The long awaited clarification with respect to the immunity guidelines have been issued. AIGETOA has been pressing this issue for long. After our preview meeting with Director HR yesterday dated 22.08.2024 on agenda items, today SR cell issued the amendments.

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Amendment of Clause 10 (5) & Clause 10 (A) (4) for both Recognized Associations –

The concession of immunity from transfer from the CHQ/Circle/SSA of recognized Association is applicable to the GS, AGS and FS/Treasurer upto the recognition period of the concerned Association or upto the validity of the Association body (subject to the association remaining being recognized) whichever is later, irrespective of the post held or the cadre to which he/she belongs. The facility enjoyed once at any level, viz. CHQ, Circle or SSA will not be available for the second time at the same level either in the same Association or in any other Association, in case the incumbent so joins another Association.

Amendment of Rule 3, 4 & 6 for both Recognized Associations –

1] As per Rule 3(1), Recognized Representative Association is given the status of the “Majority Recognized Association” at Corporate level, all Circles, BA and OA level.

2] As per Rule 3(2), Recognized Association is given the status of the “Support Association” at Corporate level, all Circles, BA and OA level.

3] The facilities of Special Casual Leave shall be extended at all levels i.e., Corporate, Circle, BA and OA level.

As decided in our meeting (AIGETOA & BTEU with MoSc) held on 26th July 2024, Hon’ble Minister of Communications for State (MoSC) Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Ji has directed BSNL/DoT for examining and considering the memorandum submitted by AIGETOA.

As assured to us during the meeting, it is understood that BSNL/DoT has been asked to consider and examine the issue in an holistic manner rather than giving a copy book reply to the issues raised. Hopefully we will succeed in clinching the issue of residual issues of 2nd PRC as well as those of 3rd PRC.

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Let’s work together to achieve. Together We Will.

GS AIGETOA writes to Director HR urgently requesting the implementation of the Hon’ble CAT Chennai Order (OA Nos. 1401 & 1343/2017 & 1178/2018). The order pertains to the re-fixation of pay for TTAs who were promoted to JTOs as Departmental Outsiders, ensuring their pay is fixed from the date of appointment/promotion without further delay and without any appeal.

AIGETOA has persistently raised concerns over the pay fixation issue, emphasizing the need for a uniform application of the option clause exercised by internal NE officials during the Non-Executive pay revision process. This should be applied under FR 22-B and FR 22 1(a)(1). However, BSNL CO has yet to issue comprehensive guidelines for pay fixation and revision for TTAs who were promoted to JTOs as Departmental Outsiders directly under pay protection. This lack of guidance has led to inconsistent pay fixation across various units/Circles, creating anomalies and inequities.

AIGETOA urge the BSNL Management to take immediate action to implement the Hon’ble CAT order by re-fixing the pay from the date of promotion/appointment to the JTO grade in accordance with FR 22(I)(a)(1) & FR 22-B(1). This will ensure justice is served and rectify discrepancies in the previous pay fixation orders.

It is important to note that the National Litigation Policy clearly states that in service matters, appeals should not be filed unnecessarily, as tribunalization aims to reduce the burden on courts. Orders from Tribunals should only be challenged with valid reasons, not as a routine matter.

In light of this, AIGETOA strongly urges to implement the order without pursuing any appeal or further delays.

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Meeting of Team AIGETOA and BTEU comprising (General Secretary Shri Ravi Shil Verma, President Shri Veerabhadhra Rao, National Conveyor Shri Aftab Ahamd Khan, Dy. General Secretary Shri Pavan Akhand, Asstt General Secretaries Shri Vivek Kumar Singh, Shri Sunil Gautam & Shri Yogendra Kumar) with Hon’ble MoC Shri Jyotiraditya M Scindia Ji held today. Hon’ble MP from Telangana Shri Eatala Rajender Ji and BMS National Secretary & In-charge Telecom Sector Shri Ramnath Ganeshe Ji were also present.

