Signature Campaign – 2nd June to 7th June 2025 : Agitation by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch for BSNL viability Issues & Pending HR Issues

Signature Campaign – 2nd June to 7th June 2025 : Agitation by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch for BSNL viability Issues & Pending HR Issues

Dear Friends,

As part of the ongoing efforts to address and resolve critical issues impacting BSNL’s revival and Employee welfare, the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) agitation program starts from 2nd June 2025 in a phase manner.

The first stage is a Signature Campaign from 2nd June 2025 to 7th June 2025, covering all employees (serving and retired) across OAs, BAs, Circles and CHQ.

Format for Signature Campaign and the complete details of execution of Signature Campaign Program is uploaded. All Office Bearers requested to follow the procedures as suggested.

📎 Format for Signature Campaign. Click here

📎 Procedure and Suggestive Guidelines to be observed for Signature Campaign. Click here

📎 Covering Sheet along the Signature Sheet for Speed Post. Click here

SOP – Signature Campaign

Under the Agitational Program of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) Signature Campaign Period: 2nd June 2025 to 7th June 2025

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Upload of Campaign Document

  • The official Signature Campaign Document will be uploaded on the CHQ websites of all BDM constituents on 31st May 2025.
  • For AIGETOA, it will be available on https://aigetoachq.org/

2. Campaign Schedule

  • The campaign will be conducted from 2nd June 2025 (Monday) to 7th June 2025 (Saturday) across all BSNL units.

3. Who Should Sign?

  • All serving employees (Executives & Non-Executives) of BSNL.
  • All retired BSNL employees are also encouraged to sign and support the cause.

4. Mode of Collection

  • Signatures will be taken on a common letter format, either:
    • Unit-wise
    • OA-wise
    • At BA (Business Area) Level
  • Office bearers at OA and Unit/Exchange level may take printouts locally and coordinate signature collection at their respective locations.

5. BA-Level Coordination

  • District Secretaries at BA Level will ensure full signature coverage from all employees working in their BA.

6. Collection of Signed Copies

  • After collecting signatures at Unit/OA/Exchange level, all physical signed sheets will be consolidated by the District Secretary at the BA level.

7. Submission of Hard Copies

  • All the compiled physical signature sheets by District Secretaries at BA Level will be sent to Secretary DoT through Speed Post on below address:

Dr. Neeraj Mittal

Secretary (Telecom)

Department of Telecommunications

Sanchar Bhawan, 20 Ashoka Road

New Delhi – 110001

  • Another duplicate set of the physical signed documents should be submitted to the respective BA Head for onward communication and forwarding.
  • Share the Scanned Copy of Speed Post slip containing the Dispatch tracking number to respective Circle Secretary for onward submission to CHQ through Zonal Secretaries via email (bdmbms23@gmail.com )  and whats app (+91 75893 49217).

8. Scanned Copy Submission

  • District Secretaries at BA Level will also scan the signed documents and email/Whatsapp them to:
    • Circle Secretary of their respective Circles.
    • BDM CHQ Email ID: bdmbms23@gmail.com
    • AIGETOA CHQ Whatsapp Number: +91 75893 49217

9. Circle-Level Compilation

  • Circle Secretaries will compile all scanned copies received from various BAs and forward a consolidated set to CHQ for record and future use.

✅ Important Notes:

  • Signatures should be taken in a peaceful, inclusive, and respectful manner, involving all employees regardless of union/association affiliations.
  • Maintain a record of Unit/OA/BA-wise submission for tracking.
  • Keep a digital backup (scan or photo) of each signed sheet before dispatch.

Let us unite for the cause of BSNL and Swadeshi Telecom. Your signature is your support for BSNL’s survival, revival, and self-reliant India!

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch Resumes Agitational Program Against Non-Resolution of Critical BSNL Issues w.e.f 2nd June 2025 :

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) resumes the Organisational Action Programs in view of non-resolution of the crucial issues related to BSNL Revival and Survival by Management leading to the complete frustration in the employees and breach of trust in resolving the long pending HR issues despite firm assurance by BSNL to the extent that even minutes of the meeting has not been issued in line with the discussions and resolutions taken.

