BDM writes to Hon’ble MoC for implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL by waiving of the affordability clause in view of the continued upsurge in financial performance and BSNL’s successful role in development of Swadeshi 4G Stack.

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BDM has submitted the following salient points for consideration of implementation of 3^rd PRC for BSNL by doing away the affordability clause:

1] Involvement of BSNL in successful development of Swadeshi 4G (5G ready) technology making Bharat only the fifth country have its own End-to-end indigenous 4G stack. Making India Atmanirbhar in all domains is the vision of our Hon’ble Prime Minister and we take pride in being part of this divine initiative. 

2] BSNL has Strategic, Social & Economic Relevance in Telecom Sector and is rendering telecom services in a fiercely competitive market dominated by large Private Sector Telecom Service Providers. Its main role are as follows:

• It addresses market imperfections in telecom sector;
• It is functioning as a reference point for getting more reliable information for the sector regulator;
• It is working as tariff balancer so as to ensure availability of reliable and affordable telecom service to the masses;
• It is providing telecom services in the uneconomic, unviable, rural, far flung areas and difficult hilly terrains;
• It plays vital role in providing connectivity during emergencies, natural calamities, war like situation etc. The recent examples being – providing the uninterrupted telecom services during the recent tense geopolitical situation at Border Areas and Covid-19 Pandemic.

3] BSNL is executing Government Projects of national importance like Bharat-Net, Network for Spectrum, LWE Areas Project and Comprehensive Telecom Development Plan for NE States, etc.

4] BSNL has been identified as ‘Strategic Sector’ CPSU in Telecom Domain, due to reasons mentioned above.

5] The financial position of BSNL has been on rising trend due to the continuous support and various initiatives taken by the Government of India under the active guidance of your good self and also because of the firm commitment shown by the employees of BSNL to fulfil these visionary objectives. This is very much visible from the recent statistics of BSNL as mentioned below:

Revenue statement (in Crores) for the last few years is as follows:

While seeking the options for absorption in BSNL, Government gave the Erstwhile DoT employees assurances for better prospects. Had they not opted for absorption, they would have got the benefits of 7th CPC and now will get 8^th CPC. Unabsorbed Government officers deployed in BSNL have already been granted the benefit of 7th CPC w.e.f. 01.01.2016 and they shall be now getting the 8^th CPC also without any linkage to Profitability of BSNL.

It will be pertinent to mention that almost all of these unabsorbed employees getting the 7^th CPC benefits have been working in BSNL only ever since BSNL was formed. Even they are being promoted against the vacant Posts of BSNL. It is our submission that the regular employees of BSNL should not face the financial loss just because they chose to obey the directions of the government. This disparity has been highlighted by the Hon’ble Parliamentary Committee of Public Sector Undertakings (COPU) with a recommendation to resolve this disparity to DOT/BSNL in its 6^th Report submitted before 18^th Loksabha.   

It is submitted that to make turnaround of a non-profitable CPSU working in stiff competition needs more motivated employees than an organization already running in profit in a lesser competitive market. Apart from above it is also worth mentioning that to remain vibrant and add to its competitive edge, BSNL has recruited about 36,000 employees with Technical and Professional qualifications. Pay revision is imperative to retain and motivate this young talent.

We would also like to submit the Recommendations of the 3rd PRC (Para 5 of the Executive Summary) wherein the committee has recommended that affordability conditions shall not be applicable to such CPSEs which are formed to perform specific agenda of the Govt. BSNL was formed in pursuance of specific agenda of the Govt of India to meet the objectives of the National Telecom Policy 1999. Therefore, the condition of affordability should not have been insisted in case of BSNL.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) writes to Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi Ji extending the gratitude for the motivational words recognizing the efforts of employees of BSNL on its 25th Anniversary with a request for Blessing BSNL Employees with Implementation of 3rd PRC and Resolution of Long-Pending HR Issues.

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BDM highlighted that the implementation of Swadeshi 4G technology, in which the consistent hard work of BSNL employees has played a major role, clearly signifies the strategic and national importance of BSNL. BSNL remains the only operator dedicated to fulfil the telecom objectives of Government in terms of bridging the digital divide between rural and urban India. The 3^rd PRC recommendations contain the affordability waiver for the PSUs/Organizations involved in works of specific nature with non-profit agenda. BSNL also needs to be placed in same category given its involvement in the development of Swadeshi Mobile Technology forming a strong pillar for an Atmanirbhar Bharat in Telecom Domain and its involvement in carrying forward the telecom dreams of nation. In this context, we earnestly request for the waiver of the affordability clause for the central PSU BSNL to ensure justice and parity for BSNL employees – The unsung telecom Warriors of the nation.

Bhartiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) requested :

1] For implementation of the 3rd PRC in BSNL by granting waiver of the affordability clause, thereby recognizing the selfless contribution of BSNL employees in making India Atmanirbhar in Telecom, building the nation’s digital backbone and bridging the digital divide between rural and urban India.

