AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL reminder letter seeking immediate communication of the final decision on the long-pending proposal of “One PSU – One Executive Association.”

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Despite the formation of a committee in Feb 2025 and subsequent deliberations, the final recommendations have not yet been shared with stakeholders. This prolonged delay, even after consensus among major executive associations, is creating uncertainty among executives.

AIGETOA reiterated that the proposal was jointly supported by all major associations with the objective of ensuring unity, improving efficiency, and enabling faster resolution of HR issues. The association emphasized that the concept offers clear organizational benefits, including reduction in administrative overheads, elimination of inter-association conflicts, and establishment of a single-point interface for smoother decision-making.

Expressing concern over the delay, AIGETOA stated that keeping the matter unresolved for over a year gives an impression that either there is reluctance at the management level or certain elements within the committee or outside are not inclined towards implementation, despite the consensus among major associations. The association has demanded transparency in case of any objections and called for a joint discussion if required.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) has submitted its suggestions on the DoT Office Memorandum dated 09.04.2026 relating to the constitution of a committee for Human Resource Management in BSNL. BDM has sought a review of the committee framework and requested inclusion of regular BSNL stakeholders and recognized associations in the consultation process.

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BDM has also emphasized the need for fairness in HR policies, protection of career progression of regular executives, and a uniform approach in matters affecting BSNL’s permanent workforce.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) has raised a major concern raised on continued possibility of using the committee framework to justify perpetual deputation arrangements and policies favouring outside decision-makers over regular BSNL employees. BDM clearly stated that any effort to continue deputation arrangements beyond 31.12.2026 should be avoided, and officers willing to serve in BSNL should do so through absorption, in line with fairness and institutional accountability.

The BDM raised the issue of discriminatory service conditions within the same organization. The officers on deputation continue to receive CDA pay scales and benefits of Central Pay Commissions, while regular BSNL employees remain on IDA scales and are denied PSU benefits on affordability grounds, even though both draw from the same BSNL financial system. It is imbalance inequitable and demoralizing for the permanent workforce.

Promotions and career progression of officers on deputation to BSNL against the posts reserved in BSNL cannot be treated as a justified arrangement being contrary to the DPE as well as DoP&T guidelines, especially when regular BSNL executives continue to face stagnation, discrimination, and denial of basic career progression opportunities despite being similarly qualified and similarly being experienced. The practice of promoting officers on deputation to BSNL against BSNL Reserved Posts must immediately be stopped to protect the sanctity of DoP&T/DPE guidelines issued in this regard. The concept of One PSU-One Policy must be implemented in BSNL.

In addition, the terms of reference for the committee should also contain devising a clear accountability framework for the policy makers who are running the company for the last 25 years with a clear focus on why BSNL could not develop its internal management hierarchy in these years.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch requests and urgent intervention in the matter so that any policy affecting the future of BSNL must be shaped with inclusive participation of its permanent stakeholders. We will also be submitting our formal suggestions and representation with respect to the complete Human Resource Management Planning for future of BSNL in due course.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) writes to Hon’ble MoC for posting of a regular CMD in BSNL to ensure the desired results for the Government’s revival roadmap for BSNL.

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Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) submitted the following for consideration of DoT and ACC :

1] The process for selection and appointment of a regular CMD for BSNL may be completed urgently either by using PESB or Search-cum-Selection Committee method as already advised by PESB.

2] The selected CMD must be given a reasonably long and stable tenure so that medium- and long-term strategic decisions on network rollout, HR and finances can be taken without the uncertainty of short ad-hoc extensions.

3] The roadmap and expected timelines for regular CMD selection may be communicated to the stakeholders, including the employee unions and associations of BSNL, so that speculation and uncertainty at the field level can be minimized.

AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL seeking urgent consideration of all pending transfer cases under the Online Transfer Policy (OTP), including hard tenure transfers and relieving, humanitarian requests, and inter-circle transfer matters, AGM LICE OTP cases. Many cases have been pending for a long time, causing serious hardship to executives and their families.

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The association has requested that BSNL issue pending OTP transfer orders without leaving out any eligible case and ensure timely relieving, especially for executives who have already completed hard tenure service and those waiting for posting to hard tenure circles. We has also urged that cases likely to mature up to 31.03.2027 be considered now so that executives are not forced to wait for another annual cycle.

