26.07.2019:  

Our Pension Arrear 1st case OA2260/2017 was listed in PCAT court 1 sl no 51 today. But could not be heard due to shortage of time. It is now listed for hearing on Monday 29th July in same court 1 sl 42.

25.07.2019:   Meeting with DDG(Estt.) DOT:-  Com, Prahlad Rai ,General Secretary All India Retired BSNL Executive’ Welfare Association (AIRBSNLEWA) met with Sh.S.K.Jain ,DDG(Estt.) DOT and apprised him regarding newly elected CHQ body of AIRBSNLEWA in the 3^rd AIC held at Vijaywada (AP) ON 17^TH July -2019.Director(Estt) was also present there.

a)He requested DDG(Estt.) for the settlement of the Pension Revision of BSNL Pensioners. DDG(Estt.) and  Director(Estt.) informed that recently a letter from DOP&PW has been received wherein some queries have been made w.r.t. delinking of Pension Revision from Pay Revision. They mention that matter is under discussion in DOT and after the approval of the competent authority, reply will be sent to DOP&PW at the earliest. They further mentioned that at present as per existing rule the Pension Revision with Pay Revision only. The decision for delinking of Pension Revision from Pay Revision is to be taken at top level.

(b) Mapping of Pay Scales of 2^nd PRC with 7^th CPC Pay Scales for the purpose of CGHS Contributions Payment from BSNL:- We extended thanks for issuing the order and now BSNL Pensioners are getting CGHS Card without any difficulty.

(3) Payment of Pension Contribution on Actual Basic Pay instead of Maximum of the Pay:-  DDG(E) informed that DOE has asked some queries regarding Pension Contribution from MTNL and it is awaited from MTNL .He further mentioned that since the Pension Contribution in MTNL is being paid on actual Basic Pay ,thus there will be no refund case as it is in BSNL to refund Rs. 2000/= Crores.  

(4) Recovery from Pension by Pr. CCA Kolkatta against the Pay fixation in E2A Pay Scale on completion of 5 years of service:- Director (Estt.) informed that our Association letter along with the Pr.CCA Kolkatta letter has sent to BSNL for comments but the reply is still awaited. He assured to talk with the concern officer in BSNL for early reply. He assured an early action in this regard.

(5) Revival of BSNL/MTNL:- It is understood that after the GOM meeting, DOT has drafted a Cabinet Note on following points:-

(a) 4 G Spectrum Allocation to BSNL/MTNL through SPV Model. Govt. will bear the spectrum fee.

(b) VRS to BSNL/MTNL employees after the age of 50 years and above. Roll out of age from 60to 58 years w.e.f.1.1.2020.

(c) Monetization of BSNL/MTNL land and assets.

(d) Merger of BSNL/MTNL etc.

.2019: 

AIRBSNLEWA held its 3rd All India Conference at Hotel Swarna Palace, Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh on 17th July 2019. 98 delegates from different part of country attended the conference. The conference was graced by the newly elected President and General Secretary  of AIBSNLEA Coms Subhasis Mitra and Shivakumar. Com A K Kaushik and Com Yadav from MTNL was also present at the meeting. The conference started at 10.00Hrs and continued upto 19.00 Hrs. All the important issue of the pensioners were discussed in details and future plan worked out. Com Kishan Singh and Com Prahlad Rai has been elected as President and General Secretary respectively. The details will be uploaded shortly.

Complete list of New CHQ Body

1. Chief Mentor                    Shri M K Bagchi  MTNL Delhi
2. Legal Consultant            Shri A K Kaushik MTNL Delhi                

19.07.2019:      6th All India Conference,  Vijayawada - AIBSNLEA

Elections for the new body held unanimously. The complete list of the Central Office Bearers and  Auditor  is as mentioned below:

AIRBSNLEWA Extends its Congratulation and well wishes to new Central Office Bearers:

.2019: 

Com Gangadhara Rao GS AIBSNLPWA and his teammates along with Coms M K Bagchi and S S Nanda of RTOWA MTNL Delhi had a meeting with Hon'ble MOC on pension revision issue. This meeting took place due to extra ordinary efforts of Com Gangadhara Rao and others with the help of Sh. Prahlad Joshi Hon'ble Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and 4th time MP from Hubli. Karnataka.

As per the report received, the Minister was angry at the beginning on the recent status of BSNL/MTNL and expressed his annoyance in strong words. But due to calculative approach of Com Gopalkrishnan, who played the main role IN discussion, minister calmed down and heard the problems of pensioners. At some point of time he even asked some questions for which proper reply was given by the delegation. At the end he assured the delegation and remarked "I WILL TAKE CARE OF IT".