Click here for Organizational Notice

Earlier, BDM had unilaterally postponed its scheduled protest programs from 16th May 2025, keeping in mind the sensitive national situation arising from a war-like scenario. Prioritizing national interest and operational continuity of BSNL – a critical telecom infrastructure – the forum had acted with utmost responsibility to avoid any disruption in essential services.

However, even during this critical period, BSNL Management acted insensitively, choosing to initiate actions that seemed aimed at provoking rather than resolving the deadlock. Despite repeated efforts from BDM to reach an amicable solution, management failed to uphold its own assurances, including non-issuance of corrected minutes of the conciliatory meeting held on 5th May 2025.

In the absence of any confidence-building measures, and in light of continued provocative actions, BDM has announced the resumption of its agitational programs from 2nd June 2025 onwards. The detailed schedule of activities and demands as below

DEMANDS :

A] BSNL’s viability Issues:

  • Enquiry into the circumstances leading to the failure of BSNL to launch full-fledged 4G and 5G services PAN India under Atma Nirbhar Bharat. Issuance of white paper on the actions taken by BSNL to resolve the problems in smooth rollout of the 4G services (Voice fine tuning issues etc.) and to arrest the growing customer dis-satisfaction.
  • Implementation of recommendations given by the Committee of Public undertakings (COPU) in its 6th Report for BSNL dated 18th December 2024 submitted to the 18th Loksabha.
  • Overhauling and strengthening of backhaul and other fibre network of BSNL. Alternate mechanism to arrest the frequent media outage leading to consistent problems in backhaul and low network availability.
  • Provisioning of adequate resources to the field officers for Network and FTTH maintenance, including tools and mobile handsets for field staff.
  • Issuance of white paper on the assets of BSNL which has been taken by DoT after 01.10.2000 without providing adequate compensation to BSNL and transferring its ownership back to BSNL as envisaged in the terms and conditions formulated while incorporating BSNL.
  • White paper on utilisation of various “Revival Packages” by BSNL vis-Ă -vis the investment made and its associated outcome.
  • White Paper on the outcome of the Consultant appointed for Organisation Transformation in Strategic Area vis-Ă -vis the expenditure made.
  • Posting of a Regular CMD, CGMs and BA heads at the earliest in BSNL for continuity in the implementation of the various decisions/projects and telecom objectives of the government especially that of Atma Nirbhar Bharat in Telecom.

B] Resolution of Long Pending HR Issues:

  • Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL for executives by waiving of the affordability clause in view of the BSNL’s status as strategic PSU and its involvement in the “Make in India” initiative for development of Swadeshi 4G/5G Technology. Finalization of Wage negotiation for non-executives.
  • Delinking of Pension Revision with Profitability of BSNL. Pension Revision of BSNL/MTNL Pensioners at par with Central Government Pensioners and implementation of Hon’ble PBCAT judgement.
  • “One Company – One Policy” for all Employee in BSNL. The disparity in the Pay, Perks & allowances and Promotional avenues of those on deputation and those Recruited/absorbed in BSNL must be removed and equal rights must be given to all.
  • Settlement of residuals of 2nd PRC recommendation, including:
  • Issuance of revised presidential order for replacement of the initial two scales E2 (20,600-3%-46,500) for JTO/JAO/Equivalent grades and E3 (24,900-3%-50,500) for SDE/AO/Equivalent grades, which was approved by the BSNL full board in May 2016 and sent to DoT.
  • 30% defined contribution towards Superannuation Benefit as per DPE guidelines.
  • Creating the mandatory Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Fund (PRMB) for BSNL recruits as per DPE guidelines.
  • Settlement of Pay Loss issues of JTOs/JAOs recruited post 1.1.2007 due to wrongful implementation of 2nd PRC benefits for BSNL Recruits (22820/-, E1+5 increments, Pay fixation of DR JE to JTO, JE period Pay Loss)
  • Fixing the appropriate JE pay scale and Review of NEPP to extend sufficient career progression to the non-executives.
  • Redressal of stagnation issues pertaining to the employees of BSNL.
  • Restoration of Medical Coverage (Indoor + Outdoor) as per initial BSNLMRS.
  • Extension of Perks & Allowances (Transport, Children Education Allowance, TA/DA etc) and restoration of All India LTC etc.
  • Promotions for all eligible executives and non-executives across all streams/cadres and providing smooth career progression with minimum span of years to the employees of BSNL by provisioning of sufficient promotional posts through restructuring review. Settlement of all pending seniority issues. Review of deficit and surplus circle transfer policy to enable inter circle, rule-8, Spouse, PWD and Medical cases transfer. Immediate issuance of all pending promotions.
  • Implementation of E1 instead of NE-12 scale for the non-executives at par with MTNL.

