On 18th July 2025, a meeting of Team AIGETOA was held with the team of PGM Pers. A joint meeting was a better option but same couldn’t be held for the reasons not known to AIGETOA. Hence meeting with AIGETOA was held individually.

The meeting focused on the promotions for all eligible on which detailed deliberations were held. Association also submitted the backdrop of the justifications which necessitates promotions of all eligible executives especially the injustices meted out to the executives by virtue of the wrong interpretation of S K Dubey Judgement.

Association gave its feedback and suggestions which was noted with positivity from Pers Side. Suggestions were primarily based on following points:

1] Execute the proposal initiated in December 2024 to finality.

2] Increase in posts in AGM and DGM cadre which will end all the litigations including promotions in JTO to SDE cadre for the whole LICE 2012 batch and even beyond them. The calculation was shared with Pers Team.

3] Else institute the 10 years personal upgradation criteria in SDE to AGM (Telecom) and AO to CAO, 6 years in JTO to SDE & JAO to AO, 6 years in AGM to DGM telecom and equivalent.

4] Else extend time bound promotions up to AGM level by making appropriate changes in hierarchy and making clusters which also aligns with the vision of lean and flat hierarchy.

5] With Respect to AO to CAO promotions, a way-out was decided to be worked out which can ensure the solution through legal means. AIGETOA team assured for expeditious action on those lines. Details shall be shared in due course. This will open way to JAO to AO promotions also.

6] It was also requested to ensure that backlog promotions in the PwD quota must be completed as the same has been delayed beyond any justifications. If there is any lag on the part of any authority, they must be taken to task. We requested for immediate clearance of backlog as per Hon’ble Supreme Court orders.

7] Various litigations were also discussed. Association assured that if promotions of all eligible are taken care of, association will coordinate with all the contending parties for ending the litigations and also will ensure that legal proceedings are taken care of in a conclusive way and wherever necessary, association will become party also.

Personal side noted all the points and said that one more meeting will be held by next week jointly if all agree else individually. We extended thanks to the Personal team. The discussions were held in very amicable environment and firmness in the words of Pers Team was visible.

Yesterday Hon’ble MoC has assured for his intervention in ensuring that promotions happen without any further delay and we sincerely hope that discussions gets concluded in the form of results ASAP.

OTP Window: PGM Pers told that with Annual transfers system in place now, OTP Window will be opened in Jan Feb only on which association raised its firm objection that such changes can’t be done by modifying the policy retrospectively. We requested for immediate opening of OTP window, however PGM Pers was non committal. Association categorically told that this violates the existing policy. Hence, the OTP window must be opened now.

On the issue of Hard tenure Completion cases, it was informed that tenure orders will be considered as and when same gets completed. We reminded him that many persons have completed their tenures and their orders have still not been issued. It was assured that the same will be taken care of.

The issues of the executives who were displaced in long stay and their posting back to their parent circles were also discussed. Pers team told that 3 years OTP can’t be claimed as a right. We said it was inhumane to displace people at the fag end of their careers and these executives must be allowed to go back to their parent circles. AIGETOA requested for calling for volunteers for the deficit circle on a fix tenure basis. Pers team agreed to explore the same.

Further discussions to continue.

The much-awaited case was listed on 10th July 2025 at CAT Chandigarh for hearing. AIGETOA counsel Sh. R.K. Sharma presented detailed arguments for over an hour, highlighting all key anomalies related to the grant of E1 and E2 scales post-2nd PRC. The bench appeared quite convinced with the arguments.

Due to time constraints, the matter was listed again on 11th July for final arguments. However, due to accidental injury involving our counsel, he couldn’t present himself physically in court. Though he tried to attend through VC but the case was finally adjourned to 19.09.2025 directing the Respondent No. 2 to file their reply, if any

Next Hearing Date: 19th September 2025 is the Final Hearing date for the case) AIGETOA is optimistic for a favorable outcome, considering the strong pleadings and legal preparation of the counsel and the legal team of AIGETOA.

