A meeting convened by the CMD, BSNL with the General Secretaries of all recognized Associations and Unions of BSNL was held on 21st July 2026 at late evening. The meeting witnessed detailed deliberations on the proposed Pilot Organisational Restructuring in Uttarakhand Circle, long-pending HR issues and representations relating to transfers and OTP requests.

A detailed discussion was held between the BSNL Management and the representatives of AIGETOA and BTEU regarding the proposed Organisational Restructuring in Uttarakhand Circle. During the meeting, the Associations placed the following categorical submissions:

1] Complete Rollback of the Uttarakhand Restructuring Plan:

Complete rollback of the Uttarakhand Restructuring Plan remains our primary and non-negotiable demand. Instead of unilateral implementation, BSNL Management should initiate detailed consultations with recognised Unions and Associations and evolve a well-considered proposal without disturbing the existing three-tier structure of Corporate Office, Circle and Business Area (BA). While we fully appreciate the importance of strengthening rural connectivity, the same should be achieved within the existing organisational framework without adversely impacting revenue-generating areas.

2] Government Status for BSNL Employees if Restructuring is Government-Driven:

If the Management maintains that the restructuring is being driven by higher authorities in DoT and the Ministry, it clearly establishes that BSNL remains the principal vehicle for achieving the Government’s telecom objectives. In such a situation, we demanded that all BSNL employees should be brought on Government rolls on the lines of the erstwhile Ordnance Factory Board employees and be extended the benefits of the 7th/8th Central Pay Commission along with Government Pension.

3] Transparent Business and Revenue Justification:

The Management should not present a vague proposal. The restructuring plan must clearly explain the business model, financial rationale, expected revenue growth, operational benefits and profitability arising out of the proposed changes. The Associations categorically stated that any proposal adversely affecting the revenue-generating capabilities of the Circles will not be acceptable.

4] Opposition of Posting SDEs at Block Level & JTOs at GP Level:

We strongly opposed the proposal of posting SDEs at Block Level and JTOs at Gram Panchayat Level. The existing manpower is already inadequate to handle the present workload. Such an arrangement would only overburden executives and adversely affect service delivery. Fresh recruitment should be undertaken at entry level, while outsourced manpower may be utilized at the GP level wherever required. Further, specialized activities such as Transmission, Core Network, OFC and other technical domains must continue to be handled by specialized officers. Expecting every JTO/SDE to perform all specialized functions is neither practical nor acceptable.

5] Provision of Adequate Resources and Infrastructure:

Adequate resources, maintenance funds, infrastructure and vehicles must be provided before assigning additional responsibilities to field units.

6] Consideration of Hilly Terrain and Ground Realities:

The unique geographical and operational challenges of hilly and difficult terrains must be factored into any restructuring plan. Uniform implementation without considering ground realities will adversely affect service quality as well as employees.

7] Simultaneous Resolution of Long-Pending HR Issues:

All pending HR issues, promotions, career progression, pay-related matters and other long-pending employee concerns must be resolved simultaneously instead of introducing additional administrative burdens.

8] Rollback of Arbitrary Transfers and Postings:

Team AIGETOA also demanded that the arbitrary transfer and posting orders issued in connection with the restructuring exercise should be rolled back immediately, and appropriate modification, retention or cancellation orders should be issued after considering genuine hardship cases.

Team AIGETOA also apprised the Management about the discussions held with the Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications and once again requested the Management to comply with the directions issued by him. The Management acknowledged the same.

The Management noted all the submissions and assured that it remains open to suggestions. However, it indicated that a complete rollback may not be possible at this stage. The Association reiterated that the ongoing implementation must be stopped immediately until meaningful consultations are completed and a mutually acceptable framework is evolved.

It was finally decided that the discussions will continue in the next meeting scheduled on 24th July 2026 (Friday). The CGM, Uttarakhand Circle will also participate in the meeting, and representatives from the AIGETOA Uttarakhand Circle will join the CHQ team during the discussions.

The issue of handing back BSNL’s assets from the DoT to BSNL has been one of the long-pending demands consistently pursued by AIGETOA. We have been regularly raising this issue, including during our recent meeting with the Hon’ble Minister.

We are happy to share that the matter has finally received due attention with intervention from Hon’ble Minister and necessary directions have been issued to the DoT to examine the submissions of AIGETOA and take appropriate action for accommodating the needs of BSNL for co-existence of ALTTC and NCA together.

We hope this positive development will lead to an early decision on handing over ALTTC, Ghaziabad, to BSNL or Co-existence of both the institutes. With our efforts, we have been able to open the chapter again and AIGETOA will continue to follow up the matter till the resolution.

