The long-pending promotions from AO to CAO grade have finally been issued today. The journey has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride, with several hurdles along the way.

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After the favourable court outcome, differing opinions and the concurrence of GS MA on the proposed ad hoc promotions nearly derailed the entire process. Moreover, the proposed arrangement was not even a proper ad hoc promotion, but merely a temporary arrangement similar to LA.

Thanks to the wisdom and constructive approach of officers from the SEA and Personnel Sections, coupled with the consistent and determined pursuance by Team AIGETOA, the process of regular promotions was finally put back on track.

The next major hurdle came when the proposed promotions were initially restricted to vacancies up to VY 2022, which would have resulted in promotions for only a limited number of officers. AIGETOA pursued the matter consistently and finally, success was achieved in securing the maximum possible vacancies up to VY 2023.

While a few eligible officers are still awaiting their due promotions, our efforts will continue until their legitimate cases are also resolved and the remaining promotions become a reality.

Another important aspect was our request to the management to ensure that transfers arising out of these promotions are need-based and that options are invited from the concerned officers before anyone is displaced. We are thankful to the management for considering this request.

AIGETOA sincerely expresses its gratitude to all those whose dedicated efforts made this achievement possible, particularly: The SEA Team and DPC Team, The Personnel Team, led by Shri Rajeev Kaushik Ji, Shri Shailendra Bhardwaj Ji, PGM (Finance), Shri R K Nelli Ji, former PGM (Legal), and the Legal Team, Director (Finance), Director (HR) & CMD BSNL.

We deeply appreciate the untiring efforts of the concerned officers and teams, whose constructive approach and support helped overcome the numerous obstacles in the way of these long-awaited promotions.

Congratulations to all officers promoted from AO to CAO grade!

This achievement reinforces our resolve that sustained follow-up, constructive engagement and persistent efforts can deliver results, even in the face of complex hurdles.

AIGETOA assures all remaining eligible officers that we will continue to pursue their cases with the same determination until they too receive their rightful promotions.

Telecom Prabhari, Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, Serves Pre-Notice to the Hon’ble Minister of Communications for “Nationwide Aandolan by BMS”, Seeking Immediate Resolution of BSNL Employees’ Long-Pending Issues, Including Implementation of the 3rd PRC, Settlement of Residual Issues of the 2nd PRC, Standard Pay Scales of E2 for JTO/JAO/Equivalent Grades and E3 for SDE/AO/Equivalent Grades, Extension of the Initial Basic Pay of ₹35,400 to BSNL-Recruited JEs, and Full 30% Contribution Towards Superannuation Benefits (SAB) for BSNL Recruits.

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On behalf of the executives and non-executives of BSNL, BMS has submitted that these long-pending issues now warrant decisive intervention by the Government of India. BMS has urged the Ministry to immediately initiate a concrete, time-bound action plan to resolve these issues within the stipulated period. Through this pre-notice, BMS has sought the urgent intervention of the Hon’ble Minister of Communications (HMoC) for the timely fulfilment of the following demands within a period of two months:

1] Implementation of the 3rd PRC in BSNL:

A time-bound decision on granting BSNL the necessary waiver from the affordability clause to facilitate the implementation of the 3rd PRC. This would also pave the way for resolving the long-pending issue of pension revision for BSNL/MTNL employees. BMS has also demanded the extension of the initial basic pay of ₹35,400 to BSNL-recruited JEs.

2] Settlement of Residual Issues of the 2nd PRC:

Early resolution of the pending issues concerning the standard pay scales of E2 for JTO/JAO-equivalent grades and E3 for SDE/AO-equivalent grades, along with the implementation of the full 30% contribution towards Superannuation Benefits (SAB) for BSNL recruits.