Sh Sunil Gautam (AGS, CHQ), AIGETOA legal team Shri Chander Singh Negi JS-North CHQ, Shri Vikas Gutpa, Shri Yogesh Chabbra, CS Punjab & Shri Mohit Chandel CP Punjab was present during proceedings for both the days.

Friends, we are almost on the verge of success for achieving the long awaited settlement of the standard pay scale E2 for JTO/JAO Equivalent. One side, 9 year long case is reaching to its conclusion which in all probability will be in favor of the members of AIGETOA and on the other side, BSNL has once again taken up the issue with DoT, a phase shift from their earlier stand which they took after receiving the letter from DOT as a part of the CLC settlement held with the other association. AIGETOA all this while has never let it go and kept its struggle on, both through legal means and also through BSNL by organisational means. Today we are almost reaching to settlement. Thanks to your support and participation. We request you to strengthen the platform by joining en-masse.

Together We Will Achieve Everything

AIGETOA has submitted a letter to the CMD BSNL, Sh A Robert J Ravi Ji, raising unequivocal objections to the recently launched “Mission Revenue First – Asset Ambassador” scheme. The initiative as impractical, symbolic, demotivating, and disconnected from ground realities.

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🔴 Key Objections Raised by AIGETOA:

1] The policy lacks precedent, practicality, and purpose. Assigning network assets like OLTs and BTSs to employees without authority, resources, or control is operationally unsound and practically redundant.

2] BSNL is ignoring real issues like outdated transmission equipment, poor QoS post-4G rollout, repeated link failures, and inaccessible fault booking systems.

3] Employees are being burdened with responsibilities without authority, tools, or training. No incentives, decision-making powers, or operational infrastructure have been provided.

4] The morale of employees is already at a historic low due to non-implementation of pay revisions, no career growth, lack of social security, and poor working conditions.

5] The initiative overlaps with existing systems like IPMS, Integrated NOC, and KPI monitoring, causing duplication and administrative chaos.

🛑 AIGETOA Demands:

1] Immediate withdrawal of the Asset Ambassador policy.

2] Address systemic and infrastructural failures that are the root causes of revenue erosion.

3] Ensure dignified working conditions – many BSNL offices are in dilapidated and unsafe states.

4] Provision of necessary operational tools – transport, hardware, spares, and AMC support.

5] Implementation of HR reforms – including pay scales, promotions, superannuation, and employee welfare measures.

6] Fix accountability at leadership levels for flawed policy frameworks.

AIGETOA firmly states that such symbolic and impractical initiatives will not revive BSNL. Instead, trust, empowerment, and practical policies must form the foundation of revival. The association reaffirmed its commitment to protect the dignity and interests of BSNL executives and demanded corrective measures at the topmost level.

GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL Shri A Robert J Ravi emphasizing the urgent need for provision of dedicated vehicles in field units for safeguarding Telecom Infrastructure and supporting operational excellence thereby protecting crores of rupees investments in infrastructure and drive revenue growth and coverage convergence.

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The absence of reliable transportation severely hampers BSNL’s ability to safeguard its vast telecom infrastructure, respond to emergencies, maintain service quality, and effectively engage with enterprise customers. The lack of vehicles affects the specific operational challenges :

1] Maintenance of critical infrastructure and site visits.

2] Monitoring of OLTEs, 4G saturation, and Project IX.2.

3] Field marketing and outreach in remote areas.

4] Timely coordination with municipal and civil authorities.

5] Attending VIP visits, public programs, and emergencies at odd hours.

6] Enterprise Business engagements and revenue exploration.

AIGETOA has proposed the immediate deployment of rented cab services (like Ola/Uber) where available, and contracted vehicles in other areas. It needs to acknowledge that vehicle provision is not a luxury but a critical operational necessity to protect crores of rupees worth of infrastructure and ensure BSNL’s growth trajectory.