DateActivity
2nd June 2025 to 7th June 2025Signature Campaign
9th June 2025 to 13th June 2025Submission of Memorandums through Postal Media & Online Portal to Hon’ble Prime Minister, Hon’ble Minister for Communications, Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications, Hon’ble Secretary DoT and CMD BSNL.
9th June 2025 to 13th June 2025Wearing of Black Badges
16th June 2025 onwardsQuitting of all official WhatsApp Groups/Telegram till the resolution of issues.
16th June 2025, 17th June 2025 & 18th June 2025, X (Twitter Campaign) highlighting the issues of BSNL and Employees.
19th June 2025Lunch Hour Demonstration at CHQ/Circle/District Headquarters.
20th June 2025Media & Press Conference at CHQ/Circle/District Levels explaining the reasons behind this mass protest and the responsible factors for revival process of BSNL not picking up momentum.
21st June 25 to 24th June 25Submission of Memorandum to Hon’ble Governors of the State, Hon’ble MPs of the Area, Hon’ble Ministers and District Collectors of the Area by the respective CSs & DSs.
25th June 2025Formation of Human Chain at BSNL CO and Circle Headquarters by the employees of BSNL.
30th June 2025Full Day Dharna at CHQ/Circle/District Head Quarters.
1st July 2025 to 3rd July 2025Social Media Campaign – X, Instagram, You Tube and Facebook highlighting the responsible factors for the current situation of BSNL and its employees.
7th July 2025One day Mass Leave by all Employees.
9th July 25 to 11th July 25Relay Hunger Fast at BSNL CO, Circle and District Headquarters.
15th July 25 to 17th July 25Three Days Dharma at Corporate Office by all Employees.

All the Office Bearers and Members are requested to give a wide publicity to the program and ensure for its success to vent your resentment as expressed from time to time. BDM sincerely believes and quite hopeful that management will take necessary & immediate action on BSNL Revival and Survival and also seize the opportunity to address the lost trust and ensure immediate settlement of our long pending HR issues and address our serious concerns as stated above to maintain Employees-Employer relationship healthy and in a state of motivation for higher growth of the organisation.

Resumption of Agitation Notice – Organizational Notice to be served tomorrow (20.05.2025) by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch :

Flash News:

As the situation has normalized and hence a discussion on the resumption of organizational action notice took place between the constituents of the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch. The matter was also discussed at the level of Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh.

It is decided to serve the organizational action notice Tomorrow.

Team AIGETOA CHQ

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) Announces the Postponement of Organisational Action Program in view current critical situation across the nation:

The Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (AIGETOA, BTEU, BDPS, AIBSNLOBCEWA, STEWA, FNTOBEA, and BTU) has announced the postponement of all organisational action program unilaterally which was scheduled to commence from 16th May 2025 in view current critical situation across the nation until the situation normalizes.

Click here for Letter for Postponement

As a group of responsible associations & unions, Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) firmly believe in Nation First (राष्ट्र हित सर्वोपरि) approach. At this critical juncture, when the nation stands united to safeguard its sovereignty and stability, we prioritize national interests above everything else. BSNL, as a strategic asset, plays a pivotal role in ensuring uninterrupted communication services, especially during emergencies. Recognizing our responsibility, we have decided to postpone all planned protests unilaterally until the situation normalizes, to avoid any disruption to essential telecom services and maintain operational efficiency.

The BDM also called upon BSNL employees to stand united in national interest while continuing to advocate for:

  • Expedited execution of national priority projects like Swadeshi 4G/5G and BharatNet.
  • Address the long-pending HR issues (Pay, Pension, Promotions, etc.) and BSNL’s viability concerns.
  • Immediately review the arbitrary mass transfer orders dated 02.05.2025 displacing experienced officers, which jeopardize operational readiness during this critical situation and allow them to join at their current places of posting.