2] For Directing the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and BSNL management to address the long-pending HR and pay parity issues, ensuring motivation, retention, and fairness among all cadres.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) writes to the CMD BSNL expressing deep disappointment over the non-resolution of long-pending HR issues despite categorical assurances from BSNL Management in July 2025.

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On the basis of commitments given by BSNL and appeals issued by management, BDM had called off its organizational action programs in good faith. However, even after the intervention of the Hon’ble Minister of Communications, directions from the Apex Parliamentary Committee on Public Undertakings (COPU), and the passage of almost two months, no progress has been made, nor has any communication been shared with the constituents of BDM.

BDM highlighted that the categorical assurances from management that issues would be resolved within 2-3 weeks have not been honored and employees who showed restraint and trust in management’s word are now feeling disheartened.

As BSNL prepares to celebrate its Silver Jubilee on 1st October 2025 with customer-centric programs, BDM has reminded management that the long-pending HR issues are also completing 25 years of pendency. Instead of symbolic gifts like silver coins, the real gift to employees, who are the internal customers of BSNL should be the resolution of long-pending issues related to Pay, Pension, and Promotion, including implementation of 3rd PRC.

BDM has clearly stated that in the absence of firm and time-bound actions by management, it will be compelled to review its earlier decision of keeping organizational programs in abeyance. The responsibility for any industrial unrest will solely rest with BSNL Management.

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.

In response to the meeting held with Director HR and the subsequent discussions, the twitter program to be held on 16th July 2025 has been deferred.

We sincerely hope that management will keep its words of conclusive decisions by this weekend. We will keep you updated about the developments.

🛑 Silent Stand in Protest – 15 July 2025

🕒 Lunch Hour & Closing Hour

👕 Black Shirts/T-Shirts

This silent protest is not only a stand against gag orders and mismanagement – it is also a solemn remembrance of the BSNL warriors we have lost.

Their dedication fuels our resolve. Their legacy strengthens our cause.

🕊 Let silence honor their memory and ignite meaningful change.

In line with another communication from BSNL Management , the BDM leaders had a meeting with Director HR and PGMs (Pers, Estt & SR) to discuss various important issues.

The brief of discussions which took place are as below:

Superannuation Benefits & PRMB:

It is intimated that management has formed a committee to look into the matter raised by BDM. The committee is expected to finalize its report and conclude maximum within this week. It was conveyed to BDM that management understands the genuineness of this issue and they are very much considerate on extending the relief and resolution of this long pending issue which pertains to the social security of the BSNL Recruits.

Escalation of E2 E3 Matter to DoT:

The communication from BDM for implementation of E2-E3 pay scales for implementation of standard pay scales has been forwarded to DOT for further action and decision. BDM is pursuing for another tripartite meeting with DoT, BSNL and BMS Association & unions.

Implementation of 3rd PRC and conclusion of wage negotiation agreement:

It was informed that the wage negotiation committee has finalised the report. The calculation of financial implication with respect to extending different slabs of fitment has been submitted for concurrence and decision by the competent authority. Management side assured that this issue will be concluded with positive resolution in next few days.

Pay Loss issues:

It is informed that Committee has been constituted for checking the concerns. Other pay loss issue pertaining to JE Period are being looked into by the Wage Negotiation Committee official side.

Promotions in Various Cadres:

Management suggested to have a common approach in this regard from all stake holders. Management proposed for detailed meetings to discuss the implementation of promotions in all cadres which is scheduled to be held on 15th or 16th with PGM Pers and his team. All the possible ways were assured to be explored for Promotions to the eligible executives across various streams and cadres. The necessary action shall be taken after the meeting.

Pay Scales of JEs:

The pay scales of JE were discussed, and the request made by BDM was shared with the Pay Revision Negotiation Committee to incorporate for deliberations. The necessary changes based on the suggestions of BDM especially wrt JE pay scales have been taken into consideration by the committee and the same has been incorporated in the wage negotiation report.

Transport allowance:

The up gradation of Transport allowance will be done to the best possible level based on recommendations of committee. The same is likely to be concluded within one week.

TA/DA and Removal of DA freeze on Medical reimbursement:

Conclusive discussions on TA/DA revision and unfreezing of medical reimbursement DA rates from that of April-2020 will also be concluded by this weekend with best possible efforts to extend relief to the employees.

Asset Ambassador Proposal:

The issue of asset management was discussed, and it has been modified from compulsory to volunteering. This change is expected to bring more flexibility and ease the burden on employees. Management has agreed to the demand of AIGETOA to do away with any forceful implementation of the asset ambassador and made it voluntary.

