. May his soul rest in peace.

17.07.2009 : GS contacted concern officer of DoT  and requested for early issuance of order for payment of Pension as per VI CPC recommendations to BSNL pensioners w.e.f. 01.01.2006. Wherein the earlier order issued in this regard is kept in abeyance. It is understood that a Committee constituted to re-examine the 4th/15 May'2009 order has already examined the issue & has submitted its report. It is expected that order in this regard will further be issued by DoT in the next week.
17.07.2009 IDA pension revision case of BSNL employees :- GS contacted the concern officers of DoT & Law Ministry and discussed IDA Pension Revision case. It is understood that IDA Pension revision case referred by DoT & DOP&W to Law Ministry is still pending for clearance in Law Ministry only. The meeting of high level officers of Law Ministry, DoT and DOP&W is still awaited for final conclusion.

ITS Officers absorption Case :- It is understood that Brijesh Kumar, Ex-Secretary, IT & DoT Committee has been given extension upto 15.08.2009 to submit the report for deployment of ITS Officers, who don't exercise option in BSNL/MTNL. It is also understood that the absorption  process of ITS Officers in BSNL may further resume after clearance of DOP&W and Law Ministry for IDA Pension revision of BSNL Employees.  

16.07.2009 : JOINT FORUM MEETING : The representatives of Joint Forum of BSNL Non-Executives and Executives Unions and Associations met CMD BSNL and discussed –

(a)  Implementation of 100 days programme – Joint Forum assured for making BSNL’s 100 days programme a complete success. CMD explained in detail the activities to be completed during 100 days programme and appealed to achieve all targets set by the Govt. of India.

(b)  Absorption of ITS officers in BSNL – Joint Forum demanded immediate completion of ITS officers absorption in BSNL for the viability of BSNL. Most of the ITS officers have decided to continue in DOT hence BSNL should have its contingency programme in case they are repatriated. CMD mentioned that the IDA pension revision case is pending in Law Ministry for clearance. As soon as the IDA pension case is settled the ITS officers absorption issue will be resumed. He also mentioned that as a contingency plan 210 DGMs are being recruited. We pleaded to promote existing eligible absorbed Executives against JAG level vacant posts. CMD assured an early action in this regard.

(c)  Disinvestment of BSNL through IPO route – Joint Forum strongly protested against Govt.’s move to disinvest BSNL through IPO route. CMD explained that listing of BSNL through IPO route will provide valuation and global presence of BSNL. He also mentioned that due to wage revision of Executives and Non-Executives, taxes, BSNL MRS expenditure and other liabilities come around 20,000 Crores. After this BSNL will have only 17,000 Crore reserve fund which will not be sufficient for the future growth/requirement of BSNL. He appealed that Joint Forum should think in this direction for listing of BSNL. Joint Forum reiterated its stand to oppose disinvestment of BSNL through IPO route.  

(d)  Observing 22nd July 09 as Protest day on the Call given by CPSTU – Joint Forum informed that the call given by CPSTU (Committee of Public Sector Trade Unions) will also be observed in BSNL to oppose disinvestment of CPSUs.

15.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin) met GM (FP) and discussed –

(a)  Regularisation of adhoc STS level Executives of Finance and Accounts wing – GM (FP) informed that after notification of BSNL Management Services’ RRs, 2009 the regularisation process of adhoc CAOs has been initiated.

(b)  Consideration of request/tenure transfers of AOs who have completed 2 years service in a Circle – GM (FP) assured that the request/tenure transfer orders of AOs who are completing 2 years service in a Circle will be issued in the month of August 2009.

(c)  JAO to AO DPC – GM (FP) informed that the DPC from JAO to AO is in progress. The missing ACRs and VCRs of the eligible JAOs have been called for from the Circles.

(d)  Modification/retention of some AOs transfer orders – GM (FP) informed that the cases submitted by the Association are being examined and genuine cases will be considered shortly.