We still believe that BSNL Management will respond positively to this gesture and address the raised concerns amicably, avoiding the need to revive the agitation programs.

Countrywide Agitation Program Notice served by all Circle Bodies/Chapters of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) against non-resolution of crucial issues related to BSNL Revival & Survival and Long Pending Genuine HR Issues of BSNL Employees :

The Countrywide all Circle Bodies & Circle Chapters of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (AIGETOA, BTEU, BDPS, AIBSNLOBCEWA, STEWA, FNTOBEA, and BTU) has Served Notice for Agitation Program against non-resolution of Crucial issues related to BSNL Revival and Survival & Long-Pending genuine HR Issues of BSNL Employees :

Zone wise Notice Served by All Circles :

Central Zone

Chhattisgarh. Click here for Notice

Madhya Pradesh. Click here for Notice

UP East. Click here for Notice

UP West. Click here for Notice

West Zone

Gujarat. Click here for Notice

Maharashtra. Click here for Notice

Rajasthan. Click here for Notice

East Zone

Andaman & Nicobar. Click here Notice

Assam. Click here for Notice

Bihar. Click here for Notice

Jharkhand. Click here for Notice

North East-I. Click here for Notice

North East-II. Click here for Notice

Odisha. Click here for Notice

North Zone :

ALTTC. Click here for notice

Delhi CO. Click here for notice

Haryana. Click here for notice

Himachal Pradesh. Click here for notice

Jammu & Kashmir. Click here for notice

CNTx North – Delhi. Click here for Notice

Punjab. Click here for Notice

Uttarakhand. Click here for Notice

South Zone :

Andhra Pradesh. Click here for notice

Chennai Telecom District (CHTD). Click here for notice

Karnataka. Click here for notice

Kerala. Click here for notice

Telangana. Click here for notice

Tamilnadu. Click here for notice

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) countrywide Agitation Program will start from 16th May 2025.

Click here for the CHQ Notice for Agitation Program of BDM

Update on discussion with BSNL Management represented by PGM (SR) on HR and Operational Issues Raised by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch:

Yesterday & Today, detailed and intense discussions of the Forum were held with the Management represented by PGM (SR) regarding the notice served by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) – a platform comprising AIGETOA, BTEU BSNL, BDPS, AIBSNLOBCEWA, STEWA, FNTOBEA, and BTU.

PGM (SR) conveyed that BSNL Management is taking the concerns raised by the forum seriously and is committed to resolving both HR and operational issues through a participative and time-bound approach. It was informed that a formal study group consisting of members from Management and representatives from recognized and support associations, including SEWA, will be constituted. This group will engage in structured, agenda-based discussions to resolve long-standing issues in a time bound manner.

The discussions were started with Management highlighted the significant and positive role being played by management under the leadership of CMD BSNL Shri A Robert J Ravi in achieving new milestones for BSNL along with getting support for the company from various stakeholders and the same was appreciated during discussions. The ‘BSNL First’ approach of current CMD BSNL was also emphasised by management in the discussions. It was conveyed by GS AIGETOA that BSNL First approach is very much valued by all the employees of BSNL also which was the prime reason for BSNL sailing through its toughest times. The very compassionate and sincere role played by Director HR, Shri Kalyan Sagar Nippani was also appreciated from both sides during discussions. BDM leaders said that its sad to note that despite this strong employee-employer bonding, the issues remain pending to be resolved.

PGM (SR) reaffirmed the commitment of management in initiating constructive dialogues and addressing concerns in a time bound manner. She assured that BSNL will sincerely work towards resolving issues within its scope and will escalate matters like 3rd PRC, standard pay scales, and pension revision – those falling outside BSNL’s purview – to the appropriate authorities. Management side also assured that the operational issues highlighted in the agitation notice are being taken care of and management is fully focussed in ensuring a smooth rollout of 4G/5G services and a rugged backhaul network and a good FTTH Ecosystem.