BMS has emphatically contended that legitimate employee benefits must not be denied on grounds of affordability or profitability, particularly when the organization is entrusted with vital national responsibilities that take precedence over purely commercial considerations. BSNL employees have served in the remotest corners of the country, contributed to the deployment of the indigenous 4G stack, helped place Bharat among the select group of five nations possessing indigenous 4G technology, bridged the digital divide between rural and urban Bharat, and ensured uninterrupted telecom connectivity during natural calamities and challenging geopolitical situations.

Yet, these Telecom Warriors of the Nation continue to be denied their legitimate benefits on the grounds of affordability. It is high time that their invaluable contribution to nation-building was duly recognized and their legitimate demands were addressed with fairness and urgency.

BMS has called upon the Government to act decisively and resolve these issues within the stipulated two-month period. Should these issues remain unresolved beyond this deadline, BMS shall be constrained to launch a nationwide Aandolan under its banner in support of the legitimate demands of BSNL employees.

The DPC for promotion from AO to CAO was completed on 23rd October 2026, as informed earlier.

In the latest development, BSNL Corporate Office has called for posting options from eligible executives, seeking their preferences for three stations. All CGMs have been requested to ensure that the options reach BSNL Corporate Office positively by the stipulated deadline of 5:30 PM on 26th October 2026. This is required for early issuance of Promotion Orders.

AIGETOA welcomes this positive change in the management’s approach. In the past, it was observed that almost 100% of executives promoted to higher grades were transferred randomly to other circles, causing considerable hardship and disruption to their personal and family lives.

During the agenda meeting held on 6th October 2026, AIGETOA strongly raised the issue of indiscriminate transfers on promotion and advocated a more considerate and pragmatic approach. The Association suggested that transfers should be kept to the bare minimum and that posting preferences should be obtained from willing candidates, enabling promotions to be effected with minimal disruption.

The present initiative of seeking posting options is a welcome step in the direction advocated by AIGETOA. The Association expects BSNL Management to carry this approach forward, minimize avoidable displacement, and expedite the issuance of promotion orders.

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AIGETOA CHQ held its Central Executive Committee (CEC) Meeting on 7th and 8th October 2026 at New Delhi, under the chairmanship of All India President Shri G. Veerabhadra Rao. The meeting was attended by Chief Patron & National Convener Shri Aftab Ahamad Khan, Chairman Shri Amit Roy, General Secretary Shri Ravi Shil Verma, CHQ office bearers and CEC members. Shri Ashok Kumar, All India Secretary and Telecom Prabhari, BMS, was also present during the deliberations.

The meeting deliberated extensively on the long-pending HR issues of BSNL executives, including Pay, Pension, Promotions, the 3rd Pay Revision Committee (PRC), standard pay scales, restructuring, regular appointment of CMD BSNL, transfer-related grievances and the overall viability and growth of BSNL. After detailed discussions, the House adopted resolutions outlining the Association’s priorities and the future course of action.

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1. Pay, Pension, Promotions and 3rd PRC

The House decided to closely monitor the progress of assurances given by BSNL Management on long-pending HR issues. A systematic issue-wise review mechanism will be established to track the status of each demand, seek definite timelines and pursue unresolved matters with BSNL Management and DoT.

AIGETOA reaffirmed its commitment to securing the implementation of the 3rd PRC with the necessary affordability clause waiver, resolution of residual issues of the 2nd PRC and implementation of standard pay scales of E2 for JTO/JAO and E3 for SDE/AO.

2. Nationwide BMS Movement for 3rd PRC and Residual Issues of 2nd PRC

After detailed deliberations on the current AUAB programme, the House unanimously decided that AIGETOA would not join the current AUAB programme unless AUAB agreed to the formation of a Joint Action Committee (JAC) involving the concerned platforms, including BMS and BTEU, with a mutually agreed common minimum programme.

The House emphasized that the affordability waiver for BSNL, implementation of the 3rd PRC, resolution of residual issues of the 2nd PRC, standard pay scales and restructuring-related concerns must be pursued in a coordinated manner.