AIGETOA CHQ Members present in Delhi met Director (HR) today and demanded that responsibility be fixed for the delay in the consideration/decision of executives’ representations.

We apprised him that an executive suffered an untimely demise due to a massive cardiac arrest last week. We apprised that non-consideration of his case, despite him being eligible for transfer immunity as the caregiver of a more than 70% differently abled child and despite the relevant entry being available in ERP, cannot be ruled out as one of the significant factors in aggravating the prolonged stress.

We categorically stated that we are not concerned about who is issuing directions. We are concerned about the officer responsible on paper for violating the approved Transfer Policy and issuing orders based on individual discretion rather than the policy-driven SOPs. We are also not concerned about who is running the show. Our concern is about who was responsible for taking the decision and who has delayed the decision.

Although a Dashboard Review Meeting was in progress, we struck on our demand to meet him immediately and ensured that our team was heard. Director (HR) assured us that necessary action would be taken. We demanded not only the immediate disposal of the pending grievances but also for fixing of the responsibility and the initiation of appropriate disciplinary/penal action against those found responsible.

We conveyed that if the management still fails to wake up to the gravity of the situation, the day is not far when employees across BSNL will be compelled to come onto the streets in pursuit of their genuine grievances.

As CMD BSNL was not available in the office, we shall be meeting him in the evening to convey the same concern and resentment.

Team AIGETOA has also apprised the teams of the Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications (MoSC) and the Hon’ble Minister of Communications (MoC) about this incident and the circumstances associated with it. We are also trying to meet them in person before the next HR Review Meeting on AIGETOA’s submissions, which is scheduled to be held later this week.

AIGETOA has written to the Secretary (Telecom), Government of India, seeking immediate intervention against the arbitrary implementation of transfers and postings in BSNL without adherence to the approved Transfer Policy and SOPs, complete disregard of genuine hardship cases, and the need for an independent inquiry following the recent unfortunate demise of a BSNL executive who was under severe stress despite being eligible for transfer immunity as the caregiver of a specially-abled child.

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The Association has highlighted serious violations of the approved Transfer Policy, lack of transparency, delays in disposal of transfer representations, and non-consideration of genuine hardship cases. It has urged DoT to conduct an independent inquiry into the recent transfer exercise, review all pending hardship cases, ensure strict implementation of the approved Transfer Policy, fix accountability for policy violations and delays, and introduce systemic reforms to restore transparency, fairness and humanitarian consideration in the transfer process.

Dear BSNL Colleagues,

Submit your leave application today and participate in the One-Day Mass Leave on 22 July 2026 in support of our long-pending demands:

• Implementation of 3rd PRC (Waiver of Affordability Clause).
• Delinking Pension Revision from Profitability.
• Settlement of E2-E3 Scales, 30% SAB & Pay Loss Issues.
• One Company – One Policy (Parity in Pay, Perks & Promotions).
• Internal Management Hierarchy & Promotions.
• Scrapping of SET, GM (Contract) Recruitment.
• JE Pay Scales & NEPP Revision.
• 5 Advance Increments for JTOs/JAOs/JEs.
• BSNL’s Operational Stability & Strategic Viability.
• Rollback unilateral Restg.

Strong participation will strengthen our collective voice and accelerate resolution of these issues.

🗓️22 July 2026 – One Day • One Voice • One Purpose

Our Patience Has Ended. Our Action Begins Now.

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In continuation of its sustained efforts for safeguarding the interests of BSNL and its executives, Team AIGETOA today had a detailed, exhaustive and pre-scheduled meeting with the Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications, Shri Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar Ji, at Sanchar Bhavan, New Delhi.

The meeting lasted for nearly 20-25 minutes, during which Team AIGETOA placed before the Hon’ble Minister a comprehensive memorandum covering all the major long-pending HR, organizational and policy issues affecting BSNL and its executives.

At the outset, Team AIGETOA expressed its gratitude to the Hon’ble Minister for sparing his valuable time despite his busy schedule. The team appreciated the Government’s continued commitment towards strengthening BSNL and highlighted that while BSNL has made remarkable progress in network expansion and business growth, the morale of its executives can be further strengthened only through timely resolution of the long-pending HR issues.

Detailed Discussion on Pending Committee Reports:

The team informed the Hon’ble Minister that despite his kind intervention and categorical directions to extend resolution of the issues in a time bound manner, the resolution is yet to be realized. We shared our understanding that BSNL Management is contemplating symbolic increase which is more intended towards complying to the directions of Hon’ble Minister than actual resolution. We stated that after much efforts and blessings of Hon’ble Minister, HR issues have gained priority but the management doesn’t appear to be very keen in resolving anything. We highlighted that as per our understanding, on all the issues viz SAB contribution increase, TA/DA revision, Medical Reimbursement Increase, things have been kept as a bare minimum and the revision of Transport Allowance has once again been dropped from the agenda. 