GS AIGETOA and Chairman BDM, during the discussion, emphasized that the issues pending before the management (Both HR as well as operational) has led to this widespread unrest. We also highlighted the point that many such studies have been done in past and based on the same only a combined letter from three recognised associations was given before the start of HR Month as per the discussions held earlier with management. We also emphasised that the HR Group should have acted more proactively, particularly during the month of April 2025 to avoid the current situation. The consistent problems faced by executives in maintaining the network and arresting the churn of the subscribers from BSNL is another major area of concern. Nevertheless, the forum is open to resolution through dialogue – but underlined that achieving the outcomes expected is all the more important.

GS also expressed concern over the transfer orders issued recently impacting the personal and professional issues of the affected executives. The GS highlighted cases of executives being transferred repeatedly within short spans and on promotions, such actions appear to be not in line to achieve the progress. The deviation from transfer policy in circle allocation, and use of the regular AGMs who are seniors in SDCA roles while the Junior officers (MTs) as OA Head were flagged as serious violations. In fact, the new transfer policy was already under discussion with AIGETOA/SNEA and the same has still not taken the final shape. The discussions on new transfer policy were still on with associations waiting for response of the management on the suggestions given by them. The discussions on the concerns raised by Circle OBs with management shall also be held on Monday. The association assures all affected executives that AIGETOA CHQ will pursue their concerns to ensure resolution. The Joint Secretaries have been asked to collate the issues received from CSs for further pursuance and all are requested to submit their grievances to the concerned JSs through the CS.

Following the discussions yesterday, an appeal from Management was issued to the Chairman and Convener of the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (referencing Para 6 of the letter), proposing the formation of a joint study group to work collaboratively on the issues raised. GS AIGETOA informed PGM (SR) that the appeal would be reviewed in consultation with the constituents of BDM and BMS. Subsequent discussions shall take place on Monday.

As a responsible association, AIGETOA acknowledges the management’s timely outreach and openness to dialogue. We also appreciate BSNL gaining positive milestones and the forum is equally concerned for the health and growth of BSNL. But at the same time BDM cannot ignore the welfare of its fraternity which is of paramount interest for any Association. If good steps are taken, BDM will never hesitate in appreciating the good things but at the same time we will never back out in highlighting the lacunae also. The BDM forum maintains that resolutions must be tangible, time-bound, and documented – particularly on critical issues such as 4G deployment, network challenges, FTTH provisioning, 3rd PRC, 30 % SAB, pay loss, and overdue promotions.

No doubt, the continuity in the leadership of any head of the organisation is vital for its resurgence and long-term success and the same holds true for BSNL also. The Current CMD after taking over the charge told us about his vision to transform the company into a technologically advanced, customer-first telecom leader, 4G/5G rollout, digital services etc and accordingly we all supported him wholeheartedly to strengthen the hands. We always stand united to reinforce the efforts for a stronger and profitable BSNL with a roadmap for sustainable growth and employee welfare. But, despite our best efforts and unqualified support, the resolution of the Operational and HR issues as mentioned in the demands are a big area of concern and the same is one of the major reasons for this prevailing unrest in BSNL. BDM Leaders also stated that keeping the company up and running are in the hands of policymakers and employees have only role to execute the decisions. Further the welfare of the employees needs to be ensured with the policy makers in line with the GoI/DPE/BSNL guidelines.

However, we do welcome the positive approach of continued discussion from management and CMD BSNL and with an intent for actual outcome both for BSNL growth issues as well as long pending HR issues, we always recognise the need for continuity of the dialogues and accordingly the discussions shall continue tomorrow also between Management and BDM.

The outcome of the discussions till today have been informed to all the leaders of Bhartiya Door Sanchar Manch and the Apex Leadership of Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh. Further dialogue with BMS, our umbrella organization, is ongoing as they actively monitor and escalate the issues at the appropriate forums. We urge all executives to remain patient and stand united. The Central Headquarters of AIGETOA in consultation with Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch and Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh is closely monitoring the developments and will continue to lead the way forward.

