[Report by JS South Nithya Jerald]
The AIGETOA Tamil Nadu Circle Annual General Body Meeting was held on 21 January 2026 at Jeeva Jothi Hall, Coimbatore, with strong participation from Circle and District office bearers, collegium members, and representatives from various BSNL Business Areas. The gathering reflected the unity and organisational strength of the Association in the circle.
The AGM was attended by Sh Ravi Shil Verma, General Secretary, AIGETOA, Sh Nithya Jerald, Joint Secretary (South), AIGETOA and Sh V. Shankar, ITS, PGM, BSNL Coimbatore BA, who graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Leaders from other BSNL associations and unions were also present in solidarity.
The session was presided over by Circle President Shri Rajavel I. The programme began with a flag hoisting ceremony. The National Flag was hoisted by the General Secretary, followed by the AIGETOA flag hoisting by the Circle President.
The welcome address was delivered by Shri Arun Vinu Shankar, Circle Secretary, followed by the Presidential Address. A motivational address was delivered by the Joint Secretary (South) along with TN Circle Chairman Shri Dr. V. Subramanian. The morning session also included a special host address by Shri R. Moorthy, District Secretary, AIGETOA Coimbatore.
During the open session, the General Secretary addressed members’ queries on key issues such as PRC and pay scale matters, pay loss, SAB and pension issues, promotions, and transfers. He elaborated on AIGETOA’s vision and the future course of action, while emphasizing the need for collective effort to secure tangible results.
The Chief Guest delivered an insightful address on HR practices in BSNL and reviewed the performance of Coimbatore Business Area, appreciating the role of executives in strengthening the organization.
The Circle Finance Report for 2024–2025 was presented by Shri Prabhakaran B, Circle Finance Secretary.
Elections to the vacant posts of the AIGETOA Tamil Nadu Circle Governing Committee were conducted smoothly and democratically in accordance with AIGETOA bylaws. The following office bearers were elected:
Circle President – Shri M. Senthil Kumar
Circle Vice President I – Shri K. M. Balaji
Circle Secretary – Shri I. Rajavel
An oath-taking ceremony was conducted for the newly elected committee members.
The AGM was anchored by Shri Burugula Mahender and Smt. Shyamala D, and concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Shri Senthil T, Assistant District Secretary, AIGETOA Coimbatore.
The meeting concluded with a clear message of unity and determination
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