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BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS
Name of Account holder: All India BSNL Officer's Association
Name of Bank : Indian Overseas Bank(IOB)
Address : Parliament street, New Delhi
Account Number: 076201000023791
MICR : 110020013
IFSC Code:IOBA0000762
Vendor code: 0100085652
Appeal for Joining AIBSNLOA :
AIBSNLOA is highlighting and taking up the legitimate issues like pay revision, pay parity, enhancement of allowances and promotion in different cadres. We are against the prevailing practice of abrupt, irrational and unnecessary transfer of executives. We are equally concerned about the interest of company and do not hesitate in raising our concern on it. We are different from others. We request all the executives to joint AIBSNLOA to support our mission. We assure that no stone will be left unturned in resolution of issues. Window in ESS is open till 15Th July 2023 for changing/opting the membership. We heartily request all the executives to join AIBSNLOA and participate in our mission of welfare of executives and BSNL.18.08.2023:
CHQ writes to PGM(SR),BSNL,New Delhi for meeting with Director(HR) regarding:
AIBSNLOA has written to PGM(SR),BSNL,for meeting with Director(HR) regarding pay protection case of TTAs/JTOs who have officiated,Transfer case of office bearer and member of AIBSNLOA etc. View the letter26.07.2023:
BSNL Issues Letter Clarification regarding preparation of electoral rolls of MP circle for conduct of 3rd MV:
BSNL issues letter Clarification regarding preparation of electoral rolls of MP circle for conduct of 3rd Membership Verification process for electing majority representative association of Executive in BSNL. View the letter25.07.2023:
BSNL Issues Letter regarding the facility of 'Imunity from Transfer':
Bsnl issue partial modification in facility of imunity from transfer to recognised and support association. View the letter21.07.2023:
BSNL Issues Inter Circle transfer Order of SDEs(T)-Relieving Through ERP therefor:
View the letter05.06.2023:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on issuance of clarification on pay fixation of TTAs who had officiated as JTO and subsequently promoted as JTO:
AIBSNLOA has written to CMD BSNL requesting direction to concerned section for re-examination of the case in totality and issue clarification. View the letter29.05.2023:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on considering requests for transfer/exemption from transfer/retention on educational grounds and spouse cases:
AIBSNLOA has written to CMD BSNL on considering requests for transfer/exemption from transfer/retention on educational grounds and spouse cases, with particular mention about exemption from transfer of employees whose children are studying in 10th/12th standard as is in practice in BSNL CO. View the letter16.05.2023:
Notification for LDCE for promotion to the cadre of SDE (Telecom) under 33% competitive quota:
BSNL has notified holding of online LDCE for promotion to the cadre of SDE (Telecom) under 33% competitive quota for the vacancy year 2022. Start date, last date for online registration and date of online examination will be communicated separately. View the BSNL letter03.05.2023:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on contemplation of comprehensive guidelines for implementation of transfer & posting in fair, transparent and equitable manner:
AIBSNLOA has written to CMD BSNL on contemplation of comprehensive guidelines for implementation of transfer & posting in fair, transparent and equitable manner, highlighting points on which immediate action is required. View the letter21.04.2023:
Declaration of result of Management Trainee (Internal) 2019 of Telecom Operations in BSNL:
BSNL has declared the results of Online Assessment, Process, GD & Interview held from 20th March 2023 to 24th March 2023 for Recruitment of Management Trainee (Internal) 2019 of Telecom Operations in BSNL. View the BSNL letter10.02.2023:
Look after arrangement at AGM (T) level:
BSNL has conveyed the approval of competent authority for allowing look after in AGM (T) grade against available vacant posts of AGM (T) restricted to 450 posts in total as indicated in Annexure. View the BSNL letter10.02.2023:
Implementation of APAR linked online IPMS system for all execuives posted in BSNL, including DOT officers:
BSNL has issued guidelines for Implementation of APAR linked online IPMS system for all execuives posted in BSNL, including DOT officers. View the BSNL letter02.02.2023:
THIRD MEMBERSHIP VERIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE ASSOCIATION - BSNL CONSTITUTES CORE GROUP:
BSNL has constituted a Core Group to deal with matters relating to holding of 3rd membership verification process for grant of recognition to maority association of executive employees in BSNL, which will represent BSNL Management in all the meetings with participating associations and any other agency/authority for conduct of the process. View the BSNL letter15.01.2023:
BSNL issues MSRR-2023 for various streams:
BSNL has issued Management Services Recruitment Rules 2023 for various streams.View MSRR 2023 - Telecom Operations
View MSRR 2023 - Finance
View MSRR 2023 - Civil
View MSRR 2023 - Electrical
View MSRR 2023 - Architecture
View MSRR 2023 - CSS
View MSRR 2023 - Telecom Factory
15.01.2023:
BSNL endorses DPE orders for revision of IDA w.e.f. 01.01.2023:
BSNL CO has endorsed DPE orders for revision of IDA w.e.f. 01.01.2023 View the BSNL letter30.12.2022:
Promotion to DGM (F) ON regular basis:
BSNL CO has issued orders of promotion and postings in the grade of DGM (F) on regular basis. View the BSNL letter22.12.2022:
Promotion from DE(T)/AGM (T) regular/DGM(T) adhoc to DGM(T) REGULAR - SCREENING commitee report:
BSNL CO has circulated Seniority list in the grade of AGM (T) Regular/DGM(Adhoc) promoted before 01.04.2018 and in service on 01.02.2020 who are under consideration for promotion in the grade of DGM (T) regular and has requested the Circle to furnish the screening committee report including assessment grading of APAR for the period from 2012-13 to 2017-18. View the BSNL letter21.12.2022:
Clarification on relaxation to executives who could not fulfill the mandatory condition of passing EPP exam within two years under EPP due to postponement of exams in March 2021 and June 2021 quarter:
BSNL CO has clarified that such of Executives should be given suitable relaxation to quality EPP exam equivalent to affected months upto maximum 6 months, without impacting their financial upgradation/increment benefits, by their respective Cadre Controlling authorities. View the BSNL letter24.11.2022:
Guidelines for attendance statement preparation through online attendance portal:
BSNL CO has issued Guidelines for attendance statement preparation through online attendance portal. View the BSNL letter16.11.2022:
BSNL circulates the list of CHQ office bearers of AIBSNLOA:
BSNL CO has circulated to the Circles, the list of office bearers of AIBSNLOA CHQ elected in the AIC held in Jaipur on 13th and 14th August 2022. View the BSNL letter14.10.2022:
AIBSNLOA meets officers in BSNL Corporate Office:
GS along with other office bearers visited BSNL corporate office on 12-10-2022. He met PGM (SR) Madam Anita Johari and handed over the letter of election of CHQ office bearers. She was surprised to see that letter was not circulated even after one month. She marked the letter to concern and assured that it will be circulated.2. A meeting was held with GM Pers Sh S. N. Gupta jee. Following points were discussed.
i. Progress on SDE (T) to AGM (Promotion) in view of Hon’ble Kolkata CAT decision on seniority list - 9 :– He informed that a review petition has been filed and promotion can happen only after the outcome of review petition.
ii. JTO Officiating Pay protection (Case of West Bengal): - It was pointed out that concern unit is not adhering the clarification issued from BSNL Corporate Office.
iii. Officiating Pay protection of JTOs who had officiated in SDE cadre prior to promulgation of EPP ie 18-01-2007 : - It was apprised to him that clarifications issued by Pers section of corporate office on 20-03-2018 to CGM UP West are contradicting the clarification under letter dated 28-02-2017 and FR 22 (I) (a) (1), FR -24 and FR-26. It was also apprised that clarification dated 28-02-2017 was issued after making compliance of Hon’ble Madras CAT decision in OA No. 440/2014, filed by Shri P.K. Sethuraman and others Vs & BSNL. Due to wrong pay fixation on financial up gradation/regular promotion many executive in UP West and in other circles had suffered and suffering huge financial loss. He patiently listened and noted it.
iv. Arbitrary Action in issuing the look after promotion in executive cadres at BA/circle level :- It was explained to him how CGMs and GMs are violation the seniority and roaster norms in issuing the look after promotion. This issue was also discussed with Jt GM (Pers). He assured that matter will be examined and suitable action will be taken on the above issues at earliest.
14.10.2022:
Chennai CAT issues orders protecting the increments earned during officiating period on pay fixation:
Chennai CAT has pronounced orders giving protection to the pay already fixed taking into account the increments earned during officiating period and that there shall be no recovery and to repay the amount payable to them. View the Chennai CAT order14.10.2022:
Ceiling of subscription to GPF in a financial year fixed at Rs.5 lakhs:
DoP&PW has fixed the Ceiling of subscription to GPF in a financial year fixed at Rs.5 lakhs vide its OM dated 11.10.2022. View the DoP&PW OM06.10.2022:
DPE ISSUES ORDERS ON REVISED IDA RATES DUE FROM 01.10.2022:
DPE has issued orders revising IDA rate to 195.8% w.e.f 01.10.2022 in respect of CPSEs where last pay revision was implemented w.e.f. 01.01.2007. View the DPE OM21.09.2022:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on non-adherence of policy guidelines on issuing the look after promotion in executive cadre:
CHQ has writtent to CMD BSNL, bringing to his notice the violations observed in issuance of look after arrangement in some circles and requesting him to issue necessary instructions to CGMs for adherence of guidelines in true spirit so that parity can be restored. View the letter21.09.2022:
COMMUNICATION OF new office bearers list of chq:
CHQ has communicated the list of new office bearers of AIBSNLOA CHQ elected unanimously in the Jaipur AIC, requesting extension of facilities. View the letter22.08.2022:
CLARIFICATION ON COMBINED RESIDENCY PERIOD IN JTO RR 2014:
BSNL CO has issued a clarification that, for the purpose of deciding seniority among two officials who secure same marks in JTO Phase I training, the combined residency period in JE cadre may be counted in NE-9 scale or above. View the BSNL order
17.08.2022:
4TH ALL INDIA CONFERENCE OF AIBSNLOA HELD AT JAIPUR ON 13TH AND 14TH AUGUST 2022.:
The fourth All India Conference of All India Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Officers’ Association was held at Shree Agrasen Vikas Trust (Rajasthan), 8-9, Sharma Colony, Nandpuri Road, Hawa Sadak, Civil Lines, Jaipur on 13th and 14th August 2022.The 4th All India Conference of AIBSNLOA commenced with the hoisting of AIBSNLOA flag by Com.P. Ramachandran, CHQ President. After the morning delegates session on 13th August 2022, which saw the CHQ office bearers on the dais, welcome address was delivered by Com. R. L. Aagarwal, Circle Secretary, Rajasthan Telecom Circle & Secretary, Reception Committee. Delegates introduced themselves and the CHQ President, addressed the gathering, and the Circle Secretaries submitted their reports. The General Secretary summarized the circle secretries reports.