The meeting also welcomed the assurance of BMS to pursue the matter at the highest level, including engagement with the concerned Ministers and the Prime Minister’s Office. It was decided to seek intervention of the Hon’ble Minister of Communications through a pre-notice, allowing a period of two months for resolution, failing which a nationwide Andolan under the banner of BMS would be launched in support of the 3rd PRC and residual issues of the 2nd PRC. Memoranda and requests for meetings with concerned dignitaries will also be pursued.

3. Opposition to Arbitrary Restructuring in BSNL

The House reiterated its opposition to the proposed restructuring model being implemented in Uttarakhand and resolved to pursue its rollback and restoration of the earlier status.

AIGETOA emphasized that any restructuring must be based on a transparent assessment of workload, operational requirements, technical responsibilities, cadre strength and career progression. The Association will seek detailed consultations with Management before decisions affecting executives and field units are implemented.

The House also resolved to demand that any model for strengthening rural connectivity should be accompanied by adequate government funding through Digital Bharat Nidhi or appropriate arrangements for bringing BSNL back into the DoT fold, with employees deployed on such projects treated on deputation to DoT. BMS assured its support for pursuing this demand.

4. Regular Appointment of CMD BSNL

The House resolved to continue pursuing the appointment of a regular CMD BSNL through the prescribed, transparent and merit-based selection process. The Association will continue its campaign and representations to the concerned authorities until a regular CMD is appointed, emphasizing the need for stable leadership, accountability and effective decision-making for BSNL’s revival.

5. Scrapping of Lateral Recruitment Above JTO/JAO Levels

The House decided to continue AIGETOA’s efforts through legal and organizational channels against lateral recruitment processes above JTO/JAO levels, including contractual and permanent recruitment.

The Association will continue pursue timely promotions, transparent selection procedures and appropriate cadre management to safeguard the legitimate career progression and promotional avenues of serving BSNL executives.

6. Transfer Policy, OTP Window and Hard-Tenure Relieving

The House resolved to pursue a comprehensive, transparent and uniform transfer policy that fairly addresses the genuine personal, family, medical and other eligible hardship cases of executives.

The key demands include:

• Periodic opening of the Online Transfer Portal (OTP), preferably during October, with due consideration of pending requests.
• Timely relieving of executives who have completed their prescribed hard tenure.
• Fair consideration of eligible immunity cases and genuine hardship representations.
• Issuance of a modified and comprehensive transfer policy in consultation with the recognized executive association.
• Uniform implementation of sensitive-post guidelines and applicable immunity provisions under REA 2014 and subsequent modifications.
• Recording of eligible retention in the transfer order itself.
• Uniform implementation of exemptions already granted in unimplemented cases and settlement of choice-posting cases involving executives displaced under long-stay provisions.

7. Restoration of Medical Reimbursement Benefits and LTC

The House resolved to vigorously pursue restoration of medical reimbursement benefits with protection of the applicable Dearness Allowance (DA), along with restoration of Leave Travel Concession (LTC) facilities on an equitable basis.

The Association emphasized that these benefits are essential employee welfare measures and that an early decision is required to protect the interests of executives and their families.

8. Compensatory Off for Field Executives

Recognizing the operational responsibilities of executives in field units, including network maintenance, fault rectification and customer services, the House resolved to demand a suitable compensatory-off mechanism for eligible executives required to work on notified holidays or weekly off days due to operational exigencies.

AIGETOA will seek uniform guidelines covering eligibility, approval, recording of duty and availing of compensatory off.

9. Revision of Perks and Allowances

The House decided to pursue an early and comprehensive revision of perks and allowances payable to BSNL executives, particularly Transport Allowance, in view of rising commuting expenses and the overall increase in the cost of living.

The Association will seek restoration and rationalization of employee benefits and equitable treatment across eligible categories.

10. Strengthening BSNL’s Viability and Operational Performance

The House reaffirmed AIGETOA’s commitment to strengthening BSNL as a strategic public sector telecommunications enterprise while continuing to pursue the legitimate service interests of its executives.

