The current HR team under the able guidance of our Hon’ble CMD BSNL Shri A Robert J Ravi Ji and Director HR Shri Kalyan Sagar Nippani Ji who are duly supported by the PGM Pers and SR Smt Anita Johri Ji have fulfilled another promise made by them in the agenda meeting dated 3rd and 4th October 2024.

Heartiest congratulations to all on achieving OA-level immunity for OBs across all levels.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble CMD BSNL, Hon’ble Director HR, Hon’ble PGM SR, Hon’ble DGM SR, and their teams for recognizing the importance of this matter and extending their valuable support. We sincerely believe and hope that all the promises made by the current management shall be fulfilled. We also promise that executives will leave no stone unturned to realise the vision of a profitable, vibrant and strong BSNL.

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Another issue pursued by AIGETOA is getting materialized into reality.

It is reliably learnt that proposal for enhancement of TA/DA is in the process in pursuance to the consistent demand of AIGETOA in the various forums within BSNL and outside BSNL during last many years . We are thankful to our Honorable CMD BSNL and Director HR who have been considerate to our demands and one by one, the commitments made by them during our agenda meeting on 3-4 October 2024 is being fulfilled. All are requested to visit the details of the agenda meeting on website www.aigetoachq.org. We are committed to ensure all those assurances into reality. We are in constant pursuance of the issues to realize the assurances made for Pay, Promotion and Pension.

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AIGETOA is continuously monitoring the progress and pursuing diligently on all issues.

Heartiest Congratulations to the executives getting promoted from SDE to DE/AGM (Telecom) Promotions after resolution of long pending LDCE 2007 SDE Reversal issue. Our Heartfelt thanks to management for resolving one of the most complex issues and issuing the promotional orders.

It is with boundless joy and immense pride that we share the extraordinary news of the DE/AGM Promotion Orders issued by BSNL Corporate Office, specifically addressing the officers affected by the LDCE 2007 SDE Reversion case. This monumental achievement, a resolution that has been years in the making, holds unparalleled significance for AIGETOA and the entire BSNL family.

A brief History of the issue and the steps taken by AIGETOA for resolution:

This issue has held paramount significance for AIGETOA, remaining our steadfast priority since it first arose in 2009.

In 2010, AIGETOA initiated numerous communications, voicing this matter to the highest echelons. During intense and heated discussions with the CMD, Dir (HR), and GM (Pers) at that time, it became evident that a resolution was imperative. AIGETOA’s persistence led BSNL Management to suspend the Show Cause Notices (SCNs) with a committed assurance of an expeditious solution and issued orders on the same day to keep the issue under abeyance.

However, despite these assurances, individual pressures within BSNL Corporate Office led to the issuance of notices by TN Circle. The affected officers sought recourse through CAT Chennai, resulting in an initially favourable judgment. Subsequently, the management contested the decision at the Hon’ble Madras High Court sparking a protracted legal battle. Throughout this journey, AIGETOA CHQ stood as an unyielding pillar of support, championing the cause of these officers with unwavering resolve.

AIGETOA has consistently ensured the morale of these affected officers remains high, providing steadfast support across multiple legal platforms. We engaged rigorously with every successive Dir (HR) and CMD, elevating this issue as a priority in every agitation notice submitted to BSNL Management. Our resolute efforts culminated in securing a commitment from Dir (HR) to pursue a comprehensive resolution. It was AIGETOA only which ensured that the candidates are not reverted to JTO cadre, both through persuasion and legal means. Through AIGETOA’s relentless advocacy, a dedicated committee was formed, delivering a favourable report. Although legal complexities delayed further action, AIGETOA successfully obtained an endorsement from Dir (HR) in the official minutes with MA ensuring that positive court judgments would prompt promotional actions for these employees. The role of AIGETOA in reopening the case at Hon’ble Madras High Curt and thereafter at Hon’ble Madras CAT and getting it tilted in favour of applicants is also praiseworthy.

Due to intense pressure from AIGETOA CHQ, BSNL Management reserved specific DE/AGM vacancies (2005 Vacancies) for these officers during the November 2022 promotions. Today, we celebrate the fruition of these efforts. Our General Secretary personally oversaw the entire DPC process, meticulously coordinating every detail – from securing Vigilance Clearances and SCN withdrawals to seniority list revisions and Ensuring the Circle allotments on As is Where is Basis – on an almost hourly basis, with the utmost care and precision.

The Role of Management and the Applicants themselves:

However, the joy of this success will remain incomplete, if we fail to mention the contribution and role of management including our current CMD BSNL Shri A Robert J Ravi Ji, Director HR Shri Kalyan Sagar Nippani Ji, Current PGM (Pers) Smt Anita Johri Ji and ex PGM Pers Shri Dinesh Mahur Ji, few senior officers from DoT/BSNL and the firm resolute of the affected executives themselves. AIGETOA stood firmly with all the affected executives but the perseverance and firmness of the affected executives in taking the issue to legal conclusion is unmatched and a perfect example for others to follow. AIGETOA salutes their firmness and perseverance. We expect similar type of participative approach and firmness in addressing the resolution of other issues.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the BSNL leadership, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in realizing this milestone. We heartfully thank our Hon’ble CMD BSNL and Hon’ble Dir (HR), PGM Pers, whose compassion, understanding, and dedication have transformed what once seemed an insurmountable task into a resounding success. Their willingness to hear our concerns, consider our recommendations, and ultimately endorsing a fair and just solution has set a new benchmark for employee-employer collaboration within BSNL. This remarkable achievement demonstrates the power of collective effort and unwavering commitment.