Com.V. P. Arya founder GS of AIBSNLOA, Com.K.Rajasekaran, and Com. O. P. Jat, Advisors to CHQ addressed the gathering. Com. Rakesh Sethi read out the G.S. Report. Later discussions on the G.S. report continued till late at night. After adopting the G.S. report, many delegates participated in the discussions on important issues and expressed their views. Election to the new CHQ body was unanimous with Com. Jagarnath Janyol DGM NTR, Com. Janardan Yadav, AGM, UP(W) TC and Com. Pranab Kumar Mondal, SDE(T) Kolkata T.D. elected President, General Secretary, and Finance Secretary, respectively.
The Rajasthan Telecom Circle hosted the 4th AIC has been successful in all aspects, the pleasantly decorated Hall providing a relaxing ambiance. The 4th AIC at Jaipur has discussed all the issues related to BSNL and BSNL Executives and the induction of new faces in CHQ.
Com. R. L. Aagarwal, CS Rajasthan Telecom Circle, and Com. O.P. Jat, Advisor to CHQ, had planned and executed the grand meeting with every participant applauding their excellent work. Com. S. P. Jain OS(West) has also done extraordinary work, toiling night and day before, during, and after the meeting, offering transportation, accommodation, food, and other help in time.
The 4th All India Conference has concluded with a clear and strong message that AIBSNLOA will continue its journey on the less-trodden path and will continue to be the exponent of truth and logical solutions. The delegates are going back with renewed enthusiasm. View the list of new office bearers View a few photos
11.07.2022:
AIBSNLOA AIC NOTIFIED:
Notification has been issued for holding of All India Conference of AIBSNLOA on 13th and 14th August 2022 at Shree Agrasen Vikas Trust, Jaipur. View the Notification28.03.2022:
REVIEW DPC IN COMPLIANCE OF SUPREME COURT DIRECTIONS IN CA No. 4389 OF 2010:
Consequent to revision of SDEs (T) seniority list as per Rule 206 of P&T Manual Volume IV in compliance of Supreme Court directions in CA No.4389 of 2010, BSNL has now conducted review DPC of the Regular DPCs held in the year 2014 and has issued orders promoting 60 executives to DE/AGM grade regular notionally w.e.f. 20.08.2014 and antedating their date of promotion, promoting 30 executives notionally w.e.f. 20.08.2014, who were never promoted in the original DPC and postponing the date of promotion to 20.08.2014 in respect of 224 executives. While there is no change in date of promotion of 1903 executives, 98 executives remain un-assessed due to non-availability of ACRs for the relevant periods. 3 Executives are promoted after the end of their currency of penalty, (date mentioned against their name) subject to VC. View the BSNL order25.02.2022:
REVIEW DPC IN COMPLIANCE OF SUPREME COURT DIRECTIONS IN CA No. 4389 OF 2010:
Consequent to revision of SDEs (T) seniority list as per Rule 206 of P&T Manual Volume IV in compliance of Supreme Court directions in CA No.4389 of 2010, BSNL has now conducted review DPC of the 5th Regular DPC held in the year 2013 and has issued orders promoting 235 executives to DE/AGM grade regular notionally w.e.f. 25.10.2013 and antedating their date of promotion, promoting 25 executives notionally w.e.f. 25.10.2013, who were never promoted in the original DPC and postponing the date of promotion to 25.10.2013 in respect of 103 executives. While there is no change in date of promotion of 161 executives, 43 executives remain un-assessed due to non-availability of ACRs for the relevant periods. View the BSNL order22.02.2022:
BSNL CIRCULATES FINAL SENIORITY LISTS 10, 11, 12 AND 13 OF SDE (T) GRADE:
BSNL has circulated the final SDEs (T) seniority lists Nos. 10, 11, 12 and 13 after considering and incorporating the objections/errors/omissions received after the provisional seniority lists were published on 15.11.2021. View the BSNL letter18.12.2021:
BSNL ISSUES ORDERS BASED ON REVIEW DPC OF THE 4TH REGULAR DPC FOR PROMOTION TO DE/AGM (T) GRADE HELD FROM 26.07.2013 TO 30.07.2013:
Consequent to revision of seniority in the grade of SDE (T) based on the judgement of Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, BSNL has conducted review DPC in respect of the 4th Regular DPC held from 26.07.2013 to 30.07.2013. Based on the review DPC, BSNL has issued orders promoting notionally w.e.f. 16.08.2013 14 executives who were never promoted in the original DPC, antedating the date of promotion notionally to 16.08.2013 in respect of 204 executives, some subject to VC and postponing the date of promotion in respect of 48 executives to 16.08.2013. While there has been no change in status in respect of 22 executives 10 executives have remained un-assessed due to non-availability of relevant period of ACRs. View the BSNL order09.09.2021:
CBDT FURTHER EXTENDS DUE DATE FOR FILING OF INCOME TAX RETURN TO 31.12.2021:
A CBDT Press Release today conveys that the due date of furnishing of Return of Income for the Assessment year 2021-22 is further extended to 31st December 2021. View the CBDT Press Release06.08.2021:
Implementation of BSNL employees health insurance Policy 2021:
BSNL has issued a Circular on implementation of BSNL Health Insurance Policy 2021, enclosing important guidelines for exercising online option on ERP/ESS portal. Submission of option will be tentatively from 7th August 2021 to 16th August 2021 and for withdrawl, from 17th August 2021 to 19th August 2021. The parameters of the policy and the terms and conditions are also attached. View the BSNL Circular05.08.2021:
BSNL ENDORSES DPE ORDERS RESTORING IDA PROSPECTIVELY W.E.F. 1.7.2021:
BSNL has endorsed the DPE OM vide F.No. W-02/0002/2014-DPE(WC)-GL-III/2021 dated 2nd August 2021, restoring the IDA frozen w.e.f. 01.10.2020, 01.01.2021 and 01.04.2021, prospectively w.e.f. 01.07.2021. View the BSNL letter02.08.2021:
DPE ISSUES ORDERS FOR PAYMENT OF IDA AT REVISED RATES W.E.F. 01.07.2021:
DPE has issued orders revising the rate of IDA to the executives and non-unionised supervisors of CPSEs (2007 pay revision) from 159.9% to 170.5% w.e.f. 01.07.2021. The increase subsumes the additional installments arising on 01.10.2020, 01.01.2021 and 01.04.2021. The rate of DA for the period from 01.10.2020 till 30.06.2021 shall remain at 159.9%. View the DPE letter30.07.2021:
BSNL Employees Health insurance policy 2021:
BSNL has introduced the BSNL Health Insurance Policy, 2021, w.e.f. 1st September 2021, which is optional and the premium shll be paid by the concerned BSNL employee. View the letter27.07.2021:
CHQ writes to CMD requesting filling up the vacant posts of SDE(Telecom) on urgent basis :
'Even after issuing above mentioned promotion orders for 3697 JTOs of AIEL no. 1 and 2, more than 1200 JTOs of AIEL number 2 (of recruitment year 2008) are still waiting to get their first promotion orders. These JTOs of Recruitment Year 2008 are very much frustrated because even after availability of sufficient number of vacancies these executives have not got promotion while some of their colleagues have already been promoted. We therefore request you to kindly look into the matter and issue necessary instruction for conducting a DPC for remaining JTOs of AIEL number 2, so that these JTOs of recruitment year 2008 can also get their first promotion and join their colleagues in SDE cadre.' Read More10.07.2021:
BSNL issues speaking order in compliance of CAT Chennai Bench orders in OA 310/00454/2020 dated 28.01.2021:
While issuing a speaking order in compliance of CAT Chennai Bench orders in OA 310/00454/2020 & MA No.310/00028/2021 dated 28.01.2021, BSNL has stated that final seniority list No.9 of SDEs (T) consisting of Seniority Quota vacancy year 2006-07 shall be published shortly and that Seniority list Nos 10 to 13 of SDEs (T) who have been promoted as per SDE (T) RR 2002 before 28.06.2015, i.e. effective date of mendment in the SDE (T) RR 2002 shall be prepared shortly primarily on the basis of date of respective main promotion order. View the BSNL speaking order08.07.2021:
Promotion to SDE (T) grade.:
BSNL has circulated the list of 3697 JTO (T)s promoted as SDE (T)s. Congratulations to all those who have been promoted. View the BSNL order05.07.2021:
BSNL ANNOUNCES POLICY FOR PROVISION OF CONCESSIONAL FTTH CONNECTIONS TO SERVING/RETIRED EMPLOYEES OF BSNL:
BSNL has issued a circular conveying approval of Management Committee of BSNL for provision of concessional FTTH connection to serving/retired Executive as well as Non-Executive employees in BSNL area only. The concession will be 40% on plan charges with ceiling of Rs.300 per month. In MTNL area, the existing guidelines for providing concessional broadband only will continue. FTTH connections already working in private capacity or availed under 10% concession will be allowed to be migrated to eligible concessional plan if requested by the employee. GSM in lieu of RSTC/CTC provided in TNF area will be withdrawn after provisioning FTTH. View the BSNL circular05.07.2021:
Provisional All India Gradation/seniority list of JAO Batch 2015:
BSNL CO has circulated Provisional All India Gradation/Seniority List No.5 in respect of JAOs of BSNL for DR JAOs 2015 Batch and has called for submission of omissions/objections/errors etc by 15th July 2021. View list02.07.2021:
BSNL endorses DOPT OM on Treatment/regularisation of hospitalisation/quarantine period during COVID-19 Pandemic:
BSNL CO has endorsed DoPT OM dated 7th June 2021 clarifying on treating the period of absence due to COVID-19 hospitalisation/quarantine, in relaxation of CCS (Leave) Rules 1972. View letter16.06.2021:
BSNL CO asks not to operate upon Provisional seniority list 9 of SDE (T):
BSNL CO has issued orders instructions to Circles that Provisional seniority list 9 should not be operated for the purpose of assigning look after charge of AGM(T)/DE(T) level post to avoid complication till its finalisation by BSNL CO. View letter08.06.2021:
Restructuring of Training centres in BSNL - migration into zonal training centres and working modalities:
BSNL CO has issued orders conveying changes in Training Centre structure and functioning, with six Zonal Training Centres and BSNL Circle attached for BSNL trainings there. View letter28.05.2021:
Clarification regarding use of Incorporation/formation date of BSNL:
BSNL CO has clarified that the Incorporation date o BSNL is 15.9.2000 as per the Certificate issued by the Registrar of Companies, Ministry of Home Affairs and therefore the incorporation date should be mentioned as 15.09.2000 instead of 01.10.2000 in all references wherever the same is required to be used. View letter21.05.2021:
Extension of time limit for IT return for the Assessment Year 2021-22:
CBDT has issued a circular extending various timelines to provide relief to taxpayers in view of the severe pandemic. Due date for filing of IT return has been extended to 30th September 2021. View Circular20.05.2021:
BSNL Covid Fund (BCF) Policy - Policy & Guidelines:
BSNL CO has circulated the Policy & Guidelines for BSNL Covid Fund. View letter26.03.2021:
Implementation of e-dpc/cpc in bsnl:
BSNL CO has conveyed the approval of competent authority for conducting online all CPCs for time bound upgradations as per EPP w.e.f. 1.4.2021. View letter25.03.2021:
Online transfer application module renamed as Online transfer portal (OTP):