Key priorities include timely pan-India implementation of 4G, early rollout of 5G services, network expansion, improved service quality, strengthening of field units, effective utilization of technical manpower, greater operational autonomy, indigenous telecommunications technology and sustainable revenue growth.

CHQ will identify critical operational bottlenecks and submit suitable recommendations to BSNL Management and the concerned authorities to improve service delivery, customer satisfaction and competitiveness.

Commitment to Action and Organizational Unity

The CEC concluded with a reaffirmation of AIGETOA’s commitment to safeguarding the legitimate interests of BSNL executives, resolving long-pending HR issues and contributing constructively to the revival and growth of BSNL.

The House resolved that all demands would be pursued vigorously with BSNL Management, DoT, DPE and other competent authorities, including the concerned Ministries. Progress will be reviewed periodically, and appropriate organizational programmes will be considered wherever necessary in accordance with the decisions of the House.

All CHQ, Circle and District office bearers were urged to maintain organizational unity, discipline, coordination and commitment while implementing the decisions of the CEC.

AIGETOA CHQ remains committed to pursuing its core agenda of Pay, Pension, Promotions and Profitability, with sustained efforts towards the resolution of long-pending issues and a stronger, viable and professionally empowered BSNL.

GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL seeking his intervention on ensuring the waiver from affordability clause for implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL, implementation of E2/E3 pay scales, and increase in SAB contribution for BSNL Recruits taking up the matter a fresh through communication to DoT.

With reference to the discussions held and conclusions reached during the agenda meeting with BSNL Management under the chairmanship of Director (HR) on 6th October 2026, GS AIGETOA has written to CMD BSNL, seeking his intervention with DoT on the following long-pending issues affecting BSNL executives and BSNL-recruited employees.

1] Waiver from the Affordability Clause for Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL: Fresh Communication from CMD BSNL to DoT with Justification’s

AIGETOA highlighted that, following the approval of the proposal for extending the benefits of the 3rd PRC to BSNL executives by the BSNL Board, BSNL had sent multiple communications directly from CMD BSNL/Director (HR) to DoT, explaining the need for an affordability waiver.

In this context, AIGETOA has requested CMD BSNL to issue a fresh communication to DoT, highlighting BSNL’s present role in projects of national importance and the need to extend the benefits of the 3rd PRC to its employees in recognition of their extraordinary contribution to nation-building. The communication should also highlight BSNL’s efforts towards realizing the national vision of a Swadeshi 4G stack, bridging the digital divide between rural and urban India, strengthening rural connectivity, and providing network coverage to uncovered villages through the 4G Saturation Project.

AIGETOA has strongly demanded that this communication be issued at the earliest so that, with the strong backing of BSNL Management and appropriate justifications, the matter can be pursued more effectively by the AIGETOA team, BDM and BMS with the concerned authorities and departments.

2] Implementation of E2/E3 Pay Scales for JTO/JAO and SDE/AO-Directions to the concerned cell for sending a fresh communication to DoT presenting all the relevant facts and reiterating the Board Decisions

During the meeting, AIGETOA placed on record its objection to BSNL’s contention that the matter had attained finality, particularly in view of the ongoing examination of the issue by DoT and BSNL’s own affidavit in the court case filed by AIGETOA, wherein the BSNL Board’s recommendations for the E2 and E3 pay scales were reiterated.

The Association requested that the matter be pursued afresh with DoT rather than repeatedly relying on the earlier communication issued in 2022 to SNEA, which was accepted by SNEA during the CLC proceedings, in which AIGETOA was not even a party.

AIGETOA has demanded for the directions to the concerned cell to send a comprehensive communication to DoT, presenting all relevant facts and reiterating the BSNL Board’s recommendations. The Association has emphasized that the long-pending issue must be pursued effectively with DoT to secure a resolution in the interest of the affected BSNL executives.