Discussions held on long pending HR issues including issue of standard pay scales of E2-E3, 3rd PRC, Pending Promotions across all cadres, 30 Percent SAB, Revision of TA/DA/Allowances etc. As directed, issue wise details were submitted to Hon’ble MoC. Hon’ble MoC assured for his intervention in settling out the long pending HR issues. GS AIGETOA conveyed that all employees are standing firmly for the growth and development of BSNL including the expeditious roll out of 4G. At the same time, we highlighted that employees of BSNL despite their commitment and dedication to the cause of the nation have been deprived of their basic issues of Pay, Pension and Promotions and requested for his blessings on setting the pending issues. Team AIGETOA/BTEU also presented Hon’ble MoC with Shawl, Bouquet and Memento.

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AIGETOA CHQ extends warm congratulations to all the candidates who have been promoted to PWD AGM positions. Your promotion is a reflection of tireless efforts and commitment to excellence. We wish you continued success in your new roles and look forward to your future contributions.

Those who are not covered in order should not loose heart. Our endeavour is to get all covered in due course of time.

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Team AIGETOA comprising of GS Shri Ravi Shil Verma, All India President Shri G Veerabhadra Rao, National Conveyor Shri Aftab Ahmed and Deputy General Secretary Shri Pavan Akhand had a meeting with Shri Kalyan Sagar Nippani Ji, Director HR to discuss various pending issues concerning BSNL Executives.

The key issues that were addressed during the meeting are as follows:

Promotions for PWD:

The team raised the concern regarding the pending promotions for PWD employees and sought an update on the matter. Director (HR) assured that the promotions for PWD would be issued soon, and the process is final stage. We requested enough delay has already been made and hence BSNL must immediately issue the orders as DPC has been completed way back. It was assured that within next few days, orders shall be issued.

On the calculation and coverage of vacancies, it was informed that as far as possible within the boundaries of extant rules and regulations, maximum numbers have been covered. Association however shall keep on striving for covering all the eligible PWDs.

SDE Reversal:

Team once again urged Director HR that now management must consider extending expeditious justice to the SDEs affected by reversal issue. The AIGETOA team has firmly pleaded that there is no scope for any further delay on this issue. Director (HR) informed that the matter is under discussion and he shall be having another round of discussions with Hon’ble CMD to look for resolving the issue within BSNL instead of lingering in court. AIGETOA has already apprised CMD BSNL on the issue. Let’s hope for a positive response by BSNL Management on the issue.

Promotions in various cadres:

Discussion with respect to SDE to AGM promotions, AGM to DGM Promotions, AO to CAO Promotions and JAO to AO Promotions was discussed in length and we shared once again the complete road map to achieve the objective. We highlighted that it’s indeed an irony of the system that those who have cleared the LICE exam twice are waiting for their Promotions while others have already been promoted. The lists have been reversed in BSNL after publishing to deprive meritorious candidates their chances for promotions due to one sided and dominating attitude of management earlier. We requested that BSNL must extend justice now by promoting all the eligible SDEs as per the roadmap suggested by AIGETOA. We also requested for ensuring the promotion orders in AGM to DGM grade as the court has not barred in giving Ad-hoc Promotions. We also requested for utilising the consequential vacancies together so that maximum promotions across various grades viz AGM to DGM, SDE to AGM and JTO to SDE can be given.

LICE Court Case (SDE/AGM):

The team discussed the ongoing court case related to the LICE for SDE/AGM promotions. Director (HR) assured that BSNL is actively pursuing it for a favorable outcome.

No Lateral Recruitment:

Association registered it’s complete opposition to lateral Recruitment in any cadre above JTO/JAO level and informed that it will result in huge unrest within BSNL.

We also informed that the existing recruitment process must also revisited in view of the comments from Hon’ble PCAT in May 2024 hearing.

Promotional Issues due to Court Cases:

The Association sought possibilities to address other promotional issues, especially AO to CAO promotions, which are pending due to court cases. We also requested to explore the options for JAO to AO Promotions as done in Telecom Cadre. Director (HR) agreed to explore options and find a suitable solution.

Resolution of 147 Reversal Issue:

We highlighted that BSNL was earlier in fascination for reverting the promotions as well as seniority list and surprisingly everytime the merit was a casuality in BSNL. We emphasized that at least now this practice must stop. We apprised Director HR about the details of the issue and the recent Judgement from Hon’ble Supreme Court which has dismissed the SLP of BSNL. We requested Director HR to extend justice to these candidates. Director HR agreed to explore the resolution and shall revert after discussion with his team.