15.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin), Org. Secy. (N) met GM (Pers) and discussed –

(a)  Notification of BSNL Management Services’ RRs, 2009 – We extended our thanks for notifying the Gr. A RRs and expressed our serious concern against the discrimination made/deficiencies in Gr. A RRs e.g. the date of effect for implementation has been decided 11.06.2009 instead of 01.10.2000 which will put Gr. A absorbed Executives in disadvantageous position while implementing Time Bound Promotion Policy. Similarly the adhoc STS level Executives promoted before or after 01.10.2000 their adhoc service will not be counted for the purpose of regular promotion.

The JTOs/SDEs (C/E/Arch) wings having diploma qualifications are debarred for the EE/Arch promotion in violation of DoP&T guidelines and CPWD RRs. The other services Executives having graduate degree from recognised university will be only entitled for STS and above level Executives ignoring the existing Executives’ experience.

GM (Pers) after detailed discussions mentioned that there may be deficiencies in the BSNLMS RRs, all the deficiencies may be taken up at the appropriate level for consideration.

(b)  DPC from SDE (T) to DE – We expressed our serious concern against delay in the DPC. GM (Pers) informed that reply against stay order granted by Hon’ble J&K High Court has been filed. Our advocate has requested for an early hearing. He assured that as soon as the stay order against DPC is vacated promotion order will be issued.

(c)  Promotion from SDE (TF) to DE/AGM (TF) – We requested to upgrade 30 JTS (Asst. Managers) posts to AGM to provide promotion to SDEs (TF). GM (Pers) mentioned that the JTS posts transferred from DOT to BSNL of all the disciplines are not being utilised as these posts are non-functional. He informed that 30 DEs (TF) posts may be created on matching saving concept to provide promotion to SDEs (TF).  

(d)  Finalisation of seniority list of SDEs (TF) – We requested to finalise the SDEs (TF) seniority list as per the RRs at the earliest. GM (Pers) assured to look into the matter.

15.07.2009 : DPC process for promotion from JAO/AAO to the grade of AO held up for want of ACRs and other information. Click here for ---- Letter from SEA Cell ---- List of missing ACRs

14.07.2009 : GS writes

Letter-1 : To MOC&IT regarding Instructions to all Govt. Departments/Autonomous Bodies where the Govt. of India bears the cost of telephone expenditure for taking the telecom services from BSNL only  to support BSNL.

Letter-2 : To CMD BSNL regarding Counting of residency period w.e.f. 01-10-2000 for the first time bound promotion under Executive Promotion Policy in BSNL up-graded Pay Scales in respect of the Executive Cadres viz. Civil/Electrical/Arch/TF/CSS/PSs/PAs/JAOs etc.

Letter-3 : To Dir (HR/Fin) regarding Non-settlement of LTC Bills of the Executives, who availed LTC, traveling by air to North-East region in lieu of home town LTC.

Letter-4 : To Dir (HR/Fin) regarding Promotion to the grade of JAO.

Letter-5 : To ED (Fin) regarding Adhoc Promotion from JAO to AAO.

Letter-6 : To GM (Estt) and Chairman Perks Committee regarding Revision of various Allowances/Perks for the Executives in BSNL.

Letter-7 : To GM (Estt) and Chairman Perks Committee regarding Enhancement of the quantum of maternity Leave and introduction of child care leave in BSNL.

14.07.2009 : Congratulations ! AIBSNLEA's persistent efforts yielded results in getting released the Recruitment Rules of BSNL Management Service (Group 'A' RRs). The  finalization of Group 'A' RRs will pave the way for regular promotions to fill up vacant Group 'A' level posts of STS/JAG/SAG/HAG & Executive Director level Executives in BSNL.  Though the   Recruitment Rules are not to our full satisfaction i.e. the date of implementation of Group 'A' RRs  has been decided w.e.f. 11.06.2009 instead of 01.10.2000 as was in case of Executive Promotion Policy & some other issues. We are to pursue for removal of the deficiencies of Group 'A' RRs after complete analysis. Click Here for =>> RRs1 &  RRs2 