Click here for the Appeal Letter

Click here for the Meeting Notice for 5th May 2025

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch has Served Notice for Agitation Program Against Non-Resolution of Crucial Issues Related to BSNL Revival and Survival & Long-Pending Genuine HR Issues of BSNL Employees :

The unions and associations affiliated with Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) and other unions/associations assembled under the banner of Bharatiya Door Sanchar Manch have decided to celebrate the coming months as “Betrayal Month by Management” as they have gone back on their own promise of celebrating the April’2025 Month as HR Month. The indifferent attitude of BSNL management is not only in clearance of pending and legitimate HR issues but also is prevalent in timely addressing the crucial concerns of BSNL viability mostly pertaining to the problems associated with the development of Swadeshi Mobile 4G/5G Core and non-provisioning of proper resources to handle the operation and maintenance issues..

The employees of BSNL are so devoted to the cause of BSNL that they came forward to celebrate February’25 Month as FTTH Month and March’25 as the Revenue Month. All the employees have been working very hard and the results of such hard work is now visible on the results of the FY 2024-25 and in the record-breaking revenue collection in the month of March 2025. It’s worth mentioning that that BSNL has delivered a net profitable quarter after almost 17 years in the Q3 results of FY 2024-25. Despite such strong results of togetherness, management has comprehensively forgotten its own promise of celebrating April Month as HR Month with no focus on resolution of long pending issues of Pay, Pension and Promotion.

Today, our beloved BSNL is facing lot of issues due to poor handling of the most prestigious Swadeshi 4G/5G Project which holds immense significance not only for BSNL but also for our country. Despite the full support of the government, the project is being consistently marred with problems, mostly due to the inept handling of the project by the Management and the associated vendors. This delay in smooth rollout of full-fledged 4G/5G services and consistent day to day problems in the network is leading to huge churn of subscribers which is further leading to a great dip in revenue.

Not only 4G but even the basic issues in the FTTH segment is also not being looked upon which is taking BSNL lag behind its competitors in this era of fierce competition in FTTH / EB segments. The backhaul issues, Network issues, connectivity issues, lack of proper Infra and Equipment have been brought to the notice of management time and again but to no avail and no appreciable action has been taken to rectify the problems. This loss of revenue to BSNL is only due to the poor implementation strategy and not taking vendors to the task in a timely and effective manner. BSNL is lagging behind not due to employees but due to the policy makers in management who never bothered to get into the root cause of the problem and are keeping employees engaged in Meetings, Report making etc than the actual output-oriented work.

Added to this, there is huge disparity in the Pay Structure, Promotional Avenues, Perks & Allowances within the BSNL wherein one group of the officers on deputation from outside organisation has been extended all benefits and preferential treatment while those recruited/absorbed in BSNL are being denied everything in the name of the profitability. Management made a promise of celebrating April 2025 month as HR month with focus on resolution of all the long pending HR issues of BSNL Employees but instead of lending focus on resolution, management is desperate to create more issues in HR. Non issuance of LICE Promotions despite readiness for two months, Withdrawal of Sports Facility, Issuance of a poorly framed Laptop Reimbursement policy, rejection of mobile reimbursement scheme to JEs etc are few glaring examples which speaks volumes about the intent of management for the resolution of the HR issues and the so called celebration of the self-coined term of the management itself i.e. “Celebrating April 2025 Month as HR Month”. It is very clear now that all that management is interested in is the nomenclature of months with no focus on actual output.

We are left with no option but to serve notice for organisational activity to seek resolutions on the crucial BSNL revival and survival issues, as well as long-pending genuine HR issues affecting BSNL employees. Our demands include resolution of 3rd PRC, Wage negotiation, Pension Revision, 2nd PRC residuals like Standard Pay Scale E2-E3 & Pay Loss Issues, 30% Superannuation Benefit (SAB) Quantum, PRMB, JE pay scale, Review of NEPP, Stagnation, Medical, All India LTC Perks & Allowances issues, Promotions for all eligible executives and non-executives across all streams/cadres and providing smooth career progression, “One Company – One Policy” for all Employee in BSNL. The disparity in the Pay, Perks & allowances and Promotional avenues of those on deputation and those Recruited/absorbed in BSNL must end now and equal rights must be given to all.

