Subsequent to the notice served by BDM for organizational action programs vide letter no. BDM/2026-27/10 dated 25.05.2026, BSNL Management has called the Leaders of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch vide meeting notice no. BSNLCO-SR/1/2025-SR dated 04.06.2026 for engagement into a peaceful dialogue on the charter of demands submitted.

Click here for the Meeting Notice by SR cell

Last few days after 25^th May 2026, there have been some good progress on the HR front for BSNL employees at DoT and we are awaiting the response of BSNL on the issues. Due to the continuous efforts of AIGETOA, BTEU and BDM in actively pursuing the matter at all platforms including the offices of MoC and MoSC, the active movement on the HR front has started. There have been review meetings exclusively at the level of Hon’ble Minister for HR issues and the points submitted by us have been thoroughly discussed, understandably with instructions to resolve the crucial issues especially that of promotions and residual issues of 2^nd PRC and submission of committee reports pending for almost one year now. Our Concerns raised with respect to Transfer issues have also been taken note of by BSNL Management and corrections have been assured. Our contentions with respect to One Company: One Policy i.e. Parity in Pay, Pension and Perks are being actively examined. All the issues precipitated by us are on the active forefront.  

We know and appreciate that till output in the form of orders are not there, everything is zero. We assure one and all that we are very sure, with our efforts and your support, there will definitely be some sweet results for everyone to see in very near future. After the assurance of Hon’ble MoC in the meeting with BMS delegation which consisted of AIGETOA and BTEU leaders also, the Human Resource Subject got Prominence in BSNL as well as DoT. HR became regular part of the Dashboard which was normally being used to monitor operational issues and that has become the biggest enabler in the way to resolution of the HR issues, thanks to the compassion shown by Hon’ble MoC, Hon’ble MoSC, Secretary DoT and their team.

We are now anticipating firm development on the Internal Managerial Hierarchy of BSNL and submission of pending committee reports wrt residuals of 2^nd PRC. It is understood that some clear-cut directions have also been given with respect to promotions. All such things are happening due to tireless efforts of AIGETOA, BTEU and Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch under the able guidance of the leadership of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh. It should be appreciated that inertia of BSNL in resolving the issues is definitely very high and hence the actual resolution requires herculean efforts. AIGETOA/BTEU/BDM promise to give their best efforts for delivering the results. 

It’s also a well-known fact that today in BSNL, there is only one voice which has been raising the issues, protesting the wrongs, highlighting the deviations and suggesting for betterment for BSNL and that is AIGETOA/BTEU and other constituents of BDM.

While Leadership of present Majority Association (MA) takes all excuses to shy away from raising the voice, so much that it announces unilateral postponement of the action programs without taking other constituents of AUAB into confidence (A fact well visible on their websites), BDM remains committed to engage, precipitate, deliberate and agitate as the need arises. We request one and all to support our endeavors and join this benign movement.  

The Countrywide all Circle Bodies & Circle Chapters of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (AIGETOA, BTEU, BDPS, AIBSNLOBCEWA, STEWA, FNTOBEA, BTU & DEWAB) has Served Notice for Agitation Program in view of non-resolution of the crucial issues related to BSNL Revival and Survival leading to the complete frustration in the employees and continuous breach of trust in resolving the long pending HR issues despite firm assurance by BSNL.

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

Kolkata TD. Click here for Notice

North East-I. Click here for Notice

North East-II. Click here for Notice

Odisha. Click here for Notice

Sikkim. Click here for Notice

West Bengal. 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) notice for the “Organizational Action Programs” in view of non-resolution of the crucial issues related to BSNL Revival and Survival leading to the complete frustration in the employees and continuous breach of trust in resolving the long pending HR issues despite firm assurance by BSNL on 25.05.2026.

Click here for the CHQ Notice for Agitation Program of BDM

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) serves notice for the “Organizational Action Programs” in view of non-resolution of the crucial issues related to BSNL Revival and Survival leading to the complete frustration in the employees and continuous breach of trust in resolving the long pending HR issues despite firm assurance by BSNL.

Click here for the Notice

We extend our sincere thanks all the constituents of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) for standing United and specially Sh R K Gupta General Secretary, DEWAB who accepted to join the movement to strengthen it further. Now, DEWAB is also the part of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM). BDM calls upon all associations, unions and every BSNL employee to unite and actively participate in this action program. It’s time to stand together and force resolution of long-pending HR issues that have denied us our rightful dues. Let’s make our voice heard – Together.