3] Increase in SAB Contribution – Intervention in issuance of the Orders for increase in SAB Contribution and its further enhancement thereof

During the meeting, AIGETOA highlighted that the issue of increasing the Superannuation Benefit (SAB) contribution had received renewed attention following the sustained efforts of AIGETOA and BDM, along with the intervention of the Hon’ble MoSC.

Following continuous persuasion, it was informed that the BSNL Management Committee had recommended an increase in the SAB contribution. However, despite this recommendation, the necessary orders have not yet been issued.

AIGETOA has demanded that the approved increase in SAB contribution be notified without further delay. The Association has also sought further enhancement of the contribution to at least 3%, as assured by CMD BSNL during various discussions beginning in October 2024, keeping in view the welfare and retirement security of BSNL-recruited employees.

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During the recent agenda meeting with BSNL Management, AIGETOA CHQ strongly raised the issue of the proper upkeep and maintenance of Inspection Quarters (IQs) across BSNL. AIGETOA also suggested that, if BSNL is unable to maintain these facilities effectively, the possibility of maintaining them through recognised associations on a cooperative basis should be explored.

In response, the Management assured AIGETOA that proper upkeep and maintenance of IQs would be ensured and that sufficient funds were being released for this purpose.

Following this assurance, BSNL Management has issued instructions dated 17.10.2026 to all Chief General Managers (CGMs), directing them to prepare estimates for the renovation of Inspection Quarters, except standalone IQs, and submit the same to BSNL Corporate Office for administrative approval within one week.

While this may appear to be a small issue, the Management’s action in response to the commitment made during the agenda meeting with AIGETOA is a positive step towards strengthening mutual trust and ensuring that issues raised by the Association receive due attention.

AIGETOA CHQ appreciates the proactive response of BSNL Management and thanks the Management for taking action on this issue, which, though small, is significant for executives working in the field and for improving the facilities available to them.

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BSNL Corporate Office has declared the merit list of candidates for promotion to the grade of Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom) [JTO (T)] under the 50% internal quota for vacancy year 2024. The merit list has been prepared based on the performance of candidates in the Limited Internal Competitive Examination (LICE) conducted on 17 May 2026 and 26 July 2026 (the latter examination being conducted for the Andhra Pradesh Circle Centre only).

AIGETOA extends its heartfelt congratulations to all successful candidates whose names have been included in the declared merit list.

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In line with the call given by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM), protest demonstrations were held across the country against the issuance of the Senior Executive Trainee (SET) Recruitment Notification dated 29.01.2026 by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL).

The protest was held under the unified banner of BDM, with active participation of executives from all constituent associations. Through these demonstrations, BDM reiterated its strong demand to immediately withdraw the SET recruitment notification and urged the management to focus on resolving long-pending HR issues affecting serving executives.

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A crucial joint online meeting of CHQ representatives from all constituent associations and unions of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) is scheduled for today, dated 8th May 2025 at 8:00 pm. The primary agenda is to discuss and strategize the upcoming Agitational Notice program and to review the ongoing developments at BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi. The meeting will also include a detailed discussion on the agenda meeting conducted by BSNL Management on Monday regarding our demands mentioned in the BDM notice dated 01.05.2025.

Following this, a meeting of office bearers of AIGETOA CS-CP-CHQ will be held on Friday, dated 9th May 2025 at 8:00 pm.

These meetings are crucial in aligning our efforts and strengthening our collective efforts to seek resolution of our long-pending issues. Your active participation, contribution and valuable inputs are essential in shaping the direction and outcome of these deliberations.

With extreme grief, we bring to you the sad news of the demise of mother of Sh Saikat Das, Circle President Kolkata Telecom Circle. She left for her heavenly abode yesterday evening.

AIGETOA CHQ prays to the almighty to provide his family with sufficient strength and courage to tide over the crisis and for bearing this irreparable loss. We also pray so that the eternal soul rests in peace.