Key Points Highlighted :

1] Pending Hard Tenure Transfers & Relieving

2] Humanitarian Considerations

• Medical issues (self/family)
• Caregiver responsibilities
• Spouse grounds
• Children’s education

3] Executives nearing retirement (58+ years)

4] Displaced executives due to long-stay transfers

5] Return to Parent Circle (Non-Hard Tenure Cases)

6] Utilization in Specialized/Non-Territorial Circles

7] AGM LICE Transfer Cases

As per the provisions of constitution of AIGETOA and the decision of Central Executive Committee on 10th & 11th Feb 2026, the CHQ, CS & CP meeting is hereby notified to be held on 26th to 27th April 2026 at New Delhi / NCR.

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GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL for Immediate Review and Implementation of Unfreezing of IDA (from April 2020 to Current Rates) for Medical Reimbursement under BSNL MRS.

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AIGETOA writes to the CMD BSNL expressing serious concern over the delay in implementation of revised Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA) rates effective from 01.01.2026.

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Despite clear instructions from DoT, BSNL has not implemented the revised IDA rates so far. BSNL employees are eagerly waiting for the enhanced IDA for the last two months and therefore, implementation before preparation of salary for March 2026 is absolutely essential.

It is further understood that BSNL is considering seeking fresh clarification/concurrence from DoT for implementing the revised IDA. Such an approach is completely unwarranted, as historically, IDA revisions have always been implemented based on DPE orders. Any deviation from this established practice will not only delay rightful benefits to employees but also set a highly undesirable precedent.

The Association has also clearly stated that it does not support any views favoring delay in implementation, as such actions are detrimental to employee interests.

AIGETOA writes reminder letter to the CMD BSNL raising serious concerns regarding the functioning of the Establishment/Recruitment/Admin/Training vertical and the continued posting of officers in sensitive positions in violation of prescribed guidelines.

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AIGETOA pointed out that several important issues earlier raised with the management remain unresolved despite repeated assurances. The association noted that many matters involving minimal or no financial implications are still pending, causing unnecessary difficulties for executives.

The association also expressed concern over the continued posting of officers in sensitive positions for prolonged periods. It was highlighted that the DGM (Admin) under PGM (Admin) continues to hold a sensitive position while simultaneously functioning as Protocol Officer, which raises questions regarding adherence to norms governing postings in sensitive roles.

Further, AIGETOA drew attention to the inconsistency in administrative practices where, on one hand, officers reportedly recommended for major charge-sheet in corruption related cases are continuing in sensitive positions, while on the other hand many executives across the organization are transferred even on minor show-cause notices or minor disciplinary proceedings.

The association also reiterated its concern regarding officials in the HR group (Pers/Est/Admin etc.) continuing in the same sections for more than prescribed period without being included in rotational transfer lists, while executives from other wings are being transferred across verticals. Such disparity raises questions on fairness and transparency in the process.

AIGETOA has requested the CMD BSNL to personally intervene and initiate corrective measures, including review of the functioning of the concerned vertical, compliance with CVC guidelines on tenure in sensitive posts, and ensuring uniform administrative standards across the organization. We sought a vigilance enquiry into the circumstances leading to such violations and preferential treatment.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) writes to the CMD BSNL raising serious objections to the continuation of the Senior Executive Trainee (SET) recruitment process despite strong opposition from all stakeholders.

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BSNL management had earlier assured that the ongoing SET recruitment process would be deferred and discussions would be held on creating a proper career hierarchy and succession plan for executives. However, instead of deferring the recruitment completely, the management has only extended the registration process and postponed the examination, which is breach of the earlier assurance.

BDM has highlighted that recruiting fresh candidates at the E3 level above existing executives will result in serious injustice to internal talent and further demotivate thousands of BSNL executives who are already waiting for their rightful promotions. The forum has urged the BSNL management to immediately halt the SET recruitment process and instead focus on executing long-pending promotions and strengthening internal career progression. BDM cautioned that if the process continues despite strong opposition, it may lead to organizational action programmes and protests.

GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL seeking expeditious implementation of the proposal for “One PSU – One Executive Association” policy, which was jointly submitted by all the three major service associations prior to the 4th Membership Verification (MV).

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AIGETOA has pointed out that it is quite surprising that a proposal aimed at reducing unnecessary association-based divisions and promoting greater harmony and unity among executives continues to remain pending despite having the concurrence of all the major service associations in BSNL.

AIGETOA has further highlighted that the 4th Membership Verification is due this year, and as per the established practice, the notification for MV is generally issued in the month of March. Therefore, the management’s decision on implementing the “One PSU – One Association” policy, which already has the consensus of the three major service associations, needs to be communicated without any further delay.

Accordingly, in the larger interest of BSNL and the unity of executives, AIGETOA has once again urged the management to take an expeditious decision on implementing the “One PSU – One Executive Association” policy.