14.07.2009 : GS, AGS (HQ) met GM (Pers) and discussed –

(a) Finalisation of Gr. A RRs and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives in BSNL – We requested for early notification of Gr. A RRs approved by BSNL Board and starting the process of regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives. GM (Pers) informed that efforts are being made to notify the Gr. A RRs approved by BSNL Board today itself after the approval of CMD BSNL. He also mentioned that regularisation of adhoc STS level Gr. A officers has been initiated and the VCRs of the eligible Executives have been called for from the Circles. We pleaded that regularisation should be made from the date of adhoc DPC and through technical transition and the Gr. A RRs should be implemented w.e.from 01.10.2000 as happened in case of Executive Promotion policy.

(b) DPC from SDE (T) to DE – GM (Pers) informed that reply to Hon’ble J&K High court has been filed to vacate the stay order availed by SC/ST Welfare Association of J&K Circle. He talked to the concerned officer of J&K Circle to pursue our advocate for an early hearing date. He assure that as soon as the stay order is vacated the DPC process will be completed.

(c) Consideration of inter-Circle request transfer cases of SDEs/DEs – GM (Pers) assured to look into the matter.

(d) Transfer and posting order of SDEs QA Circle – We requested to issue transfer posting order of 6 SDEs of QA Circle declared surplus to there choice of Circle. GM (Pers) assured for issuance of early order.

14.07.2009 : GS, AGS (fin) and FS met CMD BSNL and discussed –

(a) Finalisation of Gr. A RRs and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives – We extended our sincere gratitude and thanks for approving the Gr. A RRs and starting the regularisation process. While thanking him we requested to change the cut off date for implementation of Gr. A RRs from 11.06.2009 to 01.10.2000 as done in the case of Executive Promotion Policy and requested to complete the regularisation process from the date of adhoc DPC. CMD mentioned that finalisation of Gr. A RRs will provide fast track promotions to BSNL Executives particularly to young Executives. He also assured to look into the matter of regularisation and cut off date for implementation of Gr. A RRs.

During the discussions CMD expressed his serious concern against the continuous dip in BSNL’s profit and mentioned that during his recent J&K Circle visit he found that more than 350 BTS material is lying unused due to non-finalisation of sites. Similarly the maintenance of Exchanges and quality of service is also not upto the mark. He again appealed that people should fully devote to their duties in providing quality service to the customers so that customer base is increased.

(b) Revision of Perks and Allowances and implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 - CMD mentioned that all these issues can be sorted out only when BSNL earns profit. He also mentioned that the profit trend to BSNL is not encouraging. He appealed that let us make BSNL’s 100 days programme a great success. We assured him our fullest cooperation.

(c) Fire hazard in Kolkata Circus Telephone Exchange Building – We expressed our serious concern against fire hazard in Kolkata Circus Telephone Exchange Building occurred on 07.07.2009. This telephone exchange with capacity 70K was having 30 RSUs,  2850 leased circuits, good number of broadband customers and earning 15% revenue of whole Kolkata Telephone Circle. Till date the restoration is not completed. We requested CMD for early restoration of services and high level enquiry in the matter. CMD immediately called Dir (CFA) for status report and asked him to visit Kolkata.

(d) 6th CPC recommendations implementation for pensioners kept in abeyance by DOT – We expressed our serious resentment against such arbitrary order of DOT. CMD assured to discuss the matter with secy. (T).

(e) ITS officers’ absorption in BSNL – CMD appreciated our concern in this regard and assured to discuss the matter with Secy (T) for early settlement.  

(f) Re-Declaration of Srinagar, Leh (J&K Circle) as one-year tenure stations – CMD assured to look into the matter.

11.07.2009 : OPEN Session of Sriganganagar Branch - Raj. Circle : GS, Vice President-II attended and addressed the OPEN Session of Sriganganagar Branch - Raj. Circle. Sh. Devendra Singh, GMTD, SGR was the Chief Guest and Sh. D.C. Gupta, Ex-GMTD, SGR was the Guest of Honor.