The role of BSNL management in resolving this complex issue is truly commendable and deserves a standing ovation. This couldn’t have been a reality without the kind intervention of our honourable CMD, Shri. A Robert J Ravi. His vision and understanding of the merit and genuine issue have paved the way for resolution of the issue. The commitment by CMD BSNL and his style of understanding issues with a human touch is a remarkable quality of leadership. His vision of doing best to HR vertical has started to give morale boost to the employees of BSNL. Resolution of this issue is one of the acts by BSNL management in recent times regarding HR issues. The vision of current CMD BSNL, Dir HR, and other Board of Directors has started giving boost to the much-neglected area, i.e. its HR Vertical.

We sincerely and heartfully thank our Director HR, BSNL Board, Shri. Dr. Kalyan Sagar Nippani Ji. His methodology of understanding issues and commitment shown in resolving the issue is truly touching. He has been the guiding force behind all recent decisions taken in favour of employees. We truly believe and accept that all his commitments will be fulfilled, given his compassionate and caring approach towards resolving the issues of employees. We sincerely thank all the Board of Directors, PGM Pers and his team, PGM SR, BSNL legal vertical for their best efforts in resolving the issue.

A special thanks goes to the then Hon’ble PGM (Pers) Shri DINESH MAHUR ji and present PGM Pers Smt. ANITA JOHRI Ji and other supporting officers, whose tireless efforts have been instrumental in the success of this initiative. Their decision making, active involvement in clearing hurdles, from coordinating vigilance clearances to revising seniority lists and finalizing circle allotments, was pivotal in bringing this outcome to fruition.

We are also deeply grateful to our beloved BSNL management for their decision to execute these promotions on an “As is where is” basis as per the request made by AIGETOA, a compassionate and practical approach that serves the best interests of the promoted officers.

Today’s celebration is a testament not only to the commitment of AIGETOA but also to the exceptional dedication and vision of BSNL’s leadership. The unflagging support from our Hon’ble CMD BSNL, Dir (HR), PGM (Pers), and their teams has reaffirmed our belief that when management and employees unite for a common cause, remarkable things are achievable.

AIGETOA congratulates all the officers for getting promotion to the cadre of AGM(T). Almost a decade-old issue of SDE(T) reversal is now settled with the continuous and persistent efforts of AIGETOA.

Once again, heartiest congratulations to our newly promoted executives. This achievement is a reflection of the dedication and resolve you have shown throughout the journey.

AIGETOA stands by you and all executives, as we always have, and will continue to champion causes that uplift and empower our officers.

We assure management that AIGETOA is committed to contributing significantly to the growth and success of BSNL. To achieve this, we pledge to carry out our best efforts in increasing the revenues. This ambitious target will be achieved through various strategic initiatives, including:

• Enhancing FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) connections, leveraging cutting-edge technology to provide high-speed internet services to our customers.
• Aggressively expanding cell connections, focusing on quality and reliability to strengthen our mobile network.
• Delivering exceptional service to our esteemed Enterprise Business (EB) customers, ensuring seamless communication and tailored solutions.
• Identifying and tapping new business opportunities, fostering innovative partnerships, and exploring untapped markets.
• Implementing effective sales and marketing strategies, leveraging our extensive network and customer base.
• Ensuring proactive customer engagement, prompt issue resolution, and consistent feedback incorporation.

Through these focused efforts, we aim to not only achieve the revenue growth target but also reinforce BSNL’s position as a leading telecom service provider. AIGETOA reaffirms its dedication to collaborating closely with BSNL management, working tirelessly to overcome challenges, and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.

Together, we are committed to building a stronger, more resilient, and customer-centric BSNL, poised for sustainable growth and success in the dynamic telecom landscape.

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Another issue pursued by AIGETOA is getting materialized into reality.

It is reliably learnt that proposal for enhancement of TA/DA is in the process in pursuance to the consistent demand of AIGETOA in the various forums within BSNL and outside BSNL during last many years . We are thankful to our Honorable CMD BSNL and Director HR who have been considerate to our demands and one by one, the commitments made by them during our agenda meeting on 3-4 October 2024 is being fulfilled. All are requested to visit the details of the agenda meeting on website www.aigetoachq.org. We are committed to ensure all those assurances into reality. We are in constant pursuance of the issues to realise the assurances made for Pay, Promotion and Pension.

AIGETOA is continuously monitoring the progress and pursuing diligently on all issues.

Dear All,

The case for LICE is posted for 29.11.2024.

It is understood that the MT applicants wanted to get the dates postponed for a longer duration. It is also understood that only Junior advocate on behalf of MT applicants appeared today. It is learnt that the senior counsel for the applicant didn’t appear. Junior Advocate sought adjournment.