It was emphasized that these issues involve minimal financial implications but have a significant bearing on employee motivation, organizational stability and productivity. The Hon’ble Minister was requested to advise BSNL Management to expedite implementation of all pending committee recommendations including the increase in Transport allowance without further delay.

Hon’ble Minister discussed the issues and assured for his necessary intervention to ensure the things. He categorically stated that he will ensure that the residual issues of 2^nd PRC are resolved in totality to the best satisfaction of all the employees.

Uttarakhand Pilot Organisational Restructuring:

One of the major agenda items discussed during the meeting was the recently introduced Pilot Organisational Restructuring in Uttarakhand Circle.

Team AIGETOA apprised the Hon’ble Minister about the extensive feedback received from executives working across various circles. The team highlighted that the pilot restructuring, in its present form, has created widespread concern among field executives due to various operational, administrative and manpower-related issues.

It was submitted that the restructuring appears to have been implemented without adequate stakeholder consultation and without a comprehensive assessment of the actual operational and business requirements. The team explained that any restructuring exercise should strengthen BSNL’s service delivery and improve operational efficiency rather than create uncertainty among employees.

The Hon’ble Minister was requested to intervene urgently and advise BSNL Management to keep the implementation in abeyance until a detailed review is undertaken based on scientific manpower assessment, business requirements and stakeholder consultation.

Hon’ble Minister emphasized that since lot of government money has been invested for bridging the digital divide, the focus on strengthening the rural connectivity is a must. We said that management model is focused on SDE/JTOs doing all the multifaceted and specialized works which is not possible practically. We said existing setup is capable enough to take care of the concerns with respect to the rural network strength and the greater need is to provide the needed resources like vehicles, sufficient outsourcing staff etc. Hon’ble Minister assured that inputs will be examined and no implementation shall be unilateral.  He directed his team to talk to management and get a detailed report on the issue.

Hon’ble Minister however was very concerned about the huge down time of the BTSs and directed us to take care of that aspect. He said while government is getting focused on resolution of HR issues also but at the same time employees must take care of this critical aspect. We assured him that employees are and shall be taking best efforts but at the same time requested for provisioning of sufficient resources for O&M.

Discussion on Standard pay Scale of E2 for JTO/JAO Equivalent & E3 for SDE/AO/Equivalent:

Hon’ble Minister directed his team to immediately speak to the concerned section in DoT and ensure finalization of this long pending issue. However, it was intriguing to note that one association claiming itself to be representative of the executives has been confusing all with their immature handling of the issue and are making it hard to resolve. However, team AIGETOA had clarified the issue including that of extending five increments as an interim measure and made Hon’ble Minister aware about the criticality of both the issues and other pay losses faced by the executives recruited after 01.01.2007. HE firmly assured that residual issues of 2^nd PRC shall be taken care of.

Issue of 3^rd PRC:

He said government appreciates the demand but the issue needs wider involvement of the higher echelons in Government. He categorically stated that while DoT team has been directed to work on the issue of affordability waiver for BSNL, the final decision is beyond his jurisdiction. We emphasized that association has been reaching all the forums including PMO and we are very sure that government will definitely consider our genuine demand.

Issue of Promotions:

We highlighted the need for extending the promotions through alternate means as the regular promotional is not only choked due to lesser vacancies but also is not moving forward due to various litigations. We highlighted that even in PSUs like TCIL within DoT jurisdiction follows the alternate method then why BSNL is not trying to adopt the same approach. We once again explained that a proposal of personal upgradation duly signed by the three recognized associations of BSNL i.e. AIGETOA, SNEA and SEWA has been submitted to management and that is the best way to end the current stalemate in promotions. We also highlighted the various factors and the reluctance of management to move ahead with the proposal. Hon’ble Minister desired a brief note on all the issues which was duly submitted to his team after the meeting.  

Creation of a proper internal management hierarchy through timely promotions across all cadres and settlement of pending seniority disputes and Scrapping of the SET Recruitment and Contract GM Recruitment process and giving priority to experienced internal executives:

It was told by Hon’ble Minister that BSNL has informed that there is no body in the organization to take care of the higher responsibilities in the absence of ITS officers whose tenure is getting ended on 31^st December 2026. We showed the details of the available internal talent within BSNL including their service profile, experience, left out service and to what position, the executives can reach. We expressed that notion created by Management is not true and the qualified internal executives within the BSNL is sufficient to carry forward all the responsibilities including the higher-level posts. We also informed that despite stay on appointment, BSNL moved forward to conduct the exam which will raise future legal complexities as was observed in the case of Airport Authority of India. Hon’ble Minister assured that inputs of AIGETOA shall be examined and necessary action shall be taken to address the grievances. 