After exhaustive deliberations even with other stakeholders and groups, we conclude that our efforts to resolve the stalemate through dialogue have been unsuccessful, and our patience for amicable resolution has been exhausted due to the management’s failure to honour their commitments. With no hope for a mutually agreeable solution, the participants of the Bharatiya Door Sanchar Manch (BDM) have decided to serve an organizational call notice to settle the long-standing issues listed below.

We sincerely appeal all employees to unite and support this call for the betterment of the organisation as well as for the resolution of the long pending HR issues. Hopefully, in coming days, other associations & unions may follow suit and participate as the issues are common to all and for the benefit of all the employees.

Click here for the Notice by BDM

DEMANDS :

A] BSNL’s viability Issues:

  • Enquiry into the circumstances leading to the failure of BSNL to launch full-fledged 4G and 5G services PAN India under Atma Nirbhar Bharat. Issuance of white paper on the actions taken by BSNL to resolve the problems in smooth rollout of the 4G services (Voice fine tuning issues etc.) and to arrest the growing customer dis-satisfaction.
  • Implementation of recommendations given by the Committee of Public undertakings (COPU) in its 6th Report for BSNL dated 18th December 2024 submitted to the 18th Loksabha.
  • Overhauling and strengthening of backhaul and other fibre network of BSNL. Alternate mechanism to arrest the frequent media outage leading to consistent problems in backhaul and low network availability.
  • Provisioning of adequate resources to the field officers for Network and FTTH maintenance, including tools and mobile handsets for field staff.
  • Issuance of white paper on the assets of BSNL which has been taken by DoT after 01.10.2000 without providing adequate compensation to BSNL and transferring its ownership back to BSNL as envisaged in the terms and conditions formulated while incorporating BSNL.
  • White paper on utilisation of various “Revival Packages” by BSNL vis-Ă -vis the investment made and its associated outcome.
  • White Paper on the outcome of the Consultant appointed for Organisation Transformation in Strategic Area vis-Ă -vis the expenditure made.
  • Posting of a Regular CMD, CGMs and BA heads at the earliest in BSNL for continuity in the implementation of the various decisions/projects and telecom objectives of the government especially that of Atma Nirbhar Bharat in Telecom.

B] Resolution of Long Pending HR Issues:

  • Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL for executives by waiving of the affordability clause in view of the BSNL’s status as strategic PSU and its involvement in the “Make in India” initiative for development of Swadeshi 4G/5G Technology. Finalization of Wage negotiation for non-executives.
  • Delinking of Pension Revision with Profitability of BSNL. Pension Revision of BSNL/MTNL Pensioners at par with Central Government Pensioners and implementation of Hon’ble PBCAT judgement.
  • “One Company – One Policy” for all Employee in BSNL. The disparity in the Pay, Perks & allowances and Promotional avenues of those on deputation and those Recruited/absorbed in BSNL must be removed and equal rights must be given to all.
  • Settlement of residuals of 2nd PRC recommendation, including:
  • Issuance of revised presidential order for replacement of the initial two scales E2 (20,600-3%-46,500) for JTO/JAO/Equivalent grades and E3 (24,900-3%-50,500) for SDE/AO/Equivalent grades, which was approved by the BSNL full board in May 2016 and sent to DoT.
  • 30% defined contribution towards Superannuation Benefit as per DPE guidelines.
  • Creating the mandatory Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Fund (PRMB) for BSNL recruits as per DPE guidelines.
  • Settlement of Pay Loss issues of JTOs/JAOs recruited post 1.1.2007 due to wrongful implementation of 2nd PRC benefits for BSNL Recruits (22820/-, E1+5 increments, Pay fixation of DR JE to JTO, JE period Pay Loss)
  • Fixing the appropriate JE pay scale and Review of NEPP to extend sufficient career progression to the non-executives.
  • Redressal of stagnation issues pertaining to the employees of BSNL.
  • Restoration of Medical Coverage (Indoor + Outdoor) as per initial BSNLMRS.
  • Extension of Perks & Allowances (Transport, Children Education Allowance, TA/DA etc) and restoration of All India LTC etc.
  • Promotions for all eligible executives and non-executives across all streams/cadres and providing smooth career progression with minimum span of years to the employees of BSNL by provisioning of sufficient promotional posts through restructuring review. Settlement of all pending seniority issues. Review of deficit and surplus circle transfer policy to enable inter circle, rule-8, Spouse, PWD and Medical cases transfer. Immediate issuance of all pending promotions.
  • Implementation of E1 instead of NE-12 scale for the non-executives at par with MTNL.