DEMANDS:

1] Implementation of 3rd Pay Revision Committee (3rd PRC) recommendations for BSNL employees by waiving off the affordability clause, in view of BSNL’s status as a Strategic PSU involved in fulfilling the various social/telecom objectives of government and its pivotal role in the “Make in India” initiative for Swadeshi 4G/5G technology development. BSNL has been serving the nation with pride and its employees have dedicated itself to the cause of nation by serving to the remotest and farthest corners of the nation. Be it national calamity, be it Geo Political Situation, be it National Emergency, BSNL employees have always worked with “Nation First Policy”. Moreover, the policy making and execution for BSNL has been handled by government mostly through the officers on deputation from DoT and hence loss or profit for BSNL has never been entirely into the hands of its internal employees.

In view of the unique position of BSNL as the flag bearer of the Atmanirbhar Bharat in Telecom initiative and its involvement in nation building process through various social and strategic responsibilities, the affordability clause must be waived for BSNL as has been granted to other PSUs which have been formed for special purposes.  BSNL board has already recommended and written to DoT for implementation of 3^rd PRC.

Hence we demand for granting the waiver of affordability clause for implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL by considering it as a PSU formed to perform a specific agenda instead of examining the same under the lenses of profit/loss.

2] Delinking of Pension Revision with Profitability of BSNL/MTNL. We demand for Pension Revision of BSNL/MTNL Pensioners at par with Central Government Pensioners and implementation of Hon’ble PBCAT judgement. Once the employee of BSNL/MTNL superannuates from the department, they draw the pension from consolidated fund of India and hence do not have any linkage with profit and loss of the PSU. Hence the Pension Revision must be delinked with the Profitability of BSNL/MTNL. 

3] Settlement of all residual issues of the 2nd PRC pending since 01.01.2007 viz issuance of revised Presidential Order for E2/E3 pay scales for JTO/JAO/SDE/AO equivalent grades, Full 30% defined contribution towards Superannuation Benefit, creation of the mandatory Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Fund (PRMB), settlement of pay-loss issues of JTOs/JAOs recruited/promoted post 1.1.2007 (22820, JE Period Pay Loss), extension of 5 additional Increments to BSNL Recruited JTOs/JAOs and JEs, Revision of 1996 TA/DA/Transport rules to current market rates, Unfreezing of Medical Reimbursement being frozen at 2020 DA rates during Covid-19 period. These issues have minimum financial implication and still they have been kept pending. Many committees have been formed for the purpose but the reports have been kept pending for more than one year. We demand for implementation of the same.

4] Implementation of “One Company – One Policy: Parity in Pay, Perks and Promotions between Regular Employees of BSNL/MTNL vis-à-vis the employees on deputation from outside”.

Both, the Officers on Deemed Deputation to BSNL and the Internal Regular Employees of BSNL draw the salary and Perks from the Same Revenue Account of BSNL. While Officers on deemed deputation to BSNL are getting all the benefits of 7^th CPC (Poised to get 8^th CPC), the regular absorbed/recruited employees of BSNL are being strictly denied even the basic entitlements in the name of affordability.

There cannot be differential yardsticks for two different groups present in the same company. If affordable, it is for all, if non-affordable, it is for all. Hence we demand for Implementation of One Company: One Policy for BSNL i.e. equal treatment for all.

5] Creation of an internal management hierarchy through timely promotions across all streams and cadres, Promotions for all eligible executives, settlement of all pending seniority disputes in line with DoP&T guidelines and immediate issuance of all pending promotion orders, revision of NEPP and extension of applicable notional promotions to PWBD employees.

BSNL has been governed by the officers on deputation from DoT for all these 25 years. One of the root cause of the set back of the company is absence of an internal management hierarchy for BSNL despite presence of a large number of technically and professionally qualified executives recruited/absorbed by BSNL.

It’s high time that management of BSNL must now be governed by the internal regular employees and hence we demand for creation of Internal Managerial hierarchy and timely promotions for all eligible.

6] Immediate scrapping of the SET Recruitment Process, which is viewed as an affront to the qualified and experienced workforce of BSNL. BSNL has chosen to recruit fresher’s with same qualification and zero experience and place them above similarly or even greater qualified experienced executives. This is a huge injustice to the experience, commitment and qualification of the internal executives.

Hence we demand the scrapping of the SET Recruitment Process which is extremely discriminatory in nature.