Rectification of various anomalies noticed in the recent executive transfer process and strict adherence to the Transfer Policy and OTP Policy:

It was informed that management has already been directed to ensure that the genuine inputs submitted by AIGETOA with respect to various discrepancies should be taken care of. In view of the no action on this yet, BSNL will be once again asked to ensure that the issues and the associated genuine cases submitted by AIGETOA is taken care of.

Implementation of “One Company – One Policy” ensuring parity in pay, perks and promotional opportunities between regular BSNL/MTNL employees and ITS officers on deputation:

We explained our submissions to the HR committee which was appreciated. It was informed DoT is already working on this and actions have been initiated.

Early appointment of a Regular CMD in BSNL/MTNL for continuity in decision-making and implementation of strategic telecom initiatives:

The notification has been issued and search committee is working on the same.

We also explained about the precarious position of JEs in BSNL who are taking a major share of load but have been denied proper pay, proper scale, proper promotions and even the proposed scales in wage negotiation have been very less vis-à-vis the market scenario. Hon’ble Minister assured to look into this critical aspect also.

The Hon’ble Minister patiently heard each of the issues raised by Team AIGETOA and personally went through the memorandum submitted during the meeting. He sought details on several issues and appreciated the comprehensive feedback received from the field level.

The Hon’ble Minister assured Team AIGETOA that the concerns raised during the meeting would be examined on priority and that necessary directions would be issued to BSNL Management for appropriate action. He also assured that the issues relating to the Uttarakhand Pilot Organisational Restructuring would receive due attention.

Team AIGETOA expressed its sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Minister for his patient hearing, positive approach and assurance of timely intervention.

The Association remains fully committed to pursuing all pending HR issues through constructive dialogue and continuous engagement with the Government and BSNL Management until their logical and satisfactory resolution.

In the evening, after the meeting with Hon’ble MoSC, Team AIGETOA met JS (Admin) as per the directions and apprised him about the discussions and pendency of the issues. The details of this meeting will be shared subsequently.

Team AIGETOA is committed to take all actions necessary to resolve the long pending issues of BSNL employees and request one and all to support us in our endeavour. Today is the last day of the change window and we appeal all the executives of BSNL to Join AIGETOA for a better and secure tomorrow.

Join AIGETOA, Strengthen the only voice which speaks in BSNL.

AIGETOA has strongly opposed BSNL’s notifications for contractual recruitment of General Managers (Telecom) and General Managers (Finance) and has urged the CMD, BSNL to immediately withdraw the notifications. AIGETOA has emphasized that BSNL already has thousands of highly qualified and experienced Telecom and Finance executives who are fully capable of handling these responsibilities.

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When executives continue to face prolonged promotional stagnation, recruiting senior officers from outside will further demoralize the existing workforce and undermine the confidence of dedicated employees. The Association also pointed out that senior management positions in a Government PSU require deep institutional knowledge and extensive experience in BSNL’s systems and procedures.

AIGETOA demand that the vacant General Manager posts be filled through the promotion of eligible internal executives, thereby recognizing the organization’s experienced talent pool and restoring the confidence and morale of BSNL executives.

The Chairman and Convener of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) writes to the Chairman and Convener of AUAB, proposing the constitution of a Joint Action Committee (JAC) comprising BDM and AUAB for the joint pursuit of common issues and collective struggle in the larger interest of BSNL employees.

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The recent Pilot Organisational Restructuring initiative in Uttarakhand has once again underlined the need for a strong and united response from all employee representative bodies. The Management proceeded with a major structural change without meaningful consultation with the representative forums, reinforcing the urgent need for coordinated action. Although the united efforts of employee organizations have temporarily stalled the implementation, the restructuring order has neither been withdrawn nor cancelled and may be revived at any time.

Encouragingly, the coordination displayed by the Circle representatives of different organizations during this issue demonstrated that whenever employee organizations work together, the confidence of employees is strengthened and the collective voice of the workforce becomes much more effective. BDM believes that the time has now come to institutionalize this spirit of unity at the national level.

The employees of BSNL expect all representative organizations to rise above organisational boundaries whenever their collective interests are involved. With this spirit and commitment, BDM has once again requested AUAB to join hands in constituting a Joint Action Committee (JAC) to pursue common issues through united action in the larger interest of BSNL and its employees.

BSNL CO issued the Deferment and Cancellation Orders under PwBD category.

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Join the National X Campaign on 10th July 2026 (Friday) from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM in support of the long-pending demand for implementation of Standard E2 & E3 Pay Scales and issuance of revised Presidential Orders.

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