Update on Meeting with CMD BSNL on the issue of Recent Transfer and Postings: “The bigger Question – Who Did It as no body is willing to take the onus.” Time has come to restart the postponed organisational actions –

On 13th May 2025, Team AIGETOA met CMD BSNL and requested for consideration on the submissions made by the association with regard to recent AGM LICE promotional postings and OTP transfers. Association strongly raised objections on the arbitrary imposition of a mere 15-days joining period for executives promoted through LICE in contravention with the prevailing DoPT guidelines. The association demanded that the joining period be extended to 40 days, in line with the DoPT guidelines and all previous promotion orders issued under both SCF and LICE including DoT period. AIGETOA highlighted that genuine cases such as medical, PWD category, spouse, Care Giver, and Children appearing in Class-12 Board examinations have also been completely ignored, which is a clear deviation from DoPT guideline, established norms and compassionate consideration. We also highlighted that many people have been subjected to the consecutive transfers within a span of as low as 2-3 months despite the provision of cooling Period existing in the transfer policy.

It came as a huge surprise to us when CMD BSNL told that he was neither aware of how the 15-days joining period has been incorporated instead of 40 days clause nor he was aware of the methodology adopted in issuance of the transfer and Postings. This was indeed surprising that while all this while HR group has maintained that nothing is in their hands and have been helplessly sitting without any action on the issues raised and now even Head of the organization is showing ignorance on such an important aspect. This raises a very serious question that why all including the head of the organization is reluctant to own the decisions, is it coincidence or deliberate violation of the set rules and practices. On our insistence on why the DoP&T guidelines have not been followed by BSNL while issuing the current promotions, it was suggested by CMD BSNL that since promotions were granted, it should not be an issue whether the joining time is 15 or 40 days. He even went to the extent of saying that you only wanted promotions and now that we have given, your people are reluctant to join. Despite telling that there are many violations in the orders, There was no change in indifferent response to points raised like consideration genuine difficulties faced by executives, the delay in planning of travel during war like situation etc. Altogether the response was highly disappointing towards the executive fraternity.

AIGETOA also raised the serious concerns regarding the recently issued transfer and posting orders linked to LICE promotions, long-stay transfers, hard tenure postings, and OTP requests. It was pointed out that these orders have been issued in total violation of BSNL’s own transfer policy prevailing as on date. Despite long-pending OTP and hard tenure cases, no resolution has been made, and instead, a centralized, opaque, and arbitrary process is being followed. This pick-and-choose approach, bypassing standard rules and ignoring established process, is creating a sense of injustice, discrimination, and demotivation among the field executives.

The plea on considering the pending Inter Circle requests of OTP cases who have completed the tenure period, with grounds of spouse joining , medical and age considerations etc are also in vain. It was pointed out that as per the prevailing policy the requests of two OTP transfer windows are pending to be executed without any pick and choose or favoritism and the executives who are away from their native places are eagerly waiting for the return to their parent circles. No commitment or clarity was given in this regard also and we were directed to meet acting Director (HR) Shri Papa Sudhakar Rao ji. The acting Director (HR) was sympathetic and patiently listened to us but was not in position to comment or commit anything and replied that He shall be discussing with PGM (Pers) and let us know on 14th May wrt the LICE promotion orders only. Its really unfortunate that this unnecessary buck passing like game is becoming endless with no body is in a position to inform about a conclusive decision. Last week it was told that on Tuesday we can expect some decision. On Tuesday again we have been guided for next day as PGM(Pers) was on leave. Our team shall be actively following the developments and shall ensure that justice prevails. However this lack of empathy clearly shows that when it comes to employees specially those in lower and middle level bracket, no body is interested to take any call and the buck is passed to the next one. Lower management points to the higher one and the higher one points to the lower one. Never before in BSNL, we have been witness to such activities. This also belies our own assumptions that the current management was sympathetic to the employees and had humanitarian touch to HR.

It is increasingly evident that all critical HR issues – promotions, postings, and transfers – are being handled arbitrarily by a central authority, sidelining policy, transparency, and fairness. The association has already submitted detailed discrepancies and representations to CMD BSNL, Director (HR), and PGM (Pers), but the inaction continues. By seeing the attitude from the management it is ample clear that they are not ready to consider any genuine concerns of the employees and rather it is unfortunate to say that they are considering the real work force of BSNL as nothing.

Even though the BDM forum where this AIGETOA is one of the constituent was given some vague assurances on various grave agenda matters related with 3rd PRC, Pay scale and Payloss matters , Promotions and Superannuation issues along with revision on perks and other allowances, this systemic neglect of executive issues is damaging morale and eroding trust in the administrative process.