Now let us wait for his action....    <<The Letter Submitted>>

.2019: 

By the sincere efforts taken by our AGS Com K Jairam, AP Circle Branch of AIRBSNLEWA formed yeasterday in a meeting held at Vijaywada. Com Panduranga Rao also took initiative in formation of the body and was present in the meeting.  Following are the office bearers:

President:           Com Keshava Rao Ex DGM F
Vice President:  Com M Venugopal Ex SDE
Circle Secretary Com A Koteswara Rao Ex DGM
A C S                     Com M Panakala Rao   Ex SDE
FinancialSecy     M N R Chandrasekar    Ex JAO

.2019: 

Our Pension Arrear 1st case (OA 2260/2017) was listed for hearing on 24-4-2019 in PCAT New Delhi. But in the causelist it was not allotted to any bench that day and was mentioned as later on. Subsequently on 17-5-2019, it was listed in court no 4 (single bench) just for adjournment. Next date fixed as 26-7-2019.*
 

18.02.2019: 

Executives           With Voucher       Without voucher   Indoor
Non Executives   With Voucher       Without voucher   Indoor
 

18.02.2019: 

It is a do or die situation - AUAB calls on the employees to organise the 3 strike massively.
The AUAB held it's crucial meeting today. General Secretaries / senior leaders of BSNLEU, NFTE, AIBSNLEA, SNEA, AIGETOA, BSNL MS, ATM, TEPU and BSNL OA participated. The meeting reviewed the preparations going on throughout the country for the 3 day strike. All the General Secretaries gave their reports on the preparations. It is very encouraging to note that, excellent preparations are going on. Especially, the momentum has picked up tremendously in the last 2 days.

After considering all the factors, the meeting unanimously decided to go ahead with the strike. The strike starts from midnight (00:00 hrs.) today. If any clarification is required, comrades are requested to contact their respective General Secretaries.

AIRBSNLEWA EXTENDS FULL SUPPORT TO THE AGITATION AND REQUEST ITS MEMBERS TO JOIN THE DEMONSTRATIONS.

12.02.2019:  Pers. Cell of BSNL Corporate office, New Delhi issued letter regarding calling of objections/errors/omissions w.r.t. seniority list of TES Gr B circulated vide this office order dated 07.08.2018 and 08.08.2018, as per Rule 206- <<<Click here for letter>>>

The details of referred letters dated 07.08.2018 and 08.08.2018 are as under>>>>>>>>>>

07.08.2018:  BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi issued revision of Seniority List of TES Group- 'B' in compliance of Hon'ble Supreme Court Judgment dated 21.01.2015 and 14.12.2017 in Civil Appeal No (s) 4389 of 2010.

<<<Click here for letter>>>     

<<<Annexure-A>>>        <<<Annexure-B>>>    <<<Annexure-C>>>    <<<Annexure-D>>>  

<<Click here for corrigendum letter dated 08.08.2018 of Pers Cell of BSNL CO>>>

ALL CONCERNED ARE REQUESTED TO ACT ACCORDINGLY AND SUBMIT OBJECTIONS IF ANY WITHIN 15 DAYS WITH A COPY TO THIS ASSOCIATION.

01.02.2019: 

Post Cards are to be purchased by individuals and after hand writing the  text to be dispatched to PM's Office address immediately.

Sir,
I joined C G Service in DOT but retired from BSNL and now drawing Govt. Pension. Revision of Pension is due from1-1-2017 (once in 10 years).

Please instruct to revise my pension as per 7th CPC fitment formula.

Regards

............................ (Name)
Govt Pensioner BSNL 
......................................(Address)
......................................
......................................

To be sent to:

Sh Narendra Modi ji
Prime Minister of India
South Block
New Delhi 110001

01.02.2019:  AUAB served notice to Secy(T), DoT & CMD, BSNL for three days strike w.e.f. 18th Feb., 2019 ....<<<Click here for notice>>>

Charter of demands for the 3 day strike from 18.02.2019>>>>>

6. a) Approval for BSNL's Land Management Policy without any delay.
6. b) Expeditiously complete the mutation and the process of transferring of all assets to BSNL, as per the Cabinet decision taken on the eve of the formation of BSNL.

7. (a) Ensure financial viability of BSNL, as per the decision taken by the Group of Ministers, at the time of formation of BSNL.
7. (b) Issue letter of comfort for BSNL's proposals for taking bank loans.
7. (c) Expeditiously fill up all vacant post of BSNL Board of Directors.

8. Scrap BSNL's outsourcing for the operation and maintenance of it's mobile towers.

30.01.2019: 

Regarding 4G spectrum allocation to BSNL, AST mentioned that the queries made by DOE & Niti Aayog have been replied by BSNL and on that basis the matter will be discussed in the Digital Commission Meeting which is scheduled to be held on 5th Feb., 2019, along with 4G spectrum allocation proposal, the revival plan of BSNL including monetization of BSNL non-core land will also be discussed. After approval of Digital Commission, it will be taken up in the Cabinet for approval.

