Team AIGETOA CHQ Shri Ravishil Verma (General Secretary), Shri G. Veerabhadra Rao (All India President), Shri Aftab Ahmed Khan (Chief Patron & National Convenor) and Shri Pavan Akhand (Deputy General Secretary) on 28th April 2026 attended the meeting with the CMD BSNL and discussed in detail the long-pending issue of HR Committee Reports, transfers under the OTP, including hard tenure transfers, and cases on humanitarian grounds. The association highlighted the urgency of early execution of all pending OTP cases to address growing concerns among executives.
1] HR Committee Reports & Implementation:
AIGETOA also discussed the status of various committees constituted on HR issues and strongly urged the CMD to approve the pending committee reports at the earliest. It was further requested that the approved recommendations be implemented in toto and that the present rates/benefits be extended to BSNL employees without further delay, as these measures are crucial for addressing long-standing HR concerns and improving employee welfare.
2] Pending OTP Transfers & Hard Tenure Relieving:
AIGETOA brought to the notice of CMD that many executives serving in hard tenure circles have already completed their tenure but are still awaiting transfer and relieving orders since July 2025. At the same time, several executives empanelled under OTP are also awaiting posting orders to hard tenure circles. It was emphasized that due to the variation in tenure periods (1½, 2, and 2½ years) and annual execution of OTP, many executives completing tenure between June 2026 and March 2027 may be deprived of consideration. AIGETOA requested that OTP orders may be issued up to March 2027 based on submitted choices, with relieving upon completion of tenure, and that all eligible applicants for hard tenure postings be duly considered without omission.
3] Consideration of Cut-off Date for 31.03.2027 or atleast 31.12.2026:
It was firmly proposed that the cut-off date be extended to 31.03.2027 instead of 31.03.2026 as being contemplated by management. At the very least, 31.12.2026 should be considered to ensure fairness and uniformity.
4] Consideration of Own Cost OTP Duration of 2 years:
The proposal to extend Own Cost OTP duration to 4 years was opposed. AIGETOA demanded continuation of the existing provision of 2 years.
5] Humanitarian Grounds & Family Hardships:
The association strongly urged that OTP requests be considered sympathetically on humanitarian grounds, including medical issues of self and dependents, caregiver responsibilities, spouse grounds, children’s education, and cases of executives above 58 years or nearing retirement. It was emphasized that such considerations are essential to balance organizational requirements with employee welfare.
6] Return to Parent Circle (Non-Hard Tenure Cases):
AIGETOA requested that executives transferred from their home circles to other non-hard tenure circles on long-stay grounds be given an opportunity to return to their preferred circles. It was further requested that all such cases due up to 31.03.2027 be considered, especially in view of the annual transfer cycle.
7] Utilization of Experienced Executives in Non-Territorial Circles:
AIGETOA highlighted the need for optimal utilization of experienced executives posted in specialized/non-territorial circles. It was requested that such executives be retained or posted within similar specialized environments to effectively utilize their expertise and maintain operational efficiency.
8] Return to Parent Circle for LICE AGM Cases:
The association raised the issue of executives transferred due to LICE AGM promotions and requested that they be allowed to return to their parent circles, especially where long-stay criteria were not met. It was also highlighted that many executives had earlier moved under OTP on genuine grounds but were subsequently transferred again due to promotion, creating hardship and a perception of promotion acting as a penalty. AIGETOA requested a one-time relaxation to address such cases.
AIGETOA urged CMD for expeditious execution of all the HR Committee Reports and its implementation at the earliest possible, all pending OTP transfers, including hard tenure cases, AGM LICE cases, inter-circle transfers, and humanitarian cases, ensuring a balanced approach between organizational needs and employee welfare. It was emphasized that timely action would significantly reduce hardships, improve morale, and strengthen confidence among executives.
AIGETOA remains hopeful for a fair and timely decision that will address the long-pending concerns of executives.