In light of the persistent inaction and growing frustration among the executive community, AIGETOA firmly believes that the time has come to resume the agitation program, which was postponed on 9th May 2025. The association urges all employees and its members in particular to mobilize, make awareness, and prepare to launch a strong protest against this unjust and arbitrary treatment. This Don’t Care attitude is simply Not acceptable as far as employee fraternity is considered. As the employees are pushed to the wall, the only option remains is retaliation and a befitting reply. AIGETOA is also eagerly waiting for action on the part of the group which has been chosen as the representatives for the executive fraternity. It will be interesting to see when they wake up to the call of fraternity. However, Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch and AIGETOA is geared up to take the injustices head on. The time to act is now. Let’s stand together in unity, strength, and purpose, ensuring that employees, the government, and the public remain the true stakeholders in this great organization.

Association shall be taking its call on resumption of the organizational action programs soon in consultation with constituents of BDM and also our umbrella organization BMS.

Join.. Mobilize.. Agitate.. Let’s make our voice impossible to ignore!

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch (BDM) – A joint forum comprising AIGETOA, BTEU, BDPS, AIBSNLOBCEWA, STEWA, FNTOBEA, and BTU has issued a strong protest letter to the CMD BSNL against the recent suspension of sports activities across the organization.

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BSNL Management has justified the suspension on grounds of financial austerity. The rationale behind this decision is contrary especially when BSNL reported a net profit of ₹262 crore in Q3 FY 2024–25 after a 17-years gap.

BDM raised the below concerns on the suspension :

1] Contradiction to National Initiatives: The decision is contrary to the vision of Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi’s “Fit India” and “Khelo India” initiatives that promote fitness and indigenous sports.

2] Impact on BSNL’s Reputation & Morale: BSNL has historically supported national and international level athletes and ranks 6th among 50 PSUs in All India Public Sector Sports Control Board rankings.

3] Alternative Austerity Suggestions: BDM asserts that potential savings can be made by analyzing and reducing excessive administrative expenses across offices, rather than suspending employee welfare programs like sports.

4] Disrespect to Players: The suspension disregards the achievements of BSNL’s sportspersons who have brought laurels to the organization and to the nation.

Bharatiya Doorsanchar Manch demands immediate withdrawal of the letter suspending sports activities. Restoration of all ongoing and future BSNL sports and welfare programs.

The General Secretaries of the recognized associations of BSNL i.e. AIGETOA, SNEA and SEWA writes to CMD BSNL submitting the list of priority HR issues decided after the joint discussion and consensus amongst the three recognized associations with a request for its expeditious settlement in the HR Month of April 2025 for the larger interest of BSNL and its executives.

The three General Secretaries extend gratitude to CMD BSNL and Management for the proactive approach adopted for resolution of HR issues.

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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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GS AIGETOA Writes to Director HR, BSNL to Protect NEPP Time-Bound Upgradation for New JTO LICE Batch.

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A significant number of Junior Engineers (JEs) who joined BSNL in 2017 are due for time-bound upgradation under the Non-Executive Promotion Policy (NEPP) by June/July 2025. These young and energetic employees are about to embark on their executive cadre journey.

A one-time exemption is requested to grant their due increment under NEPP, calculated based on their basic pay in the non-executive cadre, prior to their Pay fixation as JTO.

This consideration will demonstrate empathy and support for these deserving employees.

Dear Members/Executives of BSNL,

AIGETOA stands firm in its commitment to BSNL’s growth while ensuring justice for every executive on Pay, Pension, and Promotions. We stand united in our mission – ready to support, yet prepared to act if commitments are not honoured.

General Secretary Shri Ravi Shil Verma on behalf of CHQ conveys a firm message to Executives and BSNL Management that “AIGETOA: Committed to BSNL’s Growth, Resolute on Executive Rights.

Let’s unite in strengthening BSNL, but remain vigilant and prepared to act if our rightful demands are sidelines, ignored or delayed.

Please find attached the message of GS AIGETOA. Click here for Message