DateActivity
16th May 25 to 22nd May 25Signature Campaign
23rd May 25 to 29th May 25Submission of Memorandums through Postal Media & Online Portal to Hon’ble Prime Minister, Hon’ble Minister for Communications, Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications, Hon’ble Secretary DoT and CMD BSNL.
23rd May 25 to 29th May 25Wearing of Black Badges
30th May 25, 31st May 25 & 2nd June 25X (Twitter Campaign) highlighting the issues of BSNL and Employees.
3rd June 2025Lunch Hour Demonstration at CHQ/Circle/District Headquarters.
3rd June onwardsQuitting of all official WhatsApp Groups/Telegram till the resolution of issues.
6th June 2025Media & Press Conference at CHQ/Circle/District Levels explaining the reasons behind this mass protest and the responsible factors for revival process of BSNL not picking up momentum.
9th June 25 to 14th June 25Submission of Memorandum to Hon’ble Governors of the State, Hon’ble MPs of the Area, Hon’ble Ministers and District Collectors of the Area by the respective CSs & DSs.
11th June 2025Formation of Human Chain at BSNL CO and Circle Headquarters by the employees of BSNL.
17th June 2025Full Day Dharna at CHQ/Circle/District Head Quarters.
20th June 25 to 22nd June 25Social Media Campaign – X, Instagram, You Tube and Facebook highlighting the responsible factors for the current situation of BSNL and its employees.
25th June 25Lunch Hour Demonstration
1st July 25 to 4th July 25Wearing of Black Badges.
7th July 2025One day Mass Leave by all Employees.
9th July 25 to 11th July 25Relay Hunger Fast at BSNL CO, Circle and District Headquarters.
15th July 25 to 17th July 25Three Days Dharma at Corporate Office by all Employees.

All the Office Bearers and Members are requested to give a wide publicity to the program and ensure for its success to vent your resentment as expressed from time to time. BDM sincerely believes and quite hopeful that management will take necessary & immediate action on BSNL Revival and Survival and also seize the opportunity to address the lost trust and ensure immediate settlement of our long pending HR issues and address our serious concerns as stated above to maintain Employees-Employer relationship healthy and in a state of motivation for higher growth of the organisation.

Join us in our efforts to bring about change and ensure a brighter future for BSNL and its employees’ welfare.

GS AIGETOA writes to Director HR seeking immediate action to issue promotion orders for SDE to AGM cadre under 33% LICE :

GS AIGETOA writes to Director HR BSNL Board, seeking immediate action to issue promotion orders for SDE to AGM cadre under 33% LICE competitive exam for the vacancy year 2023 failing which the association shall be forced to launch the organizational action programs.

As a responsible association, we have always moved forward with full support and cooperation so that the desired positive results for BSNL can be achieved right from starting FTTH Month, promoting BSNL Brand Value, removing negativity against BSNL, Promoting BSNL and its activities on social media and calling executives to give their best for achieving increase in revenue for BSNL. It is the combined effort of BSNL Employees and Management that slowly BSNL is moving towards absolute profitability but it seems there is a deliberate push to end this bonding and cooperation from some unknown corners who want to keep all employees of BSNL in a state of absolute unrest by denying the issues which can be resolved immediately.

The inexplicable delay in issuance of AGM LICE promotion orders completely emboldens our apprehension and if this is the status, HR month will mere be a formality in our opinion. If Management is really serious in its commitment, then the same needs to be shown also by issuing orders which do not have any implication, either financial or organizational. There is an immediate need for expediting the action on the issues mentioned in the preceding Paragraph.

It becomes absolutely necessary now that the held-up promotion orders be issued immediately. AIGETOA cannot accept this unjustified delay and hence calls upon your good self to intervene and get the orders issued immediately failing which this association shall be forced to withdraw all cooperation from tomorrow and shall be constrained to launch organizational action programs to protect the genuine rights of the executives. Now it’s for management to decide what is best for BSNL, issuance of orders or holding the same for no reasons.

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