Operational 3-Tier Structure:

Management informed that the proposed 3-tier structure has been designed as per operational requirements and the same is still in POC stage. Management assured that they are open to suggestions from BDM in this regard. Final rollout and further refinements will be done based on the feedback from the stakeholders especially with regard to the inputs of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch.

Attendance App:

Director HR said that BDM may submit its suggestions to improve the attendance app and take care of the concerns raised, taking into account the requirements of field officers and officials, as well as BSNL’s needs. He assured that management is open to all feasible solutions. BDM forum assured that they will submit its suggestions in this week itself for further consideration.

Sabbatical Leave:

Management side informed that the proposal for sabbatical leave has been put up for approval, and that it will be cleared soon. BDM forum welcomed the same

Death Relief Fund:

It was intimated that as per assurance given to AIGETOA and BDM, the report for the Death Relief Fund are under finalization and are expected to be submitted this week.

Organisational Activities:

PGM SR advised that associations should not engage in agitation activities. The BDM leaders were requested to withdraw such activities immediately and were assured that management is working on all the issues with a positive frame of mind intended towards finding the resolution of the issues to the best possible extent.

The meeting concluded with a request to withdraw agitation, assuring outcomes as per rules and administrative timelines. The BDM leaders requested to address the concerns and look forward to positive outcomes. It was communicated that its been many days but still the things have not taken a concrete shape. However, It was conveyed to management that the outcome of the today’s meeting shall be shared transparently to all the stake holders and office bearers down the line.

(Team Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch)

Dear BSNL Colleagues,

On behalf of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (AIGETOA, BTEU BSNL, BDPS, STEWA, AIBSNLOBCEA, FNTOBEA, BTU), We extend our sincere thanks to all the employees of BSNL for supporting today’s twitter campaign launched by BDM by cutting across the association and union lines.

The total tweets supporting the campaign has crossed 70K tweets(Still Continuing) and the #SaveBSNL #OperationSankalp #SaveSwadeshi4g has been trending at Number #1 alternatively, in twitter trends under telecom and business news for the whole campaign period from 3.15 PM to 5.45 PM and even kept trending till late hours.

The support extended by the employees to the programs launched by Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch is a testament to the unity and the common thought process of employees. We once again take this opportunity to appeal all Unions and Associations of BSNL to support the cause and make this program more stronger.

Further, this is to inform you all that the twitter program of tomorrow is being rescheduled to be held on 16th July 2025 from 3 PM to 4.30 PM. With your support and participation, we are very sure that this time that the count will double and reach at least 1.5 lakhs.

We once again extend our thanks to all the BSNL Colleagues for the successful conduction of today’s twitter campaign.

The next program is silent protest in Lunch Hours and Closing hours on 15th July 2025. We once again solicit your support for making the program even more successful.

Together we will win definitely.

Submission of Memorandum to Hon’ble MoC, Hon’ble MoSC by CHQ & Hon’ble Governors of the State, Hon’ble MPs of the Area, Hon’ble Ministers by respective CSs/DSs.

(10th July 2025 to 20th July 2025)

Program of Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) – Activity to be performed:

Submission of Memorandum in support of the demands raised by BDM to Hon’ble Minister for Communications by CHQ, Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications by CHQ, Hon’ble Governors of the State, Hon’ble MPs of the Area, Hon’ble Ministers by respective CSs/DSs.

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All Circle Secretaries/District Secretaries upto OA Level, ensure the submission of above memorandum to seek the kind intervention of the, Hon’ble Governors, Hon’ble Members of Parliament (MPs), and other concerned dignitaries for resolving the critical issues affecting BSNL’s revival, execution of projects of national importance, and long-pending HR issues of BSNL Executives and Employees.

Activity Details

✅ STEP-1: Visit and Submission of Memorandum

All CSs, DSs, and members are requested to:

1] Personally visit the Hon’ble MPs of their constituencies and Hon’ble Governors of their states.

2] Submit the memorandum on BDM (Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch) letterhead highlighting the key issues and appeal for their support.

3] Ensure proper documentation of the visit with photographs during the submission.

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📄Click Here for the List of MPs (Rajya Sabha & Lok Sabha)

📄Click Here for the List of State Governors

✅ STEP-2: Uploading Detail

After the submission, all concerned office bearers are requested to:

• Upload details of their visit (Date, Name of Hon’ble MPs/Governors etc.) in Google Form.
• Attach photos of submission on the Google Form link provided.

📤 Click Here to Upload Details of Visit to Hon’ble MPs Lok Sabha

📤 Click Here to Upload Details of Visit to Hon’ble MPs Rajya Sabha

📤 Click Here to Upload Details of Visit to Hon’ble Governors

⚠️ Important Instructions for All CSs & DSs:

Let’s unite for the cause of BSNL and raise our collective voice to ensure timely intervention and revival of the telecom PSU.

Together, let’s strengthen BSNL – A Nation’s Asset!