GS in his address apprised in detail the status of All India issues and replied the queries of the members in the Interactive Session. Sh. Devendra Singh, GMTD, SGR mentioned that SGR Distt. is a potential District of Rajasthan Circle & efforts are being made to make the SSA No. 1.

Sh. Achal Bhayana, Branch Secretary and Sh. P.R. Leel, Branch President in their welcome address extended sincere thanks to CHQ for the settlement of 3 DE's Dias-non with Break in service cases & assured full co-operation to CHQ & Circle. Sh. M.K. Morodia, ACS Raj. Circle apprised in detail the Association activities in Raj. Circle.

10.07.2009 : CEC Meet of Haryana Circle at Kurukshetra :  GS, AGS (HQ), AGS (F) & Org. Secy. (N) attended & addressed the OPEN Session of CEC Meet of Haryana Circle at Kurukshetra on 10.07.2009. Sh. A.K. Gupta, CGMT, Haryana Telecom Circle was the Chief Guest and Sh. Mohinder Singh, GM(F), Haryana Telecom Circle was the Guest of Honor. Com. GS in his address apprised in detail HR issues i.e. Finalization of Group ‘A’ RRs, Regularization of adhoc Group ‘A’ level Executives, DPCs to fill up STS/JAG posts etc.  He also mentioned that we are opposed to disinvestment of BSNL & demanded early absorption of ITS Officers in BSNL. He appealed all members to make their best efforts to achieve the targets of 100 days programme. He discussed regarding reducing of lavish expenditures.

CGMT Haryana Circle mentioned that Haryana Circle has earned 68 Crores profit this year & further efforts will be made to increase the profit of the Circle. He appreciated the concern of AIBSNLEA’s members for the growth of BSNL. He assured to implement important suggestion of the Association to strengthen Sales & Marketing Units of the Circle.

Sh. Mohinder Singh, GM (F) informed that Haryana Circle is one of the profits making Circles & will continue to remain in profit. Sh. Jogi Ram, Circle Secretary AIBSNLEA in his keynote address discussed the issues related for the growth of Telecom Services & the need of strengthening Sales & Marketing units to provide the best Telecom Services to the maximum number of subscribers. AGS (HQ), AGS (F) & Org. Secy. (N) in their address apprised in detail the efforts of AIBSNLEA in resolving the crucial issues & called upon the members to strengthen the Association. CS, SNEA (I) Haryana Circle also addressed the meeting.  Shri  Dayanand, Circle President presided over the meeting. Shri K.K. Sharma, ACS (Genl. Line Disp.) extended Vote of Thanks. The Conference Hall of Hotel Saffron, Kurukshetra was jam packed.

09.07.2009 : GS writes to CMD BSNL regarding Promotion to the post of Architect as per building works (Group-A) service Rules 1994. Click here

09.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin), Auditor (CHQ) met GM (Pers) and discussed –

(a) Finalisation of Gr. A RRs and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives in BSNL – We expressed our serious concern against delay in notification of Gr. A RRs approved by BSNL Board and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives. GM (Pers) mentioned that Gr. A RRs have been finalised and will be notified shortly. He also informed that regularisation of adhoc STS level Gr. A officers has been initiated and the VCRs of the eligible Executives have been called for from the Circles. We pleaded that regularisation should be made from the date of adhoc DPC and through technical transition.

(b) DPC from SDE (T) to DE – GM (Pers) informed that reply to Hon’ble J&K High court has been filed to vacate the stay order availed by SC/ST Welfare Association of J&K Circle. He assured that as soon as the stay order is vacated the DPC process will be completed.

(c) Re-Declaration of Srinagar, Leh (J&K Circle) as one-year tenure stations – GM (Pers) informed that the matter is under consideration with BSNL Management Committee and on its approval Srinagar and Leh with again be declared as one-year tenure stations.