BSNL CO has circulated the procedures for online transfer application through ESS, periodicity of opening of window, forwarding the application and issue of transfer orders, along with timelines and other conditions. View letter25.03.2021:
Consolidation of business areas and rationalisation of work & delegated powers - clarification in guidelines:
BSNL CO has clarified that "The HR matters of staff posted in area offices are required to be forwarded to BA office for timely settlement of all claims, Bills, leave, grievances, representations etc. So, Area Office (Erstwhile SSA) head/Operational head being in-charge of area office, shall forward staff related grievance like claims, pay, leave, grievances, representations etc or any documents related to its settlement to BA haeads after necessary verification/certification. The processing shall be initiated from the unit where the employee is working and through area office head shall be forwarded to BA head for settlement. The necessary documents shall be forwarded through ERP/E-office as the case may be." View letter10.03.2021:
Review DPC consequent to revision of seniority under Rule 206:
BSNL CO has issued promotion orders based on review DPC in respect of those who were promoted as per regular DPC held in the year 2009. View orders08.03.2021:
Consolidation of business areas and rationalisation of work & delegated powers - amendment to guidelines:
BSNL CO has issued modified guidelines providing for maintaining of Service Book of all the staff at Business Area level and calling of option for willingness from non-executives to post/transfer out to another Operation unit area in case of urgency and need for reallocation. View letter03.03.2021:
implementation of online staff quarter application process for allotment of staff quarter through rem module in erp system:
BSNL has rolled out Online Staff Quarter Application process for allotment of staff quarter through REM module in ERP system acroos all Circles. It has already been successfully implemented in BSNL Corporate office and HP Telecom Circle. View letter23.02.2021:
CHQ writes to CGM Kolkata Telephones on the harassment of executives, both retired and serving by CTD, wrongly interpreting BSNL order dated 22.12.2015 and ordering recovery of huge amount:
Now, BSNL Corporate Office once again clarified vide letter No.5-21/2021/ESTT-IV/CPGRAMS/240/9 dated 16.2.2021 to CTD in reply of CPGRAMS docket no DOPPW/E/2020/24019 wherein it is mentioned "the method of pay fixation made by CTD is not correct in para 3 of the letter". Read More23.02.2021:
Steps to be taken to get stay vacated within six months in any court case:
BSNL has circulated CVC letter directing all organisations to ensure that stay granted by any court of law is vacated within six months, based on Supreme Court Judgement that stay by a court of law shall stand vacated automatically at the expiry of six months, unless the same is extended by a speaking order. View letter27.01.2021:
Final seniority list in the grade of Executive Engineer (C) for executives absorbed in BSNL as on 01.11.2020:
BSNL has circulated the final seniority list in the grade of Executive Engineer (C) for executives absorbed in BSNL as on 01.11.2020. View letter12.01.2021:
BSNL issues instructions on payment of final instalment of ex-gratia:
BSNL has conveyed that sanction of fund for the payment of final instalment of ex-gratia is being released by DOT shortly and has requested the circles to email fund request by 15.1.2021. View letter07.01.2021:
Final seniority list in the grade of regular SDE/AE (Arch):
BSNL has circulated the final seniority list in the grade of regular SDE/AE (Arch) as on 01.02.2020. View letter16.12.2020:
Grant of Unified LIcense in all service areas to BSNL:
BSNL has been granted Unified License in all Service Areas including Delhi and Mumbai with migration from all existing Licenses. View letter01.12.2020:
Completion of pending activities related to VRS optees:
Director HR has again written to Head of Circles requesting them for completion of pending activities latest by 5.12.2020. View letter01.12.2020:
Holidays to be observed in 2021:
BSNL CO has circulated the holidays list for 2021. View list19.11.2020:
DPE orders freezing of DA for all CPSE employees:
DPE has issued orders freezing the IDA of all the CPSE employees. IDA already due from 1.10.2020 and that will become due from 1.1.2021 and 1.4.2021 will not be paid. As and when a decision is taken to restore the DA from 1.7.2021, IDA from 1.10.2020, 1.1.2021 and 1.4.2021 will be restored prospectively and no arrears will be paid for the period from 1.10.2020 to 30.6.2021. View DPE OM13.11.2020:
CHQ writes to Director (F) on Irrational act by CTD administration in refusing to implement BSNL clarification on Pay fixation of officiating JTOs who were promoted in the year 2008 and opted for Pay fixation in revised scale from the date of their promotion as regular JTO:
'But CTD administration reportedly insists that refixation was done as per BSNL order dated 22.12.2015 as clarified under a) and therefore there is no need to change it and that now recovery will be ordered. Our Circle Association met PGM (F) on 9.11.2020 and explained to her that clarification under a) is applicable only for those who were promoted after 07.05.2010 and clarifications under b) and c) are applicable for those who were promoted during the period 01.01.2007 to 07.05.2010. But PGM (F) has remained unyielding.' Read More09.11.2020:
Corrigendum to Integrated final eligibility list of JTO published on 12.10.2020:
BSNL CO has issued a Corrigendum/Addendum to the integrated final eligibility list published on 12.10.2020, after considering representations received. View Corrigendum06.11.2020:
BSNL CDA Rules 2006 updated upto 5.11.2020:
BSNL CO has circulated the BSNL CDA Rules 2006 updated as on 05.11.2020, incorporating the amendment issued vide letter dated 27.7.2017, deleting existing Rules 55(ii)(b) and insertion of a New Rule titled as Rule 55(A) providing absolute right to BSNL to retire any employee (both absorbed and BSNL recruits) by giving notice of three months or pay and allowances of three months, if he is an executive and had entered service before attaining the age of 35 years, after he has attained the age of 50 years and in any other case after he has attained the age of 55 years. BSNL will also have the absolute right to retire any employee after he has completed thirty year of service. View amended BSNL CDA Rules 200603.11.2020:
Deployment of staff post-vrs on temporary basis:
BSNL CO has conveyed the approval of the comptent authority to extend looking after arrangements for Executives by BA Heads for a further period of 90 days w.e.f. 02.11.2020. Beyond 30.01.2021, CGMTs are authorised to decide and delegate further extension to give look after arrangements by BA Headss, if the requirement demands for its continuance. View letter28.10.2020:
BSNL issues clarification to CTD on pay fixation of officiating JTOs in revised second PRC pay scales:
In order to resolve a long pending issue wherein the pay fixation of JTOs of Calcutta Telephone District regularised in the year 2008 were refixed wrongly interpreting BSNL order dated 22.12.2015, BSNL CO has issued the clarifications sought for by CTD. AIBSNLOA has taken up the issue through its letters dated 23.6.2020, 28.7.2020 and 19.8.2020 and then followed it up with concerned authorities. Pointing out the option allowed under Para 3.6 of BSNL order dated 7.5.2010, we had argued that this option was available only to those non-executives who got promotion between 1.1.2007 and 7.5.2010 the date of issue of orders for pay revision of non-executives. We had also stressed that this order has neither been withdrawn/modified nor superseded at any point of time. The clarifications issued by BSNL CO now, vindicates our stand. We hope that CTD will now undo the wrong refixation which had put the concerned executives under enormous mental stress during the past several months. View letter24.10.2020:
CBDT further extends time limit for submission of income tax returns:
CBDT has issued a Press Release further extending due date for furnishing IT returns to 31st December 2020. View CBDT Press Release16.10.2020:
Mandatory utililsation of network of BSNL and MTNL for internet/broadband, landline/leased line by all Ministries/Departments of Government of India/Central Public Sector Undertakings/autonomous bodies etc under Central Government:
BSNL co has circulated the DoT and DoE letters on the subject and has listed the efforts to be taken by the circles in this regard. View letter16.10.2020:
Clarification on issues relating to reservation in promotion for SC/ST as per the direction of Parliamentary Committee on the Welfare of SC/ST:
BSNL co has circulated the queries raised by Parliamentary Committee on Welfare of SC/ST and the opinion of the Ld.Attorney General for India in this regard. View letter13.10.2020:
Mandatory utililsation of network of BSNL and MTNL for internet/broadband, landline/leased line by all Ministries/Departments of Government of India/Central Public Sector Undertakings/autonomous bodies etc under Central Government:
Government of India has approved mandatory utilisation of capacities of BSNL and MTNL by all Ministries/Departments of Government of India/Central Public Sector Undertakings/autonomous bodies etc under Central Government. DoT has since issued orders requesting all Ministries/Departments to issue necessary instructions in this regard. View DoT letter This is a very important issue repeatedly taken up by AIBSNLOA years back pressing for issue of orders. This order should have been issued long back. However, better late than never.12.10.2020:
Provisional all india eligibility list of JTO (T) for holding DPC for promotion to SDE (T):
BSNL co has circulated the provisional All India Eligibility List of JTO (T) for Recruitment year 2002 to 2008 in respect of OC/SC category JTOs and for Recruitment years 2006-2008 in respect of ST category JTOs. View list12.10.2020:
Publishing of integrated final seniority list of JTO (T) as per order dated 5.6.2018 of Kerala High court:
BSNL co has circulated the integrated final seniority list of JTO (T) as per order dated 5.6.2018 of Kerala High court. View list12.10.2020:
Reversion order of 39 SDEs kept in abeyance:
BSNL co has issued an office order conveying the decision of comptent authority to keep reversion order dated 6.9.2019 of 39 SDEs promoted under LDCE 2007, in abeyancetill the disposal of review petitions pending in Madras High Court. View letter07.10.2020:
Review CPC for SDE (T) to AGM (T) as per Rule 206 - Furnishing of SC/ACR/APAR:
BSNL co has furnished status of SCR received and requested Circles to furnish the information at the earliest and to check for details not traceable in respect of 107 executives in Annexure-II-A of its letter dated 21.7.2020. View letter07.10.2020:
Preventive measures to contain the spread of Novel Coronavirus - attendance of central government officials:
DoP&T has issued fresh guidelines regulating attendance of CG Employees in offices with staggered timings. View DoP&T letter01.10.2020:
Activities to be carried on by BSNL Tower Corporation Limited:
CMD has written to CGMs on the activities identified so fare by the Management for being carried out by BTCL. View letter30.09.2020:
Increase in IDA w.e.f. 1.10.2020:
According to calculations based on All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial workers for June 2020 (332), July 2020 (336) and August 2020 (338), IDA will increase w.e.f. 1.10.2020 by 5.5% from 159.9% to 165.4%.28.09.2020:
BSNL extends time for revalidation of BSNL MRS card of retirees upto 31.3.2021:
BSNL has issued orders extending the validity of BSNL MRS card for BSNL retired employees on pan India basis till 31.3.2021. View letter26.09.2020:
Action on anyonymous/pseudonymous complaints:
CVC has reiterated that no action would be taken on anonymous/pseudonymous complaints and that such complaints should be filed. View CVC letter22.09.2020:
BSNL circulates CVC decisions on First Stage and Second stage advice in disciplinary cases:
BSNL has circulated two CVC Circulars conveying important decisions that any proposal for reconsideration of its First Stage advice should be made within one month of such advice and that consultation for reconsidertion of its second stage advice is dispensed with. View letter17.09.2020:
GS speaks to GM (Estt) regarding wrong interpretation of orders, wrong refixation of pay of TTAs promoted as JTO in 2008/2009 by CTD:
GS spoke to GM (Estt) over phone today and explained the case of wrong interpreation of BSNL orders dated 22.12.2015 by CTD and downward refixation of pay of TTAs promoted as JTOs in the year 2008/2009 w.e.f. 1.1.2007, thus apparently undoing the option granted to them for getting their pay fixed in the revised IDA scale from the date of their promotion as JTO. He also pointed out that the BSNL order dated 22.12.2015 pertains to those TTAs who were promoted as JTO under JTO RR 2014 and in now way is connected to those promoted as JTO in 2008/2009 under the pre-revised JTO RR 2001. He also mentioned about clarification sought for in this regard by CTD. As desired by GM (Estt), GS again mailed copies of CHQ letter and the CTD letter. GM (Estt) has agreed to examine the issue and do the needful.16.09.2020:
Director (HR) message on settlement of pending issues of BSNL VRS 2019 retirees on priority:
'In view of the importance of finalisation of these issues for settlement of retiral benefits, it is reiterated that these pending activities must be completed on top priority so that total Ex-gratia is calculated accurately before payment of 4th installment of ex-gratia and there is no mismatch in the PPO data and ERP data.' View letter16.09.2020:
Redressal of grievances of retired employees of BSNL:
BSNL CO has reiterated instructions on prompt action for resolution of grievances filed online by the retired employees using the link provided at front page of corporate intranet site. View letter10.09.2020:
Mentioning name of officers on the note-sheets and letters:
Based on observations by CVO BSNL, BSNL CO has issued instructions that all officers/officials shall append full signature, name, designation, telephone/mobile number, email-Id while signing the note/communications. View letter04.09.2020:
Expeditious disposal of disciplinary cases and adherence to time limits for investigation of complaints referred by the commission:
CVO BSNL CO has reiterated that the prescribed time line of three months to complete investigation should be strictly followed. In case it is not possible, the matter is to be referred to the Commission seeking extension of time. View letter03.09.2020:
Immediate settlement of pending issues in respect of those retired under BSNLVRS 2019:
BSNL CO has issued orders for releasing payment of encashment of EL/HPL immediately as per extant instructions and to complete the task of updation in ERP/SAP of service particulars like last pay drawn, qualifying service etc. View letter03.09.2020:
Extension of last date of reporting of e-apar for the year 2019-20:
BSNL CO has issued orders extending the last date of reporting till 15th September 2020. View letter01.09.2020:
Revision of consolidation of business areas, category, structure, rationalisation of work flow process:
BSNL CO has issued orders conveying that the revised consolidation of business areas as per its letter dated 27.8.2020 will be effective from 1.10.2020 instead of 1.9.2020. View letter31.08.2020:
Deferment of next time bound pay scale upgradation under Executive Promotion policy for a period of two years in the case of refusal of post based promotion:
BSNL CO has incorporated the provision under EPP for refusal of promotion that in addition to the provisions of BSNL CO's letter No.400-204/2013-Pers.I dated 1.11.2013, refusal of promotion will disentitle the executive from next time bound pay scale upgradation under EPP for a period of two years from the due date; that if any employee refuses a post based promotion (regular/adhoc) or fails to join the promoted post due to any reason, he will not be considered for any promotion or even look after arrangement for a period of one year or till the preparation of next panel whichever is later from the date of refusal. View letter28.08.2020:
Allowing option for revision of pay to JAO (Deptl) 2010 Batch (10% quota) and pay fixation methodology:
BSNL CO has allowed JAO (Deptl) 2010 batch (10% quota) to exercise option for revision of pay from the date of their promotion in JAO grade in terms of its office order dated 24.7.2015. View letter27.08.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD regarding Flagrant violation of orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in Provisional seniority list 9 of SDEs (T) of Vacancy Year 2006-07 circulated by BSNL CO:
'From the above it is abundantly clear that the BSNL Personnel Section order dated 10.8.2020 is not only a flagrant violation of the judgments of the Hon’ble Supreme Court cited in the same order, but also could amount to contempt of Supreme Court by those who were instrumental in preparing and releasing this Seniority List No.9 of SDEs (T).' View letter27.08.2020:
Consolidation of Business Areas and rationalisation of work and delegated powers:
BSNL CO has issued revised circle-wise Business Area list and related instructions effective from 1.9.2020. View letter27.08.2020:
Revision of flat rate of licence fee for BSNL residential accommodation:
BSNL CO has circulated Directorate of Estates OM dated 7th July 2020 stipulating revised flat rate of licence fee to be charged w.e.f.1st July 2020 and has decided that these rates would be applicable for the BSNL Residential Accommodation. View letter26.08.2020:
Grant of status of recognised association and support association:
BSNL CO has issued orders granting status of recognised association to AIGETOA and support association to SNEA. View letter25.08.2020:
Pay revision of BSNL executives - review of profitability:
DPE has requested all administrative Ministries/Departments to take necessary action to review profitability of CPSEs under their control as stipulated in DPE OM dated 3.8.2017 which is to be done after every 3 years. View DPE letter25.08.2020:
Calculation of stay in respect of BSNL employees posted in hard tenure stations:
BSNL CO has clarified that period of leave(any type) training etc in excess of 30 days per year will be excluded in countng the tenure in a particular hard tenure station. View letter24.08.2020:
AIBSNLOA conveys its gratitude to all the executives who have voted for AIBSNLOA in this verification election braving all pulls and pressures
24.08.2020:
Result of second membership verification of Executives' Association in BSNL:
BSNL CO has declared the result of second membership verification of Executives' Association in BSNL, with AIGETOA getting First position and SNEA getting second position. View letter21.08.2020:
Enrollment of spouse or ward of BSNL/DOT employees, BSNL/DOT retired employees or their wards for FTTH channel partner as MSO/TIP - reg:
BSNL CO has reviewed the earlier instructions allowing enrollment of spouse or ward of BSNL/DOT employees, BSNL/DOT retired employees or their wards for FTTH channel partner as MSO/TIP and has decided to discontinue the same with immediate effect. View letter21.08.2020:
DPE issues orders on revision of IDA w.e.f. 1.7.2020:
DPE has issued orders revising IDA from 160.7% to 159.9% w.e.f. 1.7.2020. View orders20.08.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD again on Harassment of the Executives, both retired and serving, by Calcutta Telephones, wrongly Interpreting BSNL letter No.5-32/2013/Estt.IV dated 22.12.2015 and ordering for recovery of huge amount:
'In our letter we had raised two important arguments, questioning the wrong action of Calcutta Telephones. Factually, the BSNL letter No. 5-32/2013/Estt.IV dated 22.12.2015, pertains to the issue of fixation of Pay of officiating JTOs under FR 22 1(a) (i) and reversion before sending them for Phase I training. This Order clearly mentioned at serial No. 1 regarding reversion of officiating JTOs under new scheme and syllabus.' Read More18.08.2020:
Grant of time bound financial upgradation under EPP/NEPP in respect of VRS 2019 retirees which was due before their voluntary retirement on 31.1.2020:
'As a one-time measure time bound financial upgradation under the EPP/NEPP, which was due to VRS retirees before their retirement may be completed latest by 30th August 2020.' Read More
14.08.2020:
Review CPC for SDE (T) to AGM (T) as per Rule 206 - non-receipt of screening committee report/acr/apar:
BSNL CO has requested circles to furnish screening committee report/ACRs/APARs of concerned executives for the relevant period by 20.08.2020. View list11.08.2020:
Provisional seniority list No.9:
Objections/Omissions are to be conveyed to BSNL CO before 25.8.2020. Executives who have objections may submit the same individually as early as possible. Apart from individual grievances, if there are general omissions/discrepancies, these may be brought to the notice of CHQ by mailing to gsaibsnloa@gmail.com by 20th August 2020.11.08.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD pointing out that Improper and unsafe practices are making the election a farce:
'We, therefore, request that the election may be deferred till the country is free from COVID-19 risk, public transport is restored in the entire country and the other poll processes can be followed in accordance with the Election Commission guidelines or at least in accordance with the procedures which were followed in the first membership verification of Executive Associations in BSNL. Else, we are sorry to say that the election will turn out to be tragic farce.' Read More11.08.2020:
CHQ writes to Secretary DoT on Delay in disbursing pension commutation amount to VRS-2019 optees because of non-opening/ showing of commutation portion in SAMPAAN portal:
'Contrary to the decision of the Cabinet, employees who has already been attained the age of 60 years in the month of February 2020 onward are still waiting for the payment of their pension commutation amount.' Read More10.08.2020:
Provisional seniority list 9 of SDE (T) of vacancy year 2006-07 updated as on date:
BSNL CO has circulated Provisional seniority list 9 of SDE (T) of vacancy year 2006-07 updated as on date and has called for objections/errors/omissions if any to be communicated by 25.08.2020 View list10.08.2020:
CHQ office bearers and circle secretaries discuss verification related issues through video conference:
Most of the CHQ office bearers and Circle Secretaries yesterday joined a video conference to discuss verification related issues. Based on the feed back from Circle Secretaries, it was decided to write to CMD requesting deferring of the election in view of improper arrangements for polling and safety of Executives in the COVID-19 situation. However, as it was felt that the Management is adament in going ahead with its plan, it was decided to ramp up our campaign which has earnestly started everywhere.07.08.2020:
Immediate settlement of pending issues in respect of retired employees under BSNL VRS 2019:
BSNL CO has conveyed that as clarified by DoT, only Government employees who were on rolls of Government before corporatisation and transferred on deemed deputation are covered under Pension Rule for payment of Pension from Consolidated Fund of India. View letter07.08.2020:
Creation of proper legal strucure in field units:
BSNL CO has requested that at least one officer in the rank of DGM/AGM having legal/professional qualification and competence may be posted in the legal cell of the Circles/Units. View letter06.08.2020:
Immediate settlement of pending issues in respect of retired employees under BSNL VRS 2019:
BSNL CO has listed out actions to be taken on priority by 14th August so that pension cases of all VRS 2019 retirees get settled without delay. View letter04.08.2020:
Refund of premium deducted after the due date i.e. February 2020 in respect of memebrs of Group Term Insurance with LIC of India:
BSNL CO has circulated the names of 26 executives in respect of whom the annual premium has been deducted from the salaries of the Month of March, April and May 2020, in clear violation of instructions and has asked the circles to refund the premium deducted. View letter30.07.2020:
Clarification regarding calculating of stay particulars:
BSNL CO has issued clarifications on counting of period of deputation for stay period in a circle/unit. View letter30.07.2020:
Instructions regarding O&M and functioning of administrative offices:
BSNL CO has issued revised instructions in respect of attendance in administrative officesin view of spread of COVID-19. View letter29.07.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD on Harassment of the Executives, both retired and serving, by Calcutta Telephones, wrongly Interpreting BSNL letter No.5-32/2013/Estt.IV dated 22.12.2015 and ordering for recovery of huge amount:
'The said order BSNL No.1-16/2010-PAT(BSNL) dated 7.5.2010, based on which the pay of these TTAs and other non-executives were fixed in the revised scale on the date of their regular promotion as JTO, has neither been withdrawn nor has been superseded till date. ' Read More21.07.2020:
CHQ writes to Home Secretary Violation of guidelines issued by Ministry of Home Affairs on COVID-19 management, by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) proposing to hold election for membership verification of Executive Associations on 18.8.2020:
'We would therefore request you to kindly intervene and cause advice to BSNL Management not to violate the MHA guidelines on COVID-19 containment and also not to put the lives of its employees at risk. BSNL Management may be advised to defer the proposal to hold verification elections till the country is completely free of the COVID-19 pandemic.' Read More21.07.2020:
Second membership verification of executives association - sample ballot paper:
BSNL CO has circulated the sample ballot paper. View letter21.07.2020:
Second membership verification of executives association - final list of eligible association:
BSNL CO has circulated the final list of eligible associations. View letter20.07.2020:
Second membership verification of executives association - list of eligible association:
BSNL CO has added another association in the list which had been inadvertantly left from the list circulated earlier. View letter15.07.2020:
Final seniority list in the grade of JTO (Arch) a on 1.2.2020:
BSNL CO has circulated the Final seniority list in the grade of JTO (Arch) a on 1.2.2020. View letter15.07.2020:
Promotion to SDE (T) grade against 67% scf quota for vacancy years 2009-10 and 2010-11:
BSNL CO has issued correction in vacancy year in respect of four executives. View letter14.07.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification of Executives association in BSNL - list of eligible associations - AIBSNLOA is a participant:
BSNL CO has circulated the list of nine eligible associations found to be eligible for participation in the second membership verification, which includes AIBSNLOA. View letter10.07.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD on promotion from JTO (T) to SDE (T) grade - case of left out JTO of DoT era and early BSNL recruitees:
'This is very much required in the post-VRS period, where the executives are shouldering additional work load and responsibilities and need motivation.' Read More10.07.2020:
Payment of 3rd installment of exgratia in respect of employees retired under BSNL VRS 2019:
BSNL CO has issued instructions for regulating release of 3rd installment of exgratia to the retirees in respect of whom there is variation in last pay drawn. View letter10.07.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - postal ballot:
BSNL CO has circulated procedure for casting postal ballot. View letter09.07.2020:
Instructions regarding timely release/payment of gratuity for avoiding payment of interest on delayed payment:
BSNL CO has issued instructions regarding strict adherence to Rule 9 and Rule 68 of CCS (Pension) Rules 1972. View letter09.07.2020:
Fixation of pay of officiating JTO under FR 22 (1)(a)(i) and reversion before sending them for Phase I training:
BSNL CO has clarified that as per final order of PCAT New Delhi, pay fixation before and after 2nd PRC shall be as mentioned in letter dated 22.12.2015 but provision mentioned in the letter regarding reversion before sending for Phase I training has been set aside by the PCAT. View letter09.07.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - appointment of observers:
BSNL CO has circulated a overview of observers' duties. View letter08.07.2020:
Cadre controlling functions in respect of unabsorbed Group C & D employees working in various circles, maintance regions etc of BSNL:
BSNL CO has circulated DoT instructions that these functions may be dealt with and decided by the Director (Estt) nominated in concerned Telecom Circle as per extant rules/instructions issued by Government of India. View letter07.07.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD on promotion from AO to CAO grade:
'With large number of executives opting for VRS, there is shortage in CAO grade everywhere.' Read More03.07.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on Promotion from SDE (T) to DE/AGM grade:
'After a large number of DEs took VR under BSNL VRS 2019, there are sufficient number of vacancies and also dire requirements of DEs/AGMs in the SSAs. In this regard, BSNL CO has also issued direction to field units to fill up all the vacancies by giving promotion to eligible SDE as DE/AGMs on Look after basis. ' Read More03.07.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - ballot boxes:
BSNL CO has issued instructions discontinuing procurement of ballot boxes from Election Commission and using tender boxes available in circle offices and SSAs. View letter01.07.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - electoral rolls of non-territorialcircles:
BSNL CO has issued guidelines for preparation of electroal rolls of non-territorial circles. View letter30.06.2020:
Decrease in IDA w.e.f. 1.7.2020:
According to calculations based on All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial workers for March 2020 (326), April 2020 (329) and May 2020 (330), IDA will decrease w.e.f. 1.7.2020 by 0.8% from 160.7% to 159.9%.30.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - setting up of polling booths:
BSNL CO has issued instructions for setting up of polling booths ensuring social distancing of voters. View letter30.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - BSNL writes to Election Commission of India:
'In order to focus full attention on successful completion of VRS and revival measures, MV process was deferred. Now, it has been decided to conduct the Membership Verification with the date of voting on 18.08.2020.' View letter30.06.2020:
Release of pensionary benefits to a retiree against whom personal court case (other than departmental) is pending in the competent court:
BSNL CO has endorsed DoT letter No.36-9/2002-Pen(T) dated 5.6.2020, which has conveyed DoP&PW view that in cases where the judicial proceedings for any act could be termed as misconduct under the provisions of CCS (Conduct) Rules are continued after retirement such judicial proceedings shall come under the purview of Rule 9 and Rule 69 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972. View letter29.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - BSNL writes to Chief Labour Commissioner:
'In order to focus full attention on successful completion of VRS and revival measures, MV process was deferred. Now, it has been decided to conduct the Membership Verification with the date of voting on 18.08.2020.' View letter27.06.2020:
Payment of second installment of ex-gratia in respect of employees retired under BSNL VRS 2019:
BSNL CO says the fund sanctioned is equivalent to 22.5% of the total ex-gratia amount and has asked circles to ensure payment of second installment equal to 22.5% of the admissible ex-gratia amount by 29.6.2020. View letter27.06.2020:
Settling refund and recovery cases of group term insurance:
BSNL CO has issued instructions to settle the pending cases of refund and recovery of GTI at the earliest. View letter26.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - extension of facilities:
BSNL CO has conveyed that the facilities during the process of verification will also include immunity from transfer to eligible office bearers. View letter26.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - appointment of observer:
BSNL CO has intimated that circular regarding appointment of observer will be issued later. However while appointing ARO it should be kept in mind that executive to be appointed as observer will have to be senior to ARO. View letter25.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - clarification regarding appointment of Assistant returning officer:
BSNL CO has modified the earlier order providing for appointment of sufficiently senior executive posted in SSA as ARO, as presently there are no officers of DGM level in many SSAs. View letter25.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - preparation of electroal rolls:
BSNL CO has reiterated to adhere to three stages for preparation of voters list. View letter25.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - non-transfer of executives till completion of the process - modifications:
BSNL CO has issued clarified that the last date for implementation of these hard/soft zone transfer orders will remain the same i.e. 22.07.2020. This relaxation in last date will notbe applicable to other categories of transfer under exceptions. View letter24.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting withdrawal of instructions issued vide BSNL CO vide letter BSNL letter No.BSNL/Admn.1/15-12/18 dated 8.5.2020 :
'Therefore, the present BSNL order No. BSNL/Admn.1/15-12/18 dated 8.5.2020 fixing the ceiling with Basic Pay + DA on date of retirement, contravenes the BSNL order dated 8.9.2010 issued with the approval of the BSNL Board.' Read More24.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL regarding Harassment of Executives and retired executives by CTD administration, wrongly interpreting BSNL letter No.5-32/2013/Estt.IV dated 22.12.2015:
'Vide BSNL letter No.5-32/2013/Estt.IV dated 22.12.2015, instructions were issued regarding fixation of pay of officiating JTOs under FR 22 1 (a) (i) and reversion before sending them for Phase I training. This order pertains to screening test qualified TTAs officiating as JTO and covered by JTO Recruitment Rules 2014. Earlier, vide BSNL letter No.5-20/2015/Estt.IV/RR2014 dated 20.11.2015, instructions had been issued for sending these officiating JTOs to Phase I training directly (without reversion). The letter dated 22.12.2015 clearly mentions that it supersedes the letter dated 20.11.2015 pertaining to those covered by JTO RR 2014.' Read More22.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - non-transfer of executives till completion of the process:
BSNL CO has issued orders that normal/reotational outstation transfer orders of executives shall not be issued and those issued till date, which are not implemented till 30.6.2020 may be kept in abeyance till completion of process or further orders. View letter19.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - Appointment of Chief Returning Officer:
BSNL CO has issued orders appointing Chief Returning Officer for conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL. View letter19.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - Appointment of core group:
BSNL CO has appointed core group for conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL. View letter18.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting him to drop the idea of Second Membership verification of Executive Associations:
'We are grievously shocked over the BSNL letter cited under reference, notifying 2nd membership verification, at a time when BSNL is burning and not able to pay(i) Salary of its employees regularly,
(ii) Medical bills to working as well as retired employees,
(iii) Electricity bills,
(iv) Vendor bills,
(v) Contract labour wages.
In addition to this, an amount deducted from the salary of employees, against their society loan, bank loan, insurance premia, GPF contribution, etc. has not been paid to respective co-operative societies, to banks, to LIC and even to DoT. And when the entire country is burning due to unforeseen COVID-19 crisis and in lockdown, fixing the date of election date as 18.8.2020, can only be called as a horrendous and atrocious decision.' Read More
18.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL regarding Non-drawal of salary for May 2020:
'We are sorry to say but by now it has become the practice of BSNL Management not to pay the salary of its employees in time. Once again, we, as a result of this, convey the deep disappointment and resentment in the minds of BSNL employees over non-payment of their salary for May 2020 till today. While, BSNL employees have been rendering unfailing telecom services during the lockdown, risking their lives, this attitude of the Management is quite appalling.' Read More17.06.2020:
CMD writes to Chief Secretary, West Bengal seeking protection for BSNL officers and staff under Calcutta Telephones:
CMD writes to Chief Secretary, West Bengal bringing to his notice that CTD is facing serious obstruction from job contract labours who are working through various tenders in CTD under job contract scheme and seeking protection for BSNL officers. It may be recalled that AIBSNLOA had drawn attention of CMD to this issue through its letter dated 9.6.2020. View letter17.06.2020:
Non-settlement of claim under GSLI to BSNL beneficieries by LIC :
In response to AIBSNLOA letter dated 28.5.2020 on the issue, BSNL CO has asked circles to furnish information including interest, if any to be paid, for delayed remittance to LIC, calling funds from Banking Cell. View letter17.06.2020:
Relieving of officers/executives under transfer:
BSNL CO has issued instructions for relieving of officers under transfer in view of the efforts of the Government to unlock the country in a planned and phase-wise manner. View letter17.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - Preparation of electoral rolls:
BSNL CO has issued guidelines for preparation of electoral rolls for conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL. View letter16.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL:
BSNL CO has called for applications for participating in the second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL, with the date of polling 18.8.2020. View letter16.06.2020:
Conduct of second membership verification for recognition of majority representative association in BSNL - extension of facilities to participating associations:
BSNL CO has issued orders extending facilities to participating associations. View Orders15.06.2020:
Calling of option from willing CAO/AO for posting in COBSNL:
BSNL CO has invited applications from the willing CAO/AO for posting in BSNL CO. View letter12.06.2020:
Promotion and postings to the grade of SE (Civil) grade:
BSNL CO has issued orders of promotion and postings to the grade of SE (Civil) grade on regular basis. View Orders11.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting intervention in an unwarranted mess created by BSNL administration and Telecom employees’ co-operative societies :
'The whole mess started with BSNL circles/SSAs not crediting the monthly subscription and other dues recovered from the salaries of the employees month after month, to the concerned Societies.' Read More11.06.2020:
Merger of non-territorial circles:
BSNL CO has circulated DoT letter conveying arrangement for the purpose of pension and GPF settlement of combined service optees of the units which have been merged. View letter09.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting early payment of balance ex-gratia to BSNL VRS 2019 retirees:
'It needs to be understood that every employee who opted for VRS had taken a hard decision to severe ties with the organization he had been associated with for many decades, after conscious and laborious calculations of the ex-gratia he would receive and plans to cope up with the future, drawing less than half of the salary he had been drawing earlier, in the absence of payment of gratuity and commuted amount of pension. These VRS retirees are really anxious about receipt of the remaining 68.7% ex-gratia payment.' Read More09.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting resolving of conflicts in the field due to non-payment of wages of contract labourers:
'We believe that you would be aware of the situation in the field arising out of non-payment of wages to contract labourers for months together. There is unforeseen frustration and unrest among the contract labourers which has resulted in unwanted conflicts in the field units, where the field level executives are required to execute maintenance and other works.' Read More09.06.2020:
CHQ writes to DoT again on Extending the benefit of payment of compensation of Rs.10 lakhs to all employees of BSNL to cover death due to Covid -19 while discharging official duties:
'Extending the benefit of payment of compensation of Rs.10 lakhs to all employees of BSNL to cover death due to Covid -19 while discharging official duties ' Read More09.06.2020:
Allowing outdoor claims with the latest prescription:
Conceding our request dated 18.5.2020 [View CHQ letter] to allow outdoor claim with latest prescription available, BSNL CO has issued instructions allowing outdoor medical claims with latest prescriptions available which are not older than six months. View BSNL letter04.06.2020:
Option to change authorisation for deduction of membership subscription of union/association:
BSNL CO has issued instructions that the option to change or opt out authorisation for deduction of membership subscription from the salary is allowed from 16th June to 15th July 2020. View letter01.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting extension of time limit for submission of valid documentary proof for conversion of Residential Service Telephone to RE- BSNL category:
'But due to bulk retirement under BSNL VRS 2019, still a large number of retired employees are to get their ePPO issued by the concerned CCAs. Even those who have got their ePPO could not submit it for conversion into RE-BSNL category due to continuous lockdown since 24th March 2020.' Read More01.06.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting immediate clearing of all pending payments towards reimbursement of medical claims with voucher, without voucher and for indoor treatment:
'Health care benefits are of critical importance to most of the employees, both serving as well as retired. Ensuring wellness of the employees is one of the primary responsibilities of any Management. Non-payment of claims for reimbursement with voucher/without voucher and also for indoor treatment, for more than a year, has put the employees under severe financial and mental stress. The sufferings of the retired employees need not be over emphasized.' Read More28.05.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL requesting immediate payment of GSLI amount to those who retired under BSNL VRS 2019:
'Unfortunately, it has been reported that most of the VRS retirees have not received payment from the Scheme, even after lapse of four months. It is learnt that in many Circles, BSNL has not raised claim with the LIC of India for payment of the amount at credit of the members.' Read More28.05.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on allowing retention of quarters beyond 8 months in respect of recently retired BSNL employees:
'Due to the extra-ordinary situation of continuous lockdown due to COVID-19, no retired employee, retaining the quarters, could move out. Even if the lockdown is lifted, it may not be feasible for vacating the quarters and moving out in the near future due to safety concerns related to COVID-19, which is alarmingly increasing every day.' Read More28.05.2020:
Final seniority list in the grade of Executive Engineer (C) for executives absorbed in BSNL - post-VRS scenario:
BSNL CO has issued the updated, revised final seniority list in EE (C) grade as on 1.5.2020. View list26.05.2020:
DoT withdraws its OM dated 28.4.2020:
DoT virtually withdraws its OM dated 28.4.2020, wherein it had said that for those retiring in April 2020, retirement benefits be paid at old Dearness Relief as on 1.1.2020. Read More18.05.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL conveying disappointment and resentment of employees over non-payment of April salary:
The apathy of BSNL management in keeping its employees unpaid, even when BSNL employees have been rendering unfailing telecom services during the lockdown, risking their lives, is quite appalling. Read More18.05.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD BSNL on Modifications in the procedure for the outdoor medical claim for BSNL employees (serving / Retired) and requesting withdrawal of instructions:
Reducing the ceiling to 15 days will adversely affect the serving employees as well as the retired employees, as the cost of outdoor treatment including cost of medicines growing alarmingly very high every year. Apart from this, the order itself appears to have been issued in a hurry, without considering the objective of rolling out the BSNL MRS and previous orders issued under the scheme and without any dialogue with the stakeholders. Read More18.05.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD requesting allowing outdoor claim with the latest prescription available, in view of lockdown due to COVID-19:
We therefore request you to cause issue of instructions to all circles/units that claims with the latest available prescription may be allowed for such chronic illnesses, till the country exits from the COVID-19 lockdown. Read More12.05.2020:
Procedure for outdoor medical claim for BSNL employees (serving/retired):
BSNL CO has issued modification in the procedure for outdoor medical reimbursement to BSNL employees (Serving/Retired). View the letter12.05.2020:
Extension of last date for submission of e-apar for 2019-20:
BSNL CO has issued orders extending last date of submission of self appraisal through ESS portal upto 15th June 2020. View the letter07.05.2020:
Brief on COVID-19 impact and VRS expenditure for financial closure 2019-20:
'The cash collection during March was lower than expected by about Rs. 500 cr; however, no significant reduction in revenue generation is anticipated in post paid segments of Mobile, Landline, Broadband, FTTH and Enterprise. On the other hand, cost savings have been achieved due to better Electricity Board Supply availability, and resulting into saving of Fuel (Diesel) expense.' Read More06.05.2020:
Payment of leave encashment in respect of VRS 2019 optees whose vigilance clearance is withheld:
BSNL CO has clarified that the competent authority for sanctioning encashment of leave is required to examine each case individually and withhold leave encashment only in such cases where the amount recoverable exceeds the amount of gratuity and ex-gratia withheld. View the letter05.05.2020:
Extension of validity of BSNL MRS card for BSNL retired employees :
BSNL CO has issued instructions to circles for extending the validity of BSNL MRS card of BSNL retired employees upto 30.6.2020 or till further orders. View the letter04.05.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD regarding : Non-compliance of the Ministry of Home Affairs Orders on Preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 - Consolidated revised guidelines for protection and safety of employees/officers required to come to office:
'In this regard, we want to draw your kind attention to the fact that in some places above mentioned guidelines are not being followed strictly in field units. This may lead to unnecessarily putting the employees and officers to the danger of infection.' Read More01.05.2020:
Effective use of 'aarogyasetu' app for breaking the chain of transmission of COVID-19 :
BSNL CO has issued instructions for downloading 'Aarogyasetu' App on their mobile phones immediately and to follow the directions listed. View the letter30.04.2020:
BSNL endorses DoP&T OM on Preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 – Guidelines for protection and safety of Persons with Disabilities:
BSNL CO has endorsed DoP&T OM on Preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 – Guidelines for protection and safety of Persons with Disabilities. View the letter28.04.2020:
Freezing of dearness allowance to employees drawing CDA pay scales at current rates till July 2021:
DPE has endorsed the DoE OM dated 23.4.2020, to the administrative ministries for necessary action. View DPE OM28.04.2020:
CHQ writes to CMD regarding Preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 – Guidelines for protection and safety of Persons with Disabilities:
'We, therefore, request you to kindly cause endorsement of this DoP&T Order to the BSNL Circles/Units for information and necessary action as required.' Read More28.04.2020:
DoT issues instructions in respect of IDR increase w.e.f.1.4.2020 for BSNL pensioners:
DoT issues instructions for payment of increase in IDR w.e.f. 1.4.2020 for BSNL pensioners who retired prior to 1.4.2020. Those retiring in April will be paid at the old rates. View the DoT letter25.04.2020:
CHQ writes to Secretary DoT requesting extending the benefit of payment of compensation of Rs.10 lakhs to all employees of BSNL to cover death due to Covid -19 while discharging official duties:
'We draw your kind attention to the Department of Posts letter cited under reference, wherein provision has been made for payment of compensation of Rs.10 lakhs to all Departmental employees of Department of Posts and all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) succumbing to the disease while brought on duty.' Read More24.04.2020:
Centralised TR activities post-VRS:
BSNL CO has centralised/reorganised TR activities of all verticals for optimum utilisation of available manpower after VRS. View the letter23.04.2020:
Option for old/new tax regime for the purpose of TDS recovery:
BSNL CO has extended the last date for submission of option to 31st May 2020. View the letter22.04.2020:
Disclosure of below benchmark grading in ACR prior to the reporting period 2008-09:
DoP&T has reiterated that only such below benchmark ACRs prior to the reporting period 2008-09 need to be disclosed to the officer reported upon for his representation, as are reckonable for assessment of fitness in future DPCs. View the DoP&T letter22.04.2020:
TBP becoming due during tenure of deputation to other organisations/DoT:
BSNL CO has clarified that the service rendered under deputation with due approval of competent quthority qualifies for all service benefits in the parent cadre/organisation. View the letter21.04.2020:
Calling of option for new tax regime for the purpose of TDS recovery:
BSNL CO has called for option under Section 115 BAC of Income Tax Act 1961 for the purpose of TDS from salary, making it clear on the basis of CBDT circular dated 13.4.2020 [already published in this website] that the option can be changed by the employee at the time of filing of return of income and that if such intimation is not made, TDS will be made without considering the provisions of Section 115 BAC of the Act, [that is to say TDS will be made on the basis of old tax regime]. View the letter21.04.2020:
Extension of revalidation of BSNLMRS card for BSNL retired employees:
BSNL CO has extended revalidation of BSNLMRS card for BSNL retired employees of BSNL CO till 30.6.2020 or till further order, whichever is earlier. View the letter17.04.2020:
Revision of IDA w.e.f. 1.4.2020:
BSNL CO has endorsed DPE orders revising IDA w.e.f. 1.4.2020 to 160.7%. View the letter16.04.2020:
Extension of validity of BSNL MRS card:
GS today spoke to Director (HR) and requested him that a common order may be issued for extending the validity of BSNL MRS cards beyond 30.4.2020, in view of the lockdown due to COVID-19. Director (HR) has agreed to consider our request.15.04.2020:
Voluntary contribution by the employees of BSNL to PM CARES fund:
BSNL CO has requested contribution of one day salary (basic plus DA) by all executives and non-executives, towards PM CARES FUND. The contribution is purely voluntary and those employees who do not wish to contribute may intimate their unwillingness to the respective DDOs in writing before 25.4.2020. View the letter14.04.2020:
Interest rate for GPF accumulation drastically reduced:
Department of Economic Affairs has issued orders reducing the interest rate for GPF accumulations to 7.1% w.e.f. 1.4.2020. View CBDT letter13.04.2020:
Modifications in FTTH policy:
BSNL CO has circulated addition/alteration in the Open Policy for providing FTTH service the customers. View the letter09.04.2020:
Interest rate for GPF accumulation drastically reduced:
Department of Economic Affairs has issued orders reducing the interest rate for GPF accumulations to 7.1% w.e.f. 1.4.2020. View DoEA letter06.04.2020:
Postponement of relieving of executives/officers under transfer:
BSNL CO has issued instructions that no employee/officer under transfer should be relieved during the lockdown period. View the letter04.04.2020:
Increase in IDA w.e.f. 1.4.2020:
DPE has issued orders increase in IDA w.e.f. 1.4.2020 from 157.3% to 160.7%. View DPE letter31.03.2020:
Increase in IDA w.e.f. 1.4.2020:
According to calculations based on All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial workers for December 2019 (330), January 2020 (330) and February 2020 (328), IDA will increase w.e.f. 1.4.2020 by 3.4% from 157.3% to 160.7%.31.03.2020:
Extesnion of timelines for recording APAR of Group A, B and C officers of Central Civil Services:
DOP&T has issued fresh time schedule, as a one time measure, for reporting/reviewing APARs of the year 2019-20, in view of COVID-19 lockdown. View DOP&Tletter31.03.2020:
Counting of the limitation period for the diverse purposes under CCS (CCA) Rules 1965, CCS (Pension) Rules 1972:
DOP&T has conveyed the decision not to count the period of lockdown due to COVID-19, for the purposes of adherence to the prescribed timelines under these rules. View DOP&Tletter31.03.2020:
Retirement of Government servants on 31st March 2020:
DoP&T has clarified that the Government employees attaining the age of superannuation on 31.3.2020 shall retire from service on 31.3.2020 irrespective of whether they are working from home or office. View DOP&T letter26.03.2020:
Instructions regarding payment of ex-gratia:
BSNL CO has issued instructions to circles/units regarding payment of ex-gratia, explaining how calculations have been made keeping in view the funds allotted by the Government. View letter26.03.2020:
Welfare measures for workers of Central public sector enterprises during outbreak of covid-19:
DPE has asked all CPSEs to comply with the instructions contained in DO letter of Secretary, Ministry of Labour & Employment on the subject. View DPE letter23.03.2020:
Instructions regarding payment of VRS dues:
BSNL CO has issued instructions regarding payment of VRS dues, which includes "The amount that will be paid to the VRS optees shall be 31.3% of the gross provisional amount of ex-gratia." View letter23.03.2020:
BSNL employees Gratuity trust rules:
BSNL CO has issued instructions to ensure that the Gratuity is paid in the month of March 2020 in respect of employees who have retired under BSNL VRS 2019 and are eligible for Gratuity as per BSNL Employees Gratuity Trust Rules. View letter23.03.2020:
Emergency instructions in view of COVID 19:
BSNL CO has issued detailed instructions valid till 31st March 2020 unless until conveyed otherwise, while endorsing DPE OM dated 22.3.2020 on the subject. View letter23.03.2020:
Posting on promotion in the grade of DGM (T) - modification:
BSNL CO has issued revised posting orders in respect of 18 executives promoted to the grade of DGM (T) vide its orders dated 20.2.2020. View letter22.03.2020:
Preventive measures to achieve social distancing to contain spread of COVID-19 - relaxation in CCS (Leave) Rules 1972:
DoP&T has conveyed the approval of the competent authority to grant commuted leave without production of medical certificate to those officials who are above 50 years of age and have underlying conditions i.e. Diabetes, Respiratory problems, Renal diseases and other life-threatening illness, for a period upto 4th April 2020 so as to avoid unnecessary burden on the health care system. View DoP&T letter22.03.2020:
Policy for provision of GSM in lieu of residential service telephone connections/concessional telephone facilities to serving/retired employees of BSNL in areas declared :
BSNL CO has issued certain clarifications on the above subject. View letter19.03.2020:
Preventive measures to be taken to contain the spread of COVID19 by the Central Public Sector Enterprises:
DPE has circulated the DoP&T OM on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID19. View letter19.03.2020:
Post based roster in the grade of SDE (Arch) / AE (Arch):
BSNL CO has circulated post based roster in the grade of SDE (Arch) / AE (Arch) for the year 2019, duly inspected by the CLO (SCT), BSNL CO. View letter16.03.2020:
Provisional seniority list in JTO (Arch) grade as on 1.2.2020:
BSNL CO has circulated provisional seniority list in JTO (Arch) grade as on 1.2.2020. View letter12.03.2020:
Ex-gratia payment for BSNL VRS 2019 retirees:
BSNL CO has circulated DoT letter dated 16.1.2020 regarding Standard Operating Procedure for payment of ex-gratia to all BSNL VRS 2019 retirees for necessary action. View letter12.03.2020:
Attendance with I-card only:
BSNL CO has issued instructions for biometric attendance with I-card only, i.e without thumb impression for three months. View letter12.03.2020:
Tenure transfers in DE/AGM grade:
BSNL CO has issued orders of tenure transfers in DE/AGM grade. View letter06.03.2020:
Exemption to employees to mark biometrict attendance in Aadhar Based Biometric Attendance System:
DoP&T has requested all Ministries/Departments to exempt their employees from marking biometrict attendance in Aadhar Based Biometric Attendance System till 31st March 2020. However all the employees are required to mark their attendance in Attendance Register. View DoP&T letter06.03.2020:
Handing over the assets of CTTC, Kolkata:
BSNL CO has directed CGM WB circle to hand over assets of CTTC, Kolkata to CGM Kolkata, who will take necessary action to monetize the same. View letter04.03.2020:
Concept of RED policy 2020 under CM-S&D policy 2018:
BSNL CO has circulated the Retired Employee Distributor Policy 2020, to address the shortage of direct selling agent/sales persons and to make use of experienced BSNL VRS optees. View letter04.03.2020:
Recovery of over/excess payment due to wrong pay fixation of VRS optees:
BSNL CO has clarified that only such cases where the normal date of retirement on superannuation of the employee who has availed retirement under BSNL VRS falls within one year of the order of recovery, may be considered at par with the situation viz Recovery from retired employees, or employees who are due to retire within one year of the order of recovery mentioned in DoPT OM dated 2.3.2016. View letter24.02.2020:
Monetisation/retention of land parcel in BSNL:
BSNL CO has circulated the list of all properties and has requested the circles to check the property list and inform details of properties to be retained and any error or duplicity in the data. View letter24.02.2020:
GTI - Verification of options received for annual renewal of the scheme w.e.f.1.3.2020:
BSNL CO has circulated the details of online options received for annual renewal for information and verification by the individual optees. Executives who could not withdraw from the scheme during the online option due to personal reasons, may submit written representation to their DDOs and get themselves withdrawn from the scheme by contacting the ERP Core Team before 5 PM on 25.2.2020. View letter21.02.2020:
Promotion and postings in DGM (T) grade on adhoc basis:
BSNL CO has issued orders of promotion and postings in DGM (T) grade, for 195 executives. View orders21.02.2020:
Provisional Pension to VRS 2019 retirees:
BSNL CO has endorsed DoT orders on provisional pension to VRS 2019 retirees, along with ERP tool. View letter21.02.2020:
Requirement of APAR:
BSNL CO has requested APARs of 40 executives working in AGM (T) grade for the missing periods. View letter20.02.2020:
Retention of staff quarters by vrs retirees:
BSNL CO has clarified that requirement for submission of certificate for educational/medical ground may be disbursed with in respect of VRS 2019 retirees, for retention of quarters for the normal period of eight months. View letter19.02.2020:
Grant of vigilance clearance for obtaining passport:
DoP&T has clarified that Vigilance Clearance for obtaining passport can be withheld only under two circumstances, viz. the officer is under suspension; Chargesheet has been filed in a Court by the Investigating Agency in a criminal case or after grant of sanction by the Competent Authority under PC Act or any other criminal matter and taken cognizance of by the Court of Law. View DoP&T OM17.02.2020:
Special General Body Meeting of UP West Circle:
A Special General Body meeting of UP West Circle was held on 15.2.2020 under the Presidentship of Com.J.D.Sharma. Com.Janardan Yadav, Circle Secretary welcomed the gathering. GS Com.Rakesh Sethi, AGS Com.Sanjay Vishnoi, AGS Com.Nitin Kumar, CHQ Finance Secretary Com.V.K.Sharma, CHQ Editor Com.S.K.Bansal and Advisor Com.A.K.Sharma attended the meeting on behalf of CHQ. Members raised HR as well as organisational issues post-VRS and concerns about the future of BSNL and AIBSNLOA. In his elaborate speech, GS expressed hope that BSNL will successfully face the post-VRS situation and it will need some time to settle down. He emphasized continuation of AIBSNLOA with the same uniqueness as now and that the present CHQ setup will continue for the next six months and alternate arrangements will be made before that. AIBSNLOA has received support from its retired members in the past and all the office bearers and activists at all levels who have taken VRS will extend full support for functioning of AIBSNLOA effectively. All the associations have lost half of their membership and some sort of realignment will become unavoidable in the near future. Till such time, all of us can work together to increase the membership, he said. All the members present were in agreement with his views. Other HR issues were discussed in detail. The meeting ended with a note of new hope.17.02.2020:
Meeting with Director (F):
GS and other CHQ office bearers met Director (F) today and expressed serious concern over delay in payment of Leave Encashment, GPF accumulation and GSLI amount to the VRS retirees. We also brought to his notice that GPF and GSLI amounts have been paid by a few circles while other circles including BSNL CO have not disbursed the amount. GS explained that four steps are required to be taken, two by BSNL and two by the concerned CCA for release of GPF amount and in most cases the third step by BSNL for raising the bill is pending. Director (F) spoke to GM (CA) and directed him to take necessary action for release of GPF amount without further delay. He also assured that action will be taken for payment of GSLI amount at the earliest. In respect of Leave encashment it was said that LIC will be releasing the required funds only in March First week. We requested that all the pre-requisites for LIC releasing the fund should be completed by February end, so that there is no delay after release of fund by LIC.We also requested completion of all action by BSNL for payment of provisional pension without delay by the CCAs. Director (F) spoke to GM (Estt) and directed endorsing of the DoT OM immediately to all Circles for further action without delay.
GS also met GM (Estt) and GM (CA) separately and requested immediate action on these issues so that the suffering of the VRS retirees is mitigated.
16.02.2020:
Payment of provisional pension to VRS optees:
DoT has issued orders for payment of provisional pension for all BSNL and MTNL VRS 2019 retirees for a period of five months or till issue of PPO whichever is earlier. View letter16.02.2020:
Post office savings bank schemes and current interest rates:
BSNL CO has circulated the letter from Secretary, Department of Posts suggesting to DoT if a part of the retirement benefits can be invested in the POSB schemes instead of disbursing the whole amount to the retired officials. View letter12.02.2020:
BSNL VRS 2019 - Quantum of tax exemption available to VRS optee:
BSNL CO has circulated the relevant sections from Income Tax Rules and has reiterated that the VRS optee can claim exemption under section 10(10C) or relief uncer section 89, but not both. View letter11.02.2020:
BSNL VRS 2019 - Issue of last pay certificate:
DoT has issued instructions that Loans and advances mentioned in the Last Pay Certificate will have to be adjusted against Leave Encashment & Ex-gratia payable by BSNL and no dues would be recovered from Gratuity in respect of VRS 2019 optees. View orders10.02.2020:
Merger of Non-territorial circles:
BSNL CO has issued orders merging BRBRAITT Jabalput and Telecom Factories, Mumbai, Kolkata and Jabalpur with ALTTC, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh Circles respectively. View orders05.02.2020:
Group Term Insurance for BSNL Executives - guidelines for annual renewal of the scheme w.e.f. 1.3.2020:
The scheme is auto-renewable for the existing members with the same rate of premium. However the existing members can withdraw from the scheme by exercising their option to withdraw through ERP/ESS Portal. View orders04.02.2020:
Calling back to BSNL CO - PS/PA/Steno 'D' of erstwhile CSS cadre in BSNL CO on temporary transfer to circles:
BSNL CO has issued orders calling back erstwhile CSS cadre in BSNL CO on temporary transfer to circles. View orders04.02.2020:
Transfer and postings of Telecom Finance Executives:
BSNL CO has issued orders of transfer and postings in the grade of SAG/JAG/STS in Telecom Finance Stream. View orders03.02.2020:
Contingency plan for maintenance of network:
BSNL CO has conveyed approval of competent authority for fund allocation to meet the urgent requirement of expenditure on maintenance of BTS, CFA and OFC/Transmission networks till finalisation of outsourcing agency. View letter02.02.2020:
New tax regime will save hassle; not money:
FM Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday proposed to introduce new tax slabs with reduced rates for an annual income of upto Rs. 15 lakhs for those foregoing exemptions and deductions under a "simplified tax regime". The new system is however optional and will co-exist with the old one with three slabs and various exemptions and deductions. Read More