From BSNL side, Senior Advocate Khatri Ji and Advocate Mathur Ji appeared. AGM legal from BSNL CO was also present in Court. Team AIGETOA was also present in Court. After the strong pleadings by the Senior counsel from BSNL, a short date has been given and the case has been posted for 29.11.2024. The case will be posted on top of the board.

Further details follow. AIGETOA CHQ is constantly monitoring the developments and interacting with management and all authorities for speedy disposal of the case.

As you are aware that AIGETOA has been raising the demand for provisioning of Laptop Reimbursement for the executives of BSNL. AIGETOA was the only association which placed the demand for provisioning of laptop for executives. As a first step, policy was launched in BSNL CO with an assurance that after seeing the response at BSNL CO, the same will be replicated for field units and will be launched All Over India also. Accordingly the association was following with management for speedy rollout of the policy at field units also. But post MV, the policy for field units was placed in back bench. After our agitation notice in February 2024, as assured by Honorable Director HR, instructions were issued by BSNL CO for updating the Desktop Assets so that the laptops can be allocated to the field officers. However, even after long time, orders couldn’t be issued by management. Recently, Team AIGETOA had a series of meetings with management including that of Director HR and CMD BSNL. It was assured by management that orders in this regard shall be issued soon. Last week also team AIGETOA followed with the officers dealing the issue and as a result, it is understood that the proposal has been processed and placed before the management committee of the board for consideration. In all likelihood, team AIGETOA shall be extending another good news with regard to extension of laptop policy for field executives.

Our update will remain incomplete, if we fail to mention our gratitude to our Honble CMD, Director HR and other board members who have been religiously and steadily fulfilling the commitments made to us in various interactions and meetings. We sincerely hope and believe that all the promises made to us shall be kept in similar fashion.

Team AIGETOA is committed to get all the issues resolved as per the commitment made in its Sankalp Patra for MV 2023. It doesn’t matter whether we are the MA or SA, we always remain committed for the executives who have extended their faith in AIGETOA.

Further details in this regard will be shared.

Meeting on the MTNL operations take over completed. We have categorically expressed that till the issue of Standard Pay scales, Issue of 3rd PRC along with promotion to all those who have completed their residency in their grades and issue of 30 percent superannuation benefit, is resolved, AIGETOA will not support any move of deployment of executives from outside BSNL. Management side expressed that such deployment will not have any linkage with BSNL Executives. We said question is not of linkage, but such decisions cannot be supported or discussed in isolation. There are issues related to financial implications of taking over operations, legal consideration of deployment of staff from one PSU to other PSU, what will happen to other employees of MTNL, what is the long term vision and whether there is any plans for merger or not, pros and cons of taking over MTNL operations vis-a-vis creating a fresh network at Delhi and Mumbai etc. we also emphasized that since BSNL has been denying all issues in the name of financial crunch, first BSNL should resolve those issues then think of moving in the direction of MTNL staff deployment. We also told that for taking over the operations, no financial burden should be there on BSNL and all such expenditure must be borne by government.

We further told that under the above backdrop, management must share the exhaustive proposal along with the complete roadmap, then only any discussion can take place. Till that time BSNL should not move ahead with this Proposal.

Another meeting shall be held shortly on the issue.

A detailed update shall be shared soon.

It is understood that BSNL has achieved the installation of 50000 Indigenous 4G Sites today.

GS AIGETOA congratulated CMD BSNL and management on achieving this important milestone.

WE SINCERELY HOPE THAT FULL FLEDGED ROLL OUT OF 4G/5G SERVICES OF BSNL BECOMES A REALITY SOON.

AIGETOA has consistently been highlighting the issues being faced in roll-out and Maan Network before management. Recently GS AIGETOA highlighted the major issues faced by BSNL in its 4G roll-out and the various problems associated with MAAN. As a consequence, many important instructions/strictures have been given to the vendors for corrective action.

In another major development, it is understood that the vendor of the MAAN has assured BSNL that corrective actions with respect to the issues being faced in MAAN is being taken expeditiously and it is expected that issues being faced shall be resolved in next few days. We request all the executives to keep us updated about the issues faced so that the same can be highlighted well in time before management for corrective action.

We are happy to note that management is responsive to the issues being highlighted by association and the corrective actions and necessary directions are being passed on to the concerned to resolve the issues.

We understand that with cooperation and togetherness, BSNL will achieve the target of roll-out 1 lakh 4G sites very soon.

General Secretaries of SNEA, AIGETOA and AIBSNLEA jointly signed the memorandum to CMD BSNL to implement the concept of “One PSU One Association“ in BSNL in line with other CPSUs.

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GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL Shri A Robert J Ravi Ji with request for settling the long pending bottlenecks in promotions – Our request to consider the promotions of all eligible executives who have completed their residency period to settle the unrest and demotivation amongst all the executives and Request for your kind intervention to provide the Natural Justice to meritorious LDCE-2012 qualified SDEs, especially List 12 & 13 SDEs.

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