(d) Clarification regarding Local Officiating promotion to JAG posts – GM (Pers) assured that the necessary clarification in this regard will be issued shortly.

09.07.2009 : JOINT FORUM MEETING : The representatives of Joint Forum of BSNL Non-Executive/Executive Unions/Associations met and discussed regarding Govt.’s move to disinvest BSNL through IPO route, ITS officers’ absorption, growth of BSNL and its viability. Joint Forum unanimously resolved to protest the Govt.’s move of BSNL’s disinvestment through IPO route, demanded completion of ITS officers’ absorption before 31.12.2009, opposed purchasing of Maruti Suzuki SX4 cars for HAG level officers in view of the dip in the profit of the Company, club membership expenditures, foreign trips in business/executive air class, holding meetings in five/seven star hotels and decided to appeal all employees to complete the 100 days programme in a successful manner. It was decided that Joint Forum leaders will meet CMD and Board of Directors on regular basis to discuss the issues related to BSNL’s growth and its viability. Joint Forum also decided to observe 22nd July 09 as PROTEST-DAY by holding lunch/closing hour demonstrations and telegram to Hon'ble PM of India as per the call given by Committee of Public Sector Trade Unions (CPSTU) to protest against disinvestment/privatisation of CPSEs. Com. GS, AIBSNLEA presided over the meeting. All the above issues will be addressed to concerned authorities by the Convener, Joint Forum (GS, BSNLEU).

09.07.2009 : GS, Org. Secy. (N) and Auditor (CHQ) met GM (SR) and requested for arranging a formal meeting with CMD BSNL/Dir (HR) to discuss the pressing issues of BSNL Executives. GM (SR) assured for arranging an early meeting.  

08.07.2009 AIBSNLEA's consistent efforts yielded result in getting declared the results of LDCEs :

Click Here for Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for promotion from JTO (Civil) to the cadre of SDE (Civil) held on 10th August 2008 - Declaration of result thereof.

Click Here for Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for promotion from JTO (Elect) to the cadre of SDE (Elect) held on 10th August 2008 - Declaration of result thereof.

08.07.2009 : GS writes to Member (F) DOT for withdrawal of OM No. 40-31/2008-Pen (T) dated 08.07.2009 for keeping in abeyance the orders dated 4/15th May 2009 regarding Applicability of revised rules and regulations consequent to the 6th CPC to the Govt. Employees absorbed in BSNL. Click here
08.07.2009 : DOT issued order vide OM No. 40-31/2008-Pen (T) dated 08.07.2009 for keeping in abeyance the orders dated 4/15th May 2009 regarding Applicability of revised rules and regulations consequent to the 6th CPC to the Govt. Employees absorbed in BSNL. Click here
08.07.2009 : GS writes to CMD BSNL regarding Suggestions for BSNL's growth and improvement in the working of field units. Click here
08.07.2009 : GS writes to CMD BSNL regarding Contempt of Court Case No:1431 / 2009 in CWP No:5608 / 2007 at High Court of Chandigarh. Click Here

07.07.2009 : Click here for

(1) Decisions taken in 8th Meeting of BSNL Staff Welfare Board.

(2) Minutes of 8th Meeting of BSNL Staff Welfare Board.

07.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin), AFS met Shri J.S.Deepak, Jt. Secy (T), DOT and discussed –

(a) Finalisation of Gr. A RRs and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives in BSNL – We thanked JST for finalisation of Gr. A RRs in BSNL Board meeting. We requested for early notification of the same. We also requested for regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives from the date of adhoc DPC. JST assured to look into the matter.

(b) Absorption of Gr. A officers in BSNL – We expressed our serious concern against delay in completing the process of absorption of Gr. A officers in BSNL despite the assurances given by Secy (T) in the formal/informal meetings. JST mentioned that DOT is having more concern to complete the absorption process. He informed that today also he has spoken to the concerned authority in Law Ministry for giving clearance to the pension revision case. The concerned authority of Law Ministry has assured for an early clearance in this matter.