7] Immediate Submission of recommendations of all the pending Committee Reports on HR issues in line with the assurances made to AIGETOA & Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) and fixation of responsibility for unnecessary delay in submission of these Reports.

8] Withdrawal of the charge-sheet issued to the Association Office bearers of Chennai Telecom Circle.

BSNL viability related Demands/Suggestions

1] Posting of a Regular CMD in BSNL/MTNL to ensure continuity in implementation of various decisions, projects and government telecom initiatives, particularly those related to Atmanirbhar Bharat in Telecom.

2] Immediate Steps to ensure mandatory use of Swadeshi 4G Service provided by BSNL for all the Government organizations and PSUs including its employees wherever the reimbursement is made by the company/organization against the use of Telecom Services.

3] Publishing of a white Paper on the outcome of the Consultant “BCG (Boston Consulting Group)” appointed for Organization Transformation in Strategic Area vis-à-vis the expenditure made including the details of additional resources provided like Office Space, electricity etc. for their day to day working, detailed experience profile of the resources deployed in BSNL.

4] Implementation of the recommendations given by the Committee of Public undertakings (COPU) in its 6th Report for BSNL dated 18th December 2024 submitted to the 18th Lok Sabha and implementation of one company-one policy by ending the disparity between regular employees of BSNL vis-à-vis the employees on deputation.

5] All the Non-Executives must be extended with mobile handsets to enable proper handling of faults and service requirements. Many JEs have been entrusted with similar responsibilities to that of JTOs and hence they must also be extended with reimbursement of Mobile Handsets.

6] Lifting ban on Compassionate Ground Appointments in BSNL.

PROGRAMS & SCHEDULE:

A meeting of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) was held on 19th May 2026 through online mode. The meeting was attended by the constituents of BDM, including Telecom Prabhari BMS Shri Ashok Kumar Ji. The meeting was also attended by GS MTNL MS Sh D R Singh Ji.

At the outset, Chairman BDM and GS AIGETOA Shri Ravi Shil Verma opened the meeting with a strong emphasis on the urgent need for action programs in pursuit of the long pending issues pertaining to the employees, viz. implementation of 3rd PRC, residual issues of 2nd PRC i.e. Pay Scales, Pay Loss and 30% SAB contribution, promotions for all eligible employees, creation of an internal managerial hierarchy in BSNL, One Company-One Policy, restoration of all allowances and perquisites, immediate scrapping of the SET Recruitment Process, settlement of pending committee reports and resolution of BSNL viability related issues. Convener BDM and GS BTEU BSNL Shri R C Pandey outlined the proposed action programs. Shri Hari Sowani Ji, GS BDPS, and Shri Ratnesh Kumar Ji, President BDPS, highlighted the long pending issue of pension revision for BSNL/MTNL pensioners. GS MTNLMS Shri D R Singh highlighted the issues pertaining to the employees of MTNL. The meeting also deliberated extensively on the issue of appointment of a regular CMD for BSNL and MTNL, considering it crucial for organizational stability and effective decision making.

The meeting unanimously agreed on the need for immediate intervention by BMS on the issues and to initiate the proposed action programs without further delay. The All India Secretary and Telecom Prabhari of BMS extended solidarity with the employees of BSNL and MTNL and reaffirmed the commitment of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh to ensure resolution of the issues raised by the constituents. Shri Ashok Kumar Ji also emphasized that the Government must be persuaded to mandate the usage of BSNL’s Swadeshi 4G technology by all Central and State Government organizations and PSUs. The Telecom Prabhari further stated that the Central Leadership of BMS would participate in the action programs and extend all necessary support to its affilates under the banner of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch.

The Convener and Chairman of BDM also informed the house that notice in this regard could have been served earlier but we came to know through whatsapp circulations that another group under the banner of AUAB had decided to launch certain action programs. BDM did not served the notice because it did not want to create an impression of a divided house in BSNL by initiating parallel agitational programs. It was further informed that a written communication had already been sent to AUAB seeking confirmation regarding the proposed programs to be launched by them. However, neither any communication has been received from them nor has any notice been served by them in this regard till date. Hence, the house felt that it would not be prudent to wait any longer.

Accordingly, the meeting decided to organize a massive full-day “Maha Dharna – Delhi Chalo” program in the last week of July 2026 to press upon the Government for immediate resolution of the issues pertaining to BSNL and MTNL employees.

