On the occasion of Engineers Day, AIGETOA CHQ extends its warmest greetings to all the engineers and technical staff of BSNL who have been working tirelessly to keep the wheels of our organization running smoothly.

Today, 15th Sept 2024 we celebrate the birthday of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, a legendary engineer and statesman who has inspired generations of engineers with his remarkable contributions to the field of engineering.

As we mark this special day, we recognize the hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit of our engineers who have been instrumental in shaping the growth and development of BSNL. Your commitment to excellence, your passion for innovation, and your relentless pursuit of quality have been the driving force behind our organization’s success.

At AIGETOA, we are proud to represent the interests of our engineer members and work towards creating a conducive work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration. We are committed to supporting our engineers in their professional endeavors and providing them with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

On this Engineers Day, we honor the contributions of all engineers who have made a difference in our organization and in the lives of our customers. We also reaffirm our commitment to working together to build a stronger, more resilient, and more innovative BSNL that is equipped to meet the challenges of the future.

Wishing all engineers a Happy Engineers Day!

May your work be filled with creativity, innovation, and joy!

May your contributions continue to make a positive impact on our organization and on society!

Team AIGETOA had detailed discussion with Management on the issues at all levels since yesterday including CMD BSNL, Director HR and PGM Pers.

With respect to the reversal issue, We presented the complete chronology, complete details of the various court cases, their orders and our point of view. We requested management to take a holistic view by immediately reinstating the Seniority of the affected executives and extending them their long due promotions. All the other things including legal proceedings and discussions can be dealt later on. We explained that there is no complexity in issuing the orders subject to outcome of pending court cases.

Management appears to be convinced but till the positive decision is taken, we need to keep pursuing till the final outcome.

BSNL CO issued letter to all Circle Heads calling for volunteers among SDEs/AGMs with legal background preferably with legal educational qualifications for legal works at Corporate office New Delhi.

The selection will be for a fixed term. Willing and eligible SDEs/AGMs are invited to submit their options by email to agsmpers1sta@gmail.com.

The last date for submission of willingness is 17th September 2024.

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After the issuance of letter on People Analytical Mobile App, the issue was taken up with management today by AIGETOA.

Thereafter, both the associations AIGETOA and SNEA were called for formal discussions with PGM Restg.

It was informed that there is no negative intent behind this app and the same has been developed to capture the employee feedback on the works as well as any special initiative.by the employee or any special accomplishments by the employee.

We categorically told that this is an unilateral decision taken by management without consulting with associations on the merit and demerits associated. One side management is projecting that it has got no negative intents and on the other side, it is being made mandatory for marking the attendance. We said this practice itself is against the basic principles of REA and against the spirit of good employee employer relationship.

We informed PGM Restg that we don’t agree to the proposal and we shall be submitting our formal objections on the proposal in black and white.

Later GS AIGETOA and GS SNEA sat together and decided to give a joint letter to management on the proposed app.

BSNL Corporate Office, issued order for the retention of SDEs who are under long stay transfer to other circles and have represented for retention on grounds of their ward studying in 12th standard and appearing for Board Examination.

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Team AIGETOA earlier took up the matters related to Promotions with Director HR who then guided us to meet PGM Pers for a detailed discussion:

Reversal Issue:

The issue was discussed at length. All the individual representations received from the sufferer executives were submitted in person along with AIGETOA letter. We strongly highlighted that the matter is unduly delayed and it’s high time that BSNL should take a decisive step instead of dragging the matter further in courts. We highlighted when BSNL issued show cause notices, BSNL did it for all and not for individual applicants. Now when the reinstatements are being done, instead of executing the court orders for individual applicants, BSNL should uniformly implement the Court orders and issue promotion orders for all the SDE 2007 reversal affected executives. It was assured to examine the matter in the backdrop of uniformity, national litigation policy and inputs submitted by AIGETOA. The discussion was positive and we sincerely hope that management will extend justice to all the SDE 2007 affected executives. AIGETOA is following up the matter and will not let any further injustice happen.

Issue Related to 147 :

We discussed the matter at length and once again explained the whole matter and requested management to look into the matter in totality instead of reading the judgement in bits and pieces. Management assured to look into the matter and examine the submissions given by AIGETOA.

SDE to AGM LICE Court Cases:

AIGETOA team explained the current situation and gave its suggestions for resolving the issue expeditiously. Management assured for its actions to end the stalemate soon.

JTO to SDE LICE and DPC Court Cases:

Current status was discussed and association requested for pushing the cases aggressively in court so that promotions can be extended in an expeditious manner.

SDE to AGM (T) Promotions:

Fresh Discussion on the issue started. Hopefully we will succeed.

AGM to DGM (CSS) Promotions:

We expressed our resentment on the undue delay and requested to issue the promotion orders. We said the promotions are unnecessarily being dragged and the same should be avoided.

Due to urgency, the meeting was concluded halfway and discussion on the same and promotions related to Finance and others cadres will continue.

On September 4, 2024, AIGETOA had the privilege of organizing a grand felicitation ceremony in honor of the outgoing CGM Chennai, Shri Sudhakara Rao Papa, ITS, recognizing his exemplary leadership, vision, and dedication during his tenure. The event was a fitting tribute to his remarkable contributions to the circle’s growth, modernization, and employee welfare initiatives.

Under his guidance, Chennai Telephones witnessed significant stride forward towards growth and achieved milestones, including the expansion of FTTH networks, enhancement of customer experience, and implementation of innovative solutions and inauguration 4g project. His leadership fostered a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and transparency, inspiring a team of dedicated professionals to strive for excellence.