(c) Implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 in BSNL – We requested for early implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 in BSNL. JST mentioned that the case has to be processed by BSNL Management to the BSNL Board/DOT. He also mentioned that earlier also BSNL Board’s recommendation for 30% fitment benefit was approved by the DOT without any delay.

07.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin), AFS met Shri R.Ashok, Member (Fin), Telecom Commission and discussed –

(a) Non-Implementation of 6th CPC recommendations for BSNL Pensioners, retired after 01.01.2006 – we informed Member (Fin) that CCAs in various Circles are not implementing DOT order regarding applicability of revised rules of pension calculation as per 6th CPC with regard to limit of DCRG, Commutation table, emoluments, qualifying service etc. to IDA pensioners to BSNL issued on 14.05.2009 and endorsed by BSNL on 22.05.2009. Member (Fin) mentioned that CCAs should not delay the implementation of the DOT order and immediately spoke to DDG concerned to ensure implementation of the above order.

(b) 50% IDA merger with basic for BSNL Pensioners retired before 01.01.2007 and revision of IDA Pension to those who retired before 01.01.2006 – Member (Fin) informed that both the issues are pending with Law Ministry for legal opinion to revise IDA Pension. He assured that as soon as the clearance is given by the Law Ministry and DoP&W immediate action in this regard will be taken.

07.07.2009 : GS, AGS (F) met GM (Rectt) and discussed –

(a) Declaration of LDCE result from JTO (C/E) to SDE (C/E) – We expressed our serious concern against delay in declaration of LDCE result from JTO (C/E) to SDE (C/E). GM (Rectt) informed that result has been sent to competent authority for approval and declaration. He assured that within a day or two the result will be declared.

(b) Declaration of LDCE result from Draftsmen to JTO (C/E) – GM (Rectt) assured to look into the matter.

(c) Notification of JAO Part-II Exam and outsider JAO recruitment – GM (Rectt) informed that a notification of JAO Part-II Exam and outsider JAO recruitment is being issued shortly.

(d) Notification for LDCE to fill up about 4000 TES Gr. B vacant posts – GM (Rectt) informed that syllabus and examination pattern (objective type) etc. have been finalised by Pers Cell and after the approval of Management Committee the same will be notified.

07.07.2009 : GS writes  to  Shri Kuldeep Goyal, Chairman cum Managing Director, BSNL regarding  Non finalization of Group ‘A’ RRs in BSNL Click Here for Letter

02.07.2009 : GS writes -

  1. To ED (Fin) regarding transfer in the cadre of CAO/AO. Click Here

  2. To GM (Pers) regarding transfer/cancellation of transfer in the cadre of DE / SDE (T)

  3. To GM (Pers) regarding correction/modification in the TES Gr. B seniority list. Click here

  4. To CMD BSNL regarding Indiscriminate cutting of medical bills in the name of CGHS rates-Case of retired BSNL Executive Shri L.Satyanarayana. Click Here

  5. To DGM (WL&S) regarding Agenda Items for the 1st Meeting of BSNL CSR Board. Click Here

02.07.2009 : CMD BSNL appeals all the Unions/Associations of BSNL Non-Executives/Executives for implementation of 100 days' programme in full earnest to increase the profitability of the Company. CMD's Letter     100 days Programme

02.07.2009 : GS, President, AGS (Fin), FS met GM (FP) and discussed –

(a) Consideration of request transfers of CAOs – We extended thanks for issuing 8 CAOs’ request transfers and requested to consider the remaining transfer cases of the officers who have completed 2 years service on 30th June 2009. GM (FP) assured to look into the matter.

(b) Holding of JAO part-II examination – GM (FP) informed that the matter has been sent to DE Cell for notification of the examination.

(c) JAO to AO DPC – GM (FP) informed that the case has been sent to competent authority to fill up about 500 AOs posts for administrative approval.