Prior to the Maha Dharna, a series of organizational and awareness programs shall be organized across the country, including:

1] Submission of Memorandums to Hon’ble Prime Minister, Governors and Members of Parliament.

2] Massive Social Media Campaign on issues related to 3rd PRC, residual issues of 2nd PRC, One Company-One Policy and appointment of regular CMD for BSNL/MTNL.

3] Lunch Hour Demonstrations.

4] Relay Hunger Fast.

5] Organizational outreach and mass mobilization programs.

Earlier, in a recent meeting held between Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) and the Central Headquarters leadership of BMS, it was collectively decided to intensify the struggle through strong field-level organizational programs. Accordingly, a massive “Chalo Delhi” campaign culminating in a Maha Dharna at New Delhi shall be organised under the patronage and guidance of BMS, wherein the CHQ leadership of BMS will also actively participate in the organizational program.

The constituents of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch have decided to meet at Delhi on 25th May 2026 and serve the notice for the Action Programs.

The developments have further strengthened the resolve of the constituents of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch to carry forward the movement in a united, determined and decisive manner for safeguarding the interests of BSNL and MTNL employees and pensioners.

All Circles must start gearing up for the actions.

Today, Team AIGETOA comprising the General Secretary Sh Ravi Shil Verma, President Sh G Veerabhadra Rao, and Dy. General Secretary Sh Pavan Akhand held a meeting with BSNL Management, including the Director (HR) Sh Kalyan Sagar Nippani Ji, PGM (Pers) Sh Rajeev Kaushik Ji, PGM (Estb.) Sh S P Singh Ji, and PGM (Legal) Sh Nelli Ram Krishna Ji, on the issues raised through the pre-notice served by BDM and the ongoing “Work According to Rule” program, which commenced today.

During the discussion, the management once again reiterated that all issues are “under process” and that “work is in progress on the issues,” while advising the association to refrain from agitation. AIGETOA team stated that the discussion is going on for almost one year now and its high time that the concrete result should be visible on board.

We firmly stated that instead of going round and round in discussions, there should be a firm yes or no. Accordingly, the association demanded a clear and unambiguous stand from the management, with a firm “YES” or “NO” on each issue raised jointly by AIGETOA and BTEU through Bhartiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM).

On being pressed firmly, the management committed that within 2 to 3 days it will finalize its position and respond with a definitive stand on all the issues. AIGETOA has made it clear that detailed discussions has already been held and hence the next meeting should result in conclusive decisions.

We will wait for the final response from BSNL Management within the committed timelines. We will keep one and all informed about the developments.

The BSNL Management has pushed us too far. Our restraint has been met with continued ad-hocism and a complete disregard for our genuine demands. Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch has declared: “OUR PATIENCE IS OVER! IT’S TIME TO ACT!”

We can no longer allow administrative inertia and policy gaps to jeopardize BSNL’s viability or the futures of its dedicated workforce. We demand dignity, fairness, and a clear path forward for both the company and its employees.

🚫 WORK ACCORDING TO RULE 🚫

STARTING FROM 16.04.2026 UNTIL OUR LEGITIMATE DEMANDS ARE MET:

BSNL VIABILITY FIRST:

• Mandatory use of Swadeshi 4G by all Government organizations and PSUs.

• Immediate appointment of a Regular CMD to ensure strategic continuity.

• Resolving current 4G network power, coverage, and quality issues.

• Implementation of the report submitted by COPU before 18th Lok Sabha

• Transparency with White Papers on BCG reports and Mass Transfers.

• Transparency on tenders, vendors and work executions with accountability

HR JUSTICE NOW:

• Immediate implementation of 3rd PRC with waiver of affordability clause.

• Pay loss issues settlement.

• Submission of Committee Reports on HR matters pending since April 2025.

• Pension Revision delinked from profitability, at par with Central Govt pensioners.

• Full 30% Superannuation Benefit and revised E2/E3 Pay Scales.

• Restoration of medical coverage (indoor+outdoor) and Perks & Allowances.

• Scrapping of discriminatory SET Recruitment and routine massive transfers.

• Immediate issuance of pending promotions and seniority dispute settlement.

• Redressal of stagnation issues of employees who have reached maximum scale.

• Creation of Internal Management Hierarchy and scrapping of all lateral recruitments/appointments

No more excuses! The management is solely responsible for this industrial unrest. It’s time to build strong unity and ensure our voice is heard.

STRENGTHEN THE UNITY! ENSURE SUCCESS!