Replies received from BSNL for the payment of pension contribution on actual basic pay will be send to DoE after the clearance of Internal Finance of DoT.

The issue of pension revision, delinking from pay revision, AUAB representatives demanded 15% fitment since the pension contribution has already been paid to DoT by BSNL.

Regarding anomaly on pension revision for the BSNL pensioners retiring after 01/01/2017, AST directed DDG(Estt.) to have separate discussion with the leaders of AUAB to prepare the formula for pension revision. Accordingly AUAB leaders had separate discussion with DDG(Estt.) on pension revision & decided to submit the formula for pension revision of post retiring 01/01/2017 BSNL pensioners shortly.

17.01.2019: 

As per the decision taken in the AUAB meeting held yesterday, representatives of the AUAB, viz., Com. Com.P.Abhimanyu, GS, BSNLEU & Convenor, Com.Chandeshwar Singh, GS, NFTE & Chairman, Com. K. Sebastin, GS, SNEA and Com. Prahlad Rai, GS, AIBSNLEA, met Shri Anshu Prakash, Additional Secretary, Telecom, today. The representatives conveyed him the decision of the AUAB meeting held yesterday. They told the Additional Secretary, Telecom, in no uncertain terms that, the employees are unhappy that not much progress is made in the 3rd Pay Revision issue. They also informed him that the AUAB will be compelled to give call for the strike, since not much time is left for the Parliament elections. The Additional Secretary, Telecom, informed that he would hold a meeting with the AUAB next week in which crucial discussion would be held in respect of the issue of 3rd Pay Revision.

WE WHOLEHEARTEDLY SUPPORT THE STAND TAKEN BY THE AUAB

17.01.2019: 

However, the meeting came to the conclusion that, no substantial progress has come on the issues of 3rd Pay Revision and Pension Revision. The meeting also came to the assessment that the time available for the settlement of demands is only upto February, 2019 and that the announcement for Parliament elections may come any time in March, 2019. Once the elections are announced, the Code of Discipline will also come into effect and no demand could be settled thereafter.

In view of the above reasons, the meeting decided to convey to the government that, the AUAB would be compelled to give call for the strike. The meeting also decided that the AUAB should meet the Additional Secretary, Telecom, in person, and communicate this.

Left out items of 2nd PRC :At the end of the meeting, the Addl. Secretary(T), DoT suggested that the AUAB representatives could again meet him next week. In addition to that left out items of 2nd PRC, Director(HR) BSNL informed that the BSNL Management is taking necessary action to enhance the superannuation benefits from 5% to 8%. 

.01.2019: 

The meeting of Retired Executives’ of AIBSNLEA was arranged in Elders Citizen Council Hall, J.L.Puram, Mysore on 17-12-2018 at 14.00 hrs. Around 15-20 members were present in the meeting and Com Prahlad Rai, General Secretary, AIBSNLEA CHQ and chief mentor AIRBSNLEWA addressed the house and appealed the retired members to form an association. The first branch of AIRBSNLEWA, Mysore TD in Karnataka Circle has been formed with the following office bearers of the association in the presence of General Secretary, AIBSNLEA CHQ New-Delhi.

Meeting concluded with vote of thanks.

03.12.2018: 

                        DOT  TAKES A DECISION TO DELINK THE PENSION REVISION OF BSNL PENSIONERS FROM PAY REVISION OF EMPLOYEES AND REVISE THE PENSION AS PER 7TH CPC ORDER.
CONGRATULATIONS: Here is the good news for which all the BSNL pensioners are waiting for. It is reliably learnt that DOT has taken a policy decision to delink the pension revision of BSNL Pensioners from Pay Revision of BSNL Employees. They have also decided to revise the pension as per 7th CPC recommendation. The proposal is already under process with DOP&PW. More clear picture is expected today after meeting with MOSC which is scheduled at 10-00 hrs,

AIRBSNLEWA has been striving hard since last 2 years to achieve this vital issue for BSNL Pensioners. We have written number of letters to Prime Minister, Minister of Communication, Secretary DOT and other officers demanding our pension revision as per 7th CPC and DOP&PW order dated 4th August 2016 . Number of RTI applications were filed with DOT and DOP&PW asking applicability of para 2 and para 7a of the said order dated 4th August 2016 for BSNL/MTNL pensioners. All such activities has been uploaded in our website from time to time.

Recently we have submitted a letter to MOC and DOT with detailed analysis of 7th CPC recommendations for pensioners and claimed that when all the recommendations except pension revision and minimum