02.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin) met GM (Restg) and discussed regarding change of designations of BSNL Executives in the field units. The proposal for change of designations in field units was also submitted for consideration. GM (Restg) assured for an early action in the matter.

02.07.2009 : GS met GM (Estt) and discussed regarding grant of perks and allowances in the revised pay scales and implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 for fitment benefit from 68.8% to 78.2%. GM (Estt), Chairman, Perks Committee informed that the Committee has already submitted its report to the Management and the issue is being discussed today in the BSNL Management Committee. He also mentioned that the decision on DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 will be taken after finalisation of Company Accounts for the year 2008-09.

02.07.2009 : GS, AGS (Fin) met GM (Pers) and discussed –

(a) Clarification regarding local officiating promotion against vacant JAG posts – We requested for issuance of clarification regarding local officiating promotion against vacant JAG posts. GM (Pers), after some discussions assured to look into the matter.

(b) DPC from SDE (T) to DE – We expressed our serious concern against delay in filing the reply to the Hon’ble Court, J&K against stay order on SDE (T) to DE DPC. GM (Pers) confirmed that the comments from J&K Circle in this matter have been received and shortly the reply will be filed to Hon’ble Court for vacating the stay order.

(c) Finalisation of Gr. A RRs and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives – GM (Pers) confirmed that Gr. A RRs have been approved by BSNL Board and the same will be notified shortly. He also mentioned that regularisation process has been initiated and shortly the regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives will be completed.

(d) Completion of ACRs for conducting the DPCs – We pleaded to strengthen the CR Cell of BSNL CO to maintain the upto date ACRs of JTO and above level Executives so that every time ACRs are called for from Circles to start the DPCs. GM (Pers) mentioned that now the efforts are being made to strengthen the CR Cell of BSNL CO and in future the missing period ACRs will only be called from Circles. He advised that Circles should be persuaded to send one CR folder of all Executives JTO and above to the CR Cell of BSNL CO to avoid delay in DPCs.

02.07.2009 : GS, President, AGS (Fin) and Advisor-I met Director (HR/Fin) and discussed –

(a) Finalisation of Gr. A RRs and regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives – Dir (HR/Fin) confirmed that Gr. A RRs have been approved by BSNL Board and the same will be notified in due course of time. He also confirmed that regularisation process has been initiated and shortly the regularisation of adhoc Gr. A level Executives will be completed.

(b) Grant of perks and allowances in the revised pay scales and implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 for fitment benefit from 68.8% to 78.2% - Dir (HR/Fin) informed that the BSNL Management Committee, in today’s meeting, has approved some Perks/Allowances. The necessary order in this regard will be issued shortly. It is understood that as per 6th CPC recommendations relating to LTC, grant of Children Education Assistance & reimbursement of tuition fee and grant of child care leave to women Employees etc. have been approved by BSNL Management Committee. Regarding implementation of DPE OM dated 02.04.2009 for fitment benefit from 68.8% to 78.2%, Dir (HR/Fin) was non-committal. Click here for 6th CPC recommendations on (1) Child Care Leave   (2) LTC  (3) Children Education Assistance & reimbursement of tuition fee

01.07.2009 : GS writes to Shri Kuldeep Goyal, CMD, BSNL regarding  request for grant of meeting  Click Here for Letter

01.07.2009 : GS, AGS(HQ), AGS (Finance) & Org. Secy. (North) met GM(SP) Chairman ACP withdrawal review committee and requested for early submission of the committee report to avoid discrimination of JTO/ SDE (Civil) with other executives who have been allowed ACP benefit in the upgraded IDA Pay scales. GM (SP) informed that committee members met today and reached to the the conclusive decision in the matter. He assured that the Committee report will be submitted to the competent authority with in two weeks for final decision. It is understood that committee is also of the opinion that there should not be any discrimination in granting ACP benefit.

01.07.2009 : BSNL Corporate Office issued order regarding  Transfer and posting in the grade of STS belonging to Accounts and Finance Service in BSNL  Click Here for Letter