Together We Have, Together We Can, Together We Will!

🙏 Dear Friends🙏

As per the decision taken in the 21st All India Conference organized at Puri, Odisha by our umbrella organization, the world’s largest trade union, Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), a call has been given to observe 25th February 2026 as “Protest Day.” More than 20 unions from across India and abroad actively participated in this important 21st All India Triennial Conference at Puri.

Under this “Protest Day,” demonstrations and movements are being organized across the country at the state and district levels on 25th February.

The major demands related to employees of BSNL / MTNL included in the charter of demands for the Protest Day are as follows:

🔹 Implement 3rd PRC Recommendations and Standard Pay Scales for BSNL/MTNL Employees

🔹 Extend Full Pensionary Benefits as per Rule 37-A to BSNL/MTNL Recruits.

Both these demands are directly linked to employees’ financial security, standard pay structure and future stability. These long-pending issues require immediate resolution.

We appeal to all colleagues to participate in large numbers in this “Protest Day” and demonstrate unity so that our genuine demands can be effectively raised and resolved.

A memorandum on the letter head of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch may also be signed by all the colleagues and sent by post to PMO by each District and Circle. The draft memorandum is attached herewith.

Click here for the Memorandum to be submitted (English Version)

Click here for the Memorandum to be submitted (Hindi Version)

Yours sincerely,

AIGETOA, BTEU, BDPS BSNL

As per the notice issued by DGM SR BSNL CO a meeting of General Secretaries of All Unions and Associations was held in the chamber of Director HR BSNL Board at 1015 Hrs on 06.10.2025.

Click here for Letter

Glimpses of Lunch Hour Demonstration Circle wise across Country on 6th Oct 2025. Click here to view

Glimpses of complete Pictures of LHD across Country. Click here to view

This meeting was held under the chairmanship of Dr. Kalyan Sagar Nippani, Director HR BSNL Board and was also attended by Shri. Rajeev Kumar Kaushik, PGM SR/Pers BSNL CO, Mrs. Asha Bawaliya, DGM SR BSNL CO, Shri Rajesh Chourasiya, DM SR BSNL CO and General Secretaries of all Unions and Associations.

The meeting started with a brief note by PGM SR/Pers wherein he shared the very purpose of the meeting and informed that there is no need of any agitational at National level when the issue is pertaining to Chennai and TN Circles. He further added that the concerns raised by Unions and Associations are being taken care of and the results will be visible in this week itself. He once again appealed to withdraw the agitational call so that the improved image of BSNL is not spoiled. Director HR shared that Management is doing all out efforts for resolution of HR issues and many issues are in pipeline and will be cleared shortly.

Director HR further added that any agitation at this juncture by all Unions and Associations of BSNL will not be a good sign and any information about agitation against Government and spreading its information on social media, press and TV will have adverse impact on the support being extended by Government and DoT. He assured that as informed by PGM Pers, the issues are being taken care and he has personally spoken with CGM five times and under directions of CMD BSNL efforts are being made to sort out issues and appealed to leaders to withdraw the agitational call for such petty issue of one Circle.

We have responded that our agitation is not against Government or BSNL Management and it is against adamant, biased vindictive actions at CGM CHTD/TN Circle by management. We added that it is not a small issue limited to Circle as projected by BSNL Management but is definitely a serious matter for failing to achieve the desired objectives as CGM and his vindictive actions against office Bearers of Associations and Unions.

We added further that all these office Bearers are not punished for any lapses on their part in office work or not for any losses to BSNL or for any corrupt practices, but they are punished just for entering in the cabin of CGM in the month of April 2025 by informing PS, who did not stop these leaders to enter in the cabin. They have entered in cabin and requested for reasons for denial of meeting after wait of four hours and requested to give appointment as per his availability and convenience.

But instead of any positive response as desired from Circle Head, he was shouting at all and threatened to take action against them. But the overall discussions in the meeting were normal and as per discussions CGM given time for meeting on the same day at 1730 Hrs and issues were discussed. Since then he is more vindictive and has reached to the level of issuing Punishment Order for reduction of two increments of 13 Office Bearers for two years and needs immediate corrective action which is our one of demands.

Though, management at corporate office has been assuring General Secretaries for resolution of issues created by CGM, but in last five months nothing happened and Circle Admin is bluntly harassing office bears and members of Associations and Unions and no corrective action being taken by BSNL CO till date.