ERP Relieving for OTP and Hard Tenure:

The Association discussed the issue of ERP relieving for OTP and hard tenure cases. Director HR assured that it will be done.

Pending OTP Cases:

The team raised concerns about the pending OTP cases and requested their expeditious resolution. Director HR assured that these cases will be addressed promptly.

Standard Pay Scales of E2 and 22820:

It was informed by Director HR that whatever HR issues which are possible to be resolved within the ambit of BSNL are being explored and necessary instructions has been given to sections to explore the solutions.

3rd PRC:

We apprised Director HR about Team AIGETOA discussions with Hon’ble MoSC, Hon’ble Minister of state for Home Affairs, Other MPs and told that a ray of hope has emerged as all the persons to whom we have reached have taken up the matter with MoSC and management should also push for 3rd PRC as it is the appropriate time in view of the positive image which BSNL is carrying across nation. We requested for intervention of BSNL Management in taking up the issue of 3rd PRC with Hon’ble MOC and Hon’ble Secretary DoT.

Hon’ble MP from Malkagiri, Telangana Shri Etala Rajender Ji forwards the representation of AIGETOA to Hon’ble MoC and also requests him to grant the appointment for a detailed discussion over the HR issues of BSNL pertaining to 3rd PRC, Standard Pay Scales of E2, Promotions and 30 percent SAB.

Team AIGETOA had met Hon’ble MP last week and submitted its representation. Today, Hon’ble MP again met our Team at his residence and had an elaborate discussion on the issues to understand the same so that he can personally take up those issues with Hon’ble MoC.

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Today on 2nd Aug 2024, Team AIGETOA had the privilege of meeting with Hon’ble Member of Parliament Lok Sabha, Shri Etela Rajender Ji, representing the Malkajgiri constituency, Telangana, BJP. The meeting focused on critical issues related to BSNL and long pending HR issues.

We apprised the Hon’ble Member of Parliament about current developments within BSNL and emphasized the need for his intervention to resolve long-pending HR issues. Despite minimal financial implications, promotional issues have been ignored, with employees receiving only one promotion over a service span of 22-23 years. Since 2007, there has been no pay revision (3rd PRC) for BSNL employees, which was due in 2017. We also discussed the need for the implementation of standard pay scales (E2 for JTO/JAO and E3 for SDE/AO) and the pay loss for executives recruited on E1A. We strongly urged Shri Etela Rajender Ji to take up these HR issues with the honorable Minister Of Communication at the earliest possible.

During the meeting, we presented the Hon’ble MP with a Bouquet, a BMS Diary, and a Memorandum for forwarding to the Hon’ble Minister of Communication.

Shri Etela Rajender Ji graciously agreed to take up the matter with the Ministry of Communication (MoC) and requested a detailed meeting for AIGETOA and BTEU (BMS-affiliated association and union of BSNL). He also assured us that he would strive to arrange a tri-party meeting with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), BSNL, and AIGETOA & BTEU.

The Hon’ble Member of Parliament expressed his continued support for AIGETOA and BTEU and promised to advocate for our issues with the Hon’ble Minister of Communication. He praised the efforts of BMS in safeguarding employees’ interests across various sectors.

On behalf of AIGETOA – BMS, we extend our heartful thanks for honorable MP sir for sparing his valuable time and for patient listening and also positive assurances in the above issues.

The application is in the final stage of “Go-Live” with some minor issues remaining to be fixed which will take another few days. In all probabilities, the updated Rule 8 application module will be live in ERP Portal by next week.

The team AIGETOA is following the issue and will ensure that the updated Rule-8 application goes live without any further delay.

As per discussions held with Director HR and CMD BSNL, AIGETOA once again submits it’s input with regard to SDE 2007 reversal issue with a sincere hope that now management must consider extending expeditious justice to the SDEs affected by reversal issue. The AIGETOA team has firmly pleaded before management that there is no scope for any further delay on this issue. We hope and believe that management will take cognizance of our submissions.

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