The Circle President, Finance Secretary, Chairman, Dy. Chairman, ACS, Women’s Welfare Secretary, CHQ Office Bearers, CWC, Organizing Secretary, and other esteemed members gathered to express their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his tireless efforts. The ceremony featured presentations, speeches, and a token of appreciation, highlighting his achievements and commitment to the organization.

During his tenure, Shri Sudhakara Rao Papa spearheaded numerous initiatives, including:

• Upgradation of network infrastructure, resulting in improved service quality and customer satisfaction.
• Ongoing Implementation of 4g saturation project and vast expansion of FTTH networks.
• Introduction of employee-centric programs, including training, development, and wellness initiatives.
• Fostered a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation and calculated risk-taking.

The felicitation ceremony was a testament to his remarkable contributions, and AIGETOA is grateful for his support, collaboration, and mentorship. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors and hope that his legacy continues to inspire and motivate us to strive for excellence.

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GS AIGETOA writes to BSNL Management on Mass Exodus of Young and Dynamic Executives from BSNL, a concerning trend which BSNL must address with priority. GS AIGETOA emphasizes upon the fact that as many as 30 percent of the newly recruited JAOs and as many as 40 percent of the newly recruited JTOs have left the organization which is an alarming trend but never taken into cognizance by BSNL.

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GS AIGETOA highlights that the mass exodus of these skilled professionals indicates a systemic issue within BSNL HR Policies that requires immediate attention. We believe the root causes of this situation are multifaceted, stemming from several longstanding grievances that have been repeatedly highlighted by AIGETOA but have largely remained unaddressed.

GS AIGETOA highlights the major reasons behind this attrition namely:

1. Working Conditions.

2. Stagnant Career Progression and Unjust HR Policies.

3. Non-Resolution of issues of Standard Pay Scales of E2 for JTOs/JAOs, non-settlement of issues related to pay loss and non-implementation of 3rd PRC.

4. Unfulfilled 30% Superannuation Benefits.

5. Lack of Revised TA/DA, non-availability of sufficient medical cover and non-extension of perks and allowances.

In light of these issues, GS AIGETOA urges CMD BSNL to take immediate actions to address these concerns comprehensively. This includes implementing a fair and timely promotion policy, revising pay and allowances, fulfilling all promised benefits, and fostering a conducive working environment that supports the professional growth of BSNL employees.

As per the provision of constitution of AIGETOA and discussion held in the Central Executive Committee (CEC) meeting, AIGETOA CHQ notify the date for constitution of new Central Collegium of AIGETOA and holding of Annual General Meeting (AGM) of AIGETOA on 27th & 28th Sept 2024 at New Delhi or NCR region.

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Agenda of the Meeting:

1. Constitution of the New Central Collegiums for the next three years tenure.

2. Deliberation and discussion on various HR, organizational issues and importance of the BSNL.

3. Discussion on the preparatory exercise of the all India Conference.

4. Discussion on any issue or agenda items as opinioned by the house under permission of Chair.

5. Adoption of the resolutions by the house.

Schedule of AGM and Constitution of New Central Collegiums of AIGETOA:

Date and Time of the meeting: 27th Sept, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 20:00 PM.

Venue of Meeting & Constitution of Central Collegium: Exact venue will be notified later through the CHQ website www.aigetoachq.org.

Returning officer & Asst Returning officer for conducting of election:

Returning Officer: Shri Sailash Kumar

Asst Returning Officer: Shri Gaurav Garg

Schedule of constitution of New Central Collegiums: 28th Sept, 2024 at 10:00 Hours.

Declaration of the New Central Collegiums: 28th Sept, 2024, at 17:00 Hours.

Schedule and Instructions for Constitution of New Central Collegiums of AIGETOA:

1. Circle will send their nominations strictly in the enclosed format for Central Collegiums after following due process as defined in AIGETOA Constitution to the returning officer on mail ID: ro.aigetoa@gmail.com by 18th September, 2024. (CSs are requested to share copy of CEC Minutes in which Circle Collegiums’ members are elected as per their defined strength, without valid signed minutes copy collegiums list will not be considered).

2. Verification of the nomination received will be done by the returning officer in consultation with the concerned Circle Secretary from 19th Sept to 20th Sept, 2024.

3. Provisional list of the nomination received will be displayed on CHQ website on 21st Sept, 2024.

4. The nomination can be withdrawn between 22nd to 23rd Sept, 2024 on written request to the returning officer by submitting written request in paper or through electronic media like email at ro.aigetoa@gmail.com.

5. Final list of nomination received will be displayed on 24th Sept, 2024 on CHQ website.

6. Any objections on the final list shall be decided by the returning officer in consultation with the officer bearer of the society. However, the decision of the returning officer shall be final in the event of any difference of opinion.

7. Final elected list of the Central Collegium of AIGETOA will be displayed on the AIGETOA CHQ website www.aigetoachq.org by 28th Sept, 2024 for public information.

Team AIGETOA met with Shri Adhir Singhal Ji, the outgoing PGM Pers, who will be superannuating on August 31st, 2024. The team expressed their heartfelt gratitude for his dedication, guidance, and tireless efforts during his tenure as PGM Pers.

The team wished Shri Singhal Ji a happy, healthy, and peaceful life post superannuation, hoping that this new chapter brings him relaxation, travel, and quality time with his loved ones.

Thereafter, the team welcomed Shri Dinesh Mahur Ji, the new PGM Pers, and discussed the issues in transition and future plans. AIGETOA is optimistic about the new leadership and vision of Shri Dinesh Mahur Ji, and is confident that his guidance will bring positive changes and growth to the cadre.

As a token of appreciation and respect, the team presented both Shri Adhir Singhal ji and Shri Dinesh Mahur Ji with a flower bouquet and a shawl.

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