Director HR responded that it is a fact that he has spoken with CGM many times and will continue to speak again, and firmly assured us to consider appeals received by him very positively and Unions and Associations should not go for nationwide agitation for the same. We requested Director HR to share a single copy letter showing action taken by Management against Chennai/TN Circle Management or any displeasure note, but nothing was there to share except telephonic talk.

We requested him to explain to us how Circle Admin is right and how we are wrong in the eyes of management, and if we are convinced we have no issue for changing our stand and withdrawing agitational call. Management has to either accept the factual submission by Unions and Associations with documents supporting our say or convince us factually that we are wrong and Cennai/TN Circle admin actions are right.

We also expressed that the appeal given by SR cell is nothing but threatening and in the entire two page appeal only the last line is matter of appeal and all other content is nothing but threatening of actions against different clauses. We categorically made it clear that peaceful protest against wrong doings by responsible officers is our right as per constitution and such threatening letters will not deviate from us in opposing such wrong and biased actions.

We added that on such issues all the Unions and Associations are united for common cause and action of management to call only for recognised Associations and Unions on notice given by all Unions and Associations is not correct and hence not acceptable to us. Rather, the management has to understand the genuineness of such serious issues raised in the interest of BSNL and take positive steps to look into concerns expressed in such letters.

We added that instead of wasting time in making such threatening appeals to the General Secretaries, one strong and factual DO letter to CGM Chennai/TN from Director HR expressing total displeasure But unfortunately no such single letter is given by the Corporate Office or by Management.

We added that in different meetings it was assured to us by Director HR that explanation will be called on the representations of All Unions and Associations, but even after passing two months, no such explanation is called and if called same is not shared to Unions and Associations for review of our stand. Thus Management is directly or indirectly favouring CGM to go ahead with vindictive actions. We categorically told that enough time is given for BSNL Management but till today no action has been taken rather we are of the opinion that BSNL management is indirectly supporting to go ahead with vindictive actions. Now after the punishment orders issued in CHTD Circle, he has called for explanation from leaders of TN Circle and is moving ahead with more adamancy.

PGM Pers informed that CGM TN is directed not to take any further action on the explanation/s called from Office Bearers of TN Circle. We replied that the concerned circle does not bother about such instructions as seen in the past, but PGM SR added that this time he will follow and the same is confirmed by him.

When we asked what about withdrawal of action he has taken against CHTD Office Bearers, Director HR informed that BSNL management do not stand with any such vindictive actions and any appeal against these punishment orders will be given very positive consideration by him as Director HR as all appeals will come to him.

We demanded that all the punishment orders which are issued wrongly under pressure of one of the party to ongoing dispute, needs to be withdrawn totally and there is no need of appeal from these office Bearers as being asked by Management.

Director HR was of the opinion that we should follow the procedure and in response we have pointed out that the same needs to be instructed to the concerned CGM.

But Director HR continued that he will take care of all the issues and let the individuals submit their representations and assured for its consideration and appealed to keep on hold the agitational call for ten days. PGM Pers/SR informed that work has been initiated and will be surely completed within weeks’ time but the expressed reluctance to give it in writing.

We insisted that such verbal assurances have been given many times but not adhered any time and we reminded Director HR about discussions that happened in the past on the subject and requested for confirming any of the assurance given to us.

We narrated that in July 2025, during the Chennai official tour, CMD BSNL had given public assurance in the meeting of all leaders and CGM along and his HR team of both the Circles to stop all activities at the stage where they were. i. e. Associations will not go for any further agitations and CGM and his HR teams will not take any action against the office Bearers and will make all out efforts for restoration of industrial peace. But instructions even from CMD BSNL are not adhered to and how can we expect that this time he will adhere to it.

Director HR informed us that he will discuss it once again and will ensure that this time he will adhere to the instructions and assured us to speak to him today itself. We insisted for written assurances and Director HR discussed with PGM Pers/SR for giving in writing. Then both left the meeting and discussed in another cabin separately and on return back it was informed that one more appeal will be made to all Unions and Associations should keep on hold the agitation call till next 10 days and meanwhile the majority of the concerns raised by General Secretaries will be taken care of.

We insisted on adding in the appeal to ensure these actions in a time bound manner of one week, but PGM Pers asked for a time of ten days and Director HR endorsed the same. Finally, it was agreed by both parties that after confirmation from CMD BSNL the draft letter will be shared with General Secretaries before signature.

