Team AIGETOA met CMD BSNL, Director (HR) and PGM (Pers) and discussed the issues and confusion related to the OTP window.
The following points were taken up:
1]Confusion on Long Stay List & Its Execution :
We highlighted that executives across the country are raising queries as there is confusion amongst members, especially those with long stay in circles, on whether they should fill the OTP request or not.
We categorically emphasized that AIGETOA is not in favour of long stay routine transfers and its high time that management brings back those who have been transferred out earlier due to unnecessary execution of long stay. We said that only need based transfers restricted to the consideration of OTP and Tenure stations may be done. The transfers should be minimum and execitives must be given options to choose stations before any transfer on company cost.
The issue of unnecessary long stay trasnfers has been raised by AIGETOA at DoT as well as MoSC level also. We have been pusuing hard at all levels for stopping this unnecessary routine transfers which not only creates disturbances to the executives but also eats up a lot of money from department which can be used for other welfare measures. We are very sure that our request has got merit and we will succeed in restricting the number of transfers to a bare minimum restricted to need based.
2]OTP Requests from Hard / Semi-Hard Stations to Non-Deficit Circles:
The issue shall be given due consideration.
Cases Completing Tenure During 2026
Agreed. A mechanism will be developed to ensure timely issuance of orders with relieving dates on completion of tenure.
3]Pending Tenure Completed Cases
Management’s attempt to keep orders pending till March was strongly opposed by AIGETOA. We clearly warned that the association will respond with full organisational strength if such injustice continues. The same was noted by management and it was assured that orders shall be issued.
4]Modified Orders Due to Wrong Stay Particulars:
Agreed for issuance.
5] Circle Break for Hard Tenure Circles (at par with Semi-Hard):
Clarification to be issued for J&K Circle. However, retrospective implementation was not agreed to. But the prospective provision shall be started in this window itself. AIGETOA still requested reconsideration for the old cases also keeping in view the geographical difficulties of J&K.
6]Correction option in OTP:
The same was agreed to be incorporated.
Other issues discussed with CMD BSNL included 3rd PRC, 30% SAB, and promotions through personal upgradation of posts. We reminded management of earlier commitments and conveyed that the association will be compelled to restart organisational action programs if demands are not met now.
CMD BSNL assured necessary intervention on the above issues.
An emergent meeting of the General Secretaries of Unions and Associations was held to review preparations for the lunch hour demonstration scheduled on 08th January 2026 and to intensify the ongoing agitation. It was noted that the notice for the programme had already been served on the CMD, BSNL on 30th December 2025. The General Secretaries stressed the need to organise the programme in a united and effective manner across the country. After discussion, it was unanimously decided to issue a circular to all Circle and District Secretaries, calling upon them to ensure the grand success of the programme. A common banner highlighting our demands has also been circulated to all Circles.
A delegation of Associations and Unions representing major telecom units and postal pensioners’ organisations, affiliated with the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), met Hon’ble Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office and Union Minister in charge of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday, 06.01.2025, at the DoPT Headquarters, Kartavya Bhavan.
Those present at the meeting included Shri Ravishil Verma, General Secretary, AIGETOA; Shri R.C. Pandey, General Secretary, BTEU (BSNL); Shri Hari Vinayak Sowani, All India General Secretary, Bharatiya Doorsanchar Pensioners Sangh; Shri Dharmaraj, General Secretary, MTNL Mazdoor Sangh; Shri Sashikant Kulkarni, All India President, Bharatiya Postal Pensioners Sangh; Shri J.P. Mali, All India Treasurer, BPPS; Shri Santosh Kumar Singh, former Organising Secretary, BPEF; and Shri Ananta Kumar Pal, Secretary General, BPEF.
The delegation discussed a wide range of issues relating to services, employment, and pensions concerningserving employees and pensioners of BSNL and the Department of Posts. The meeting was held in the backdrop of submissions made by the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch to the Hon’ble Prime Minister on pressing issues related to BSNL and pensioners, including the 3rd PRC, pension revision, and residual issues of the 2nd PRC.
Members of the delegation appreciated the steps taken by the Government to revive BSNL and the employee-friendly initiatives undertaken in recent years. At the same time, We highlighted the present state of affairs in BSNL and the reasons that continue to hinder its journey towards full profitability despite multiple revival packages.
The representatives of AIGETOA and BTEU specifically highlighted a major structural constraint faced by BSNL, namely the absence of a fully developed management cadre consisting of its own recruited and absorbed officers. Discussions were also held on the waiver of the affordability clause for implementation of the 3rd PRC, delinking BSNL/MTNL profitability from pension revision, implementation of residual benefits of the 2nd PRC, and the development of an internal management cadre within BSNL consisting of its own recruited and absorbed officers.
AIGETOA and BTEU representatives emphasised the need to maintain high employee morale and stated that BSNL requires additional funds not only to bring network service quality at par with private operators but also to clear long-pending financial dues of its employees. The issue of coverage under the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for BSNL recruits whose recruitment process was initiated by DoT was also discussed, as the matter falls within the purview of the DoPT Ministry.
Representatives from the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Pensioners Sangh (BDPS), Bharatiya Postal Pensioners Sangh (BPPS) and other allied organisations highlighted issues affecting pensioners from the telecom and postal sectors. Emphasis was laid on the need for clarity in policies, timely flow of information and effective coordination between pensioners’ bodies and the concerned government departments and Delinking of BSNL/MTNL profitability from pension revision of the pensioners.
BDPS team also raised the issue of inclusion of date of effect of 8th CPC as 01.01.2026 in the terms of reference of the 8th CPC. The delegation also suggested some more suggestions in the terms of reference of the 8th CPC. The delegation also requested for opening of more CGHS wellness centres across India.
Dr. Jitendra Singh listened patiently to the submissions and reiterated the importance of maintaining regular dialogue with stakeholders. The meeting was constructive and forward-looking, underscoring the importance of sustained engagement on service and pension-related matters. He assured that the issues raised would be duly examined and taken care of. He also stated that he would personally take up the matter with the Hon’ble Minister of Communications and the Secretary DoT, to ensure resolution of the issues raised.
The meeting with Dr. Jitendra Singh Ji has given a new momentum to the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch’s sustained efforts for the implementation of the 3rd PRC in BSNL, with positive assurances emerging from the Government. Developments regarding the 3rd PRC are expected to become visible in the near future. Dr. Jitendra Singh assured that the matter would be examined with a positive and holistic approach, keeping in view the submissions made by the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch.
Dr. Jitendra Singh Ji concurred with the delegation’s view that, to effectively compete with private operators, BSNL must substantially increase the number of mobile towers and upgrade its associated infrastructure. He also appreciated the demand for the creation of a fully developed managerial cadre comprising officers recruited by or absorbed in BSNL. The request for additional financial support for BSNL, both for infrastructure upgradation and resolution of long-pending HR issues, was also assured due consideration.
In light of the developments during the meeting, the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch firmly believes that the sustained efforts made over the past year under the aegis of BMS will yield positive results in the coming months. The outcome of today’s meeting is expected to translate into tangible progress towards the acceptance of long-pending demands of working executives as well as pensioners.
AIGETOA, BTEU and BDPS under the banner of Bhartiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) reaffirm their commitment to pursue the legitimate dues of employees and pensioners through all appropriate means, including continuous dialogue and if required, organisational action programmes. We do not believe in passively accepting assurances; rather, we are committed to securing what is rightfully due. In this endeavour, we seek your active support and participation. Together, we shall succeed.
A high-level delegation of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) met the Hon’ble Union Minister for Labour & Employment, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, in New Delhi and submitted a detailed memorandum on long-pending issues of workers having all-India relevance.
During the meeting, BMS raised key demands relating to enhancement of EPF and ESI wage ceilings, substantial increase in minimum pension, convening of the Indian Labour Conference at the earliest, revision of bonus and gratuity limits, welfare of scheme workers, and strict implementation of provisions related to contract labour.
The Hon’ble Minister patiently heard the delegation, discussed the issues in detail, and responded positively. He assured that the Government would examine the demands seriously and take appropriate steps at the earliest.
The suggestions submitted by BMS and the assurance made by Hon’ble Minister for Labour will be of huge benefit to BSNL Recruits as it will enhance the pension amount for those who are not covered by higher pension option. It will also benefit the BSNL Recruits in calculation of gratuity.
The General Secretary, BMS Shri Ravindra Himte Ji writes to the Hon’ble Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Ji highlighting concerns over incorrect representation made by BSNL Management on key issues. GS BMS has requested the Hon’ble MoC to kindly take note of the factual position and issue appropriate directions to BSNL and DoT to act strictly in accordance with the assurances already given.
BSNL Corporate Office issued instructions to all Circle Heads regarding furnishing of Data on rotation of officers holding sensitive posts. The required information should reach Corporate Office in the prescribed format as per letter positively by 05.01.2026 for October 2025 to December 2025 quarter for further submission to CVC.
The information to be sent to agmpersonnel1@gmail.com/agmpers1sts@bsnl.co.in and followed by its hard copy.
As we step into the New Year, AIGETOA extends warm greetings and best wishes to all members and their families.
May 2026 bring good health, happiness, and renewed strength. We look forward to another year of unity, constructive engagement, and continued efforts to safeguard the interests and dignity of BSNL executives.
Together, let us move ahead with confidence and commitment.
