May the spirit of King Mahabali’s reign inspire harmony, prosperity, unity, and happiness in every home.
Wishing all our members, colleagues, friends and their families a blessed and prosperous Onam filled with joy, abundance and togetherness.
Happy Thiruvonam! 🌺
BSNL Corporate Office has conveyed the approval of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) regarding the appointment of Ms. Vatchala Cari, IRS as Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO), BSNL.
The appointment is for an initial period of three years from the date of assumption of charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
The Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, has taken cognizance of the issues raised by the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) regarding the long-pending HR and service-related issues in BSNL.
Dy. Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), New Delhi has referred to BDM’s notice dated 25.05.2026 and highlighted key issues including implementation of 3rd PRC, settlement of pending 2nd PRC matters, One Company-One Policy, timely promotions, withdrawal of the SET Recruitment Process, pending HR Committee reports and compassionate appointments.
The Regional Labour Commissioner has asked the concerned authority to take appropriate action and submit a status report/action taken report on the matter.
Further, Upon the follow-up by Team AIGETOA with the Office of Chief Labour Commissioner, it was conveyed that status report and action taken on issues is being called for from BSNL and DOT. Thereafter, If required the joint meeting with the concerned authorities along with BDM may be held.
The Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) writes to Hon’ble Prime Minister of India with detailed representation seeking time-bound implementation of the recommendations of the Committee on Public Undertakings (COPU) concerning BSNL and removal of disparities in service conditions among different categories of employees.
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The representation highlights the need for:
BDM has emphasized that BSNL is a strategic national asset and that the Government’s investments in its revival need to be complemented by operational reforms, a motivated workforce and effective HR policies.
BDM has requested the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s kind and personal intervention for expeditious implementation of the COPU recommendations and necessary directions to DoT/BSNL.
The Standard Pay Scale case was listed today at Sr. No. 76. However, due to paucity of time, the Hon’ble Court Chandigarh could hear matters only up to Sr. No. 71, and therefore the matter could not be taken up.
The case has been adjourned and is now listed for 21st September 2026.
Further updates will be shared as and when the matter is taken up.
BSNL Corporate Office has issued directions to all Circle Heads for observance of Hindi Day and Hindi Pakhwada 2026. The directions issued by the Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India regarding observance of Hindi Day on 14 September 2026 and organization of Hindi Pakhwada during September 2026.
All BSNL Circles/offices have been advised to organise Hindi Pakhwada by including Hindi Day in either the first or second fortnight of September 2026, as per local convenience.
AIGETOA extends its heartfelt greetings to all BSNL executives, members, employees and their families on the auspicious occasion of the 80th Independence Day of our nation.
This historic day reminds us of the immense sacrifices made by our freedom fighters in securing our freedom. Let us honour their legacy by upholding the values of unity, integrity, dedication and service to the nation.
As telecom professionals, let us reaffirm our commitment to strengthening BSNL, empowering digital connectivity and contributing towards a strong, self-reliant and digitally empowered India.
Let us continue to work with dedication and collective resolve towards building a stronger nation and a better future.
Jai Hind !!!
GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL with respect to the accountability model, KPI re-anchoring and Standard Operating Procedure for BTS Fault Management issued under OM No. BSNLCO-CMQS/22/1/2023-NWO CM II dated 24.07.2026 with a request for withdrawal in the present form and provision of enabling BTS infrastructure update before any punitive KPI linkage.
AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL regarding removal of discriminatory service and retirement benefit conditions applicable to BSNL-recruited employees vis-Ă -vis DoT-absorbed employees. The association requested for review of Voluntary Retirement (VR) facility, parity in terminal benefits, Earned Leave encashment, post-retirement medical benefits, gratuity ceiling and refund of Superannuation Benefit (SAB) contribution.
There are long-standing disparities between BSNL-recruited and DoT-absorbed employees, particularly regarding Voluntary Retirement after 20 years of service, full Earned Leave encashment, post-retirement medical benefits, SAB contribution and enhancement of gratuity ceiling from â‚ą20 lakh to â‚ą25 lakh.
The Association requested for suitable amendments to ensure equitable treatment and parity in service and terminal benefits for BSNL-recruited employees.
AIGETOA writes to Secretary (Telecom) seeking intervention on the applicability of SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS reservation, age relaxation and other concessions in the contractual recruitment of General Managers in BSNL’s Finance and Telecom streams.
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AIGETOA urged to consider experienced internal executives by recognizing their domain expertise, responsibilities and comparable work experience, instead of relying exclusively on external recruitment.
AIGETOA has requested intervention for review of the eligibility conditions, with priority to considering competent and experienced internal BSNL executives for these posts.