Then again PGM Pers/SR and Director HR left the meeting to get confirmation of conclusive discussions from the CMD BSNL and joined back in the meeting after 10 minutes with consent of CMD BSNL and instructed DGM SR to prepare a draft letter and share it with General Secretaries immediately.

Finally a draft was shared by Director HR with us wherein no time frame was mentioned. We insisted on the same and then it was added that all the issues related to CGM CHTD/TN will be taken care of within ten days. We also insisted on keeping on hold the Punishment orders also for ten days and it was assured by Director HR that it is as good as assured and requested for not insisting for the same. After elaborate discussions and to depth analysis and by understanding firm, positive promises by Director HR, all the General Secretaries responded positively and assured that if the same appeal is given in the meeting itself, we will keep on hold the agitational call for next ten days provided action on both the demands are taken else we will resume the action.

Director HR informed that he will take final approval of draft from CMD BSNL and then signed copy will be shared. But meantime CMD BSNL left the office for the prescheduled meeting at PMO New Delhi and desired approval of the final draft from CMD BSNL could not be received before his leaving office. Though efforts were made to get the approval, it was delayed.

After this understanding and positive conclusion of discussions, Director HR shared that he has to leave for Bhopal for personal appearance in the court case. He directed PGM Pers/SR to share the final letter to General Secretaries at the earliest. But before leaving office, he once again assured general Secretaries that his office will take care as per the discussions in the meeting and General Secretaries should withdraw the agitational call of Lunch Hour Demonstration on the same day. As such it was concluded to give written assurance cum appeal by Management to settle all the issues and demands raised by Unions and Association in time of 10 days and the agitational call for Lunch Hour demonstration will be kept on hold by all Unions and Associations.

Thereafter Director HR left the meeting and PGM Pers /SR made further efforts to get informal approval of CMD BSNL and formally handing over a copy to all General Secretaries and we were asked to wait for some time in the chamber of Director HR for some time.

On return of CMD BSNL, PGM Pers discussed the draft and after going through the draft and the same was modified from “resolution of issues to issues and necessary action shall be taken” to “will be looked into” and also the time of ten days mentioned was deleted keeping it again open. This was not agreed by General Secretaries and PGM SR/Pers again took up matter with CMD BSNL, but it was not agreed to restore the earlier words in the draft letter and mainly the time frame of ten days for resolution of issues was not agreed.

In conclusion, PGM Pers/SR informed that leaders should not worry about the words and appealed not to go for particular word/s and requested to believe on the discussions and firm assurances by Director HR and directed DGM SR to hand over signed copy to all General Secretaries. In absence of an assured time frame for resolution of the disputed issues, we categorically denied to accept the letter. The same was later on sent the appeal by email to General Secretaries of All Unions and Associations.

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After this meeting the leaders of All Unions and Associations had meeting at 1500 Hrs to review the appeal by the management and further course of action wherein the response from Management was analyzed and it was decided to wait for next ten days for resolution of demands and start the call after 10 days if management doesn’t resolve the issue as promised. It was further resolved that if no action is taken by Management, then the agitational call will be intensified with wearing black badges, Quitting official WhatsApp groups, Reaching to press and media, taking up the issue with Secretary DoT, Minister of State Communications, Minister of Communications, fresh Lunch Hour Demonstration on daily basis, Twitter Campaign against the attitude of Circle Management and so on till the issues are not resolved to its root cause.

Let us hope that the management keeps its words and remain prepared for intensifying struggle if the issues are not resolved as promised.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) has decided to stop ongoing organisational action programs. This decision follows the outcome of a significant meeting held on 17th July 2025 between the BDM (AIGETOA & BTEU)-BMS delegation and the Hon’ble Minister of Communications, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Ji, where detailed discussions on key issues concerning BSNL, MTNL, and their employees were held.

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During the meeting, the Hon’ble MoC acknowledged the seriousness of the issues and extended positive assurances on various agenda items. Further, BSNL Management has also held multiple meetings and conveyed firm actions on several long-pending matters concerning employees.

The Hon’ble MoC has gone through all the agenda points submitted and has given positive assurance with respect to the points raised in the agenda including that of BSNL viability and the long pending HR issues. Hon’ble Minister has also assured for a tri-partite meeting between DoT, BSNL and AIGETOA & BTEU BSNL (BMS Affiliates).

Subsequent to the various meetings with Management at various levels wherein a firm action on the charter of demands has been assured to take up the matter with DoT with respect to extension of 3rd PRC and the Standard Pay Scales of E2 for JTO/JAO/Equivalent grades and E3 for SDE/AO/Equivalent Scales, 30% Superannuation Benefits including PRMB, Death Relief Fund. We further hope that the revised committee constituted for the Pay Loss shall submit its report in the stipulated time.

BDM expresses its trust in the commitment of the BSNL Management and DoT and looks forward to conclusive action within 1 to 1.5 months. It has been clearly stated that any inaction or deviation from assurances will compel the forum to reassess its stand.

We sincerely and wholeheartedly thank each and every executive and employee of BSNL for your unstinted support, unity, and active participation in the organisational programs so far. Your commitment and discipline have sent a strong message to all stakeholders. We appreciate the solidarity and efforts of all executives and employees and hope for a constructive resolution in the larger interest of BSNL’s revival and employee welfare.

A delegation of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh consisting of General Secretary Shri Ravindra Himte, All India Secretary Shri Ram Nath Ganeshe, General Secretary AIGETOA BSNL Shri Ravi Shil Verma, AIGETOA President Shri G Veerabhadra Rao, GS BTEU BSNL Shri R C Pandey and GS MTNLMS Shri Dharam Raj met Hon’ble MoC Shri Jyotiraditya M Scindia Ji and had detailed discussions on the issues pertaining to BSNL, MTNL and its employees. Hon’ble MoC went through all the agenda points submitted and directed his office to arrange a tripartite meeting consisting of DoT, BSNL and the BMS affiliated unions and associations. Hon’ble Minister assured for his intervention in settling out the long pending issues of BSNL/MTNL. Hon’ble Minister was appreciative of the efforts of BSNL and MTNL employees and assured that all the issues raised shall be given due care. His office will intervene with BSNL and DoT to ensure that the genuine concerns of the employees are being taken care of.

Following issues were discussed:

1] Smooth Rollout of BSNL 4G services by BSNL by resolving the problems associated with the network and backhaul:

Hon’ble MoC told that he is personally monitoring the progress. All issues shall be taken care of and all the problems shall be resolved in due course. We requested Hon’ble MoC to direct BSNL Management to take care of the issues expeditiously which are in the domain of BSNL.

2] Withdrawal of Unjustified Notice for De-recognition of AIGETOA by BSNL Management and unnecessary targeting the AIGETOA office bearers across BSNL and not granting them facilities under the Recognition of BSNL Executive Association rules:

Hon’ble MoC took strong note of the same and assured for his intervention and directed his office to take up with BSNL for the corrective action.

3] Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL by waiving off the affordability clause for BSNL and wage negotiation:

Hon’ble MoC appreciated the issue and told that BSNL revenue situation has improved and government will take a decision on the same soon after getting the input from DoT.

4] Implementation of 30% Superannuation benefit to the Direct Recruits of BSNL as per the recommendation of 2nd PRC and Formation of Death Relief Fund (DRF) trust and extension of Standard pay Scales of E2 and E3:

Hon’ble MoC has directed DOT to convene a tripartite meeting and settle the issues in a best possible manner.

5] Extending the Promotional Avenues for BSNL Employees:

Hon’ble MoC personally assured to take care of this issue and told that he will direct BSNL to ensure that employees get their promotions and such type of delay in promotions should not be there. He directed his office to follow up on the issue with BSNL and expressed surprise that even with zero financial implication, such type of delay is there.

6] BTEU raised the issue of extending the promotions through Seniority Cum Fitness from Non-Executive to Executive Cadre. The issue shall be further discussed during the tri-partite meeting.

7] Issuance of Mass Transfers in contravention to the transfer policy resulting into unnecessary financial expenditure for BSNL:

Hon’ble MoC directed his office to seek a report from BSNL on the same.

8] JE Period Pay Scales as a part of 3rd PRC wage negotiation:

The issue shall be taken up as a part of the tri-partite meeting between DoT, BSNL and BMS Affiliated unions and Associations.

9] Withdrawal of Sports Facility:

The issue was raised by BMS team that even such welfare measures are being curtailed in BSNL and requested Hon’ble MoC to intervene for the same.

10] Lifting of Ban on Compassionate Ground Appointment:

The delegation requested for lifting the ban on CGA appointments. The issue shall be discussed in the tri-partite meeting.

The BMS delegation extended thanks to Hon’ble MOC and assured firm support to all the government endeavours which are being taken to revive BSNL and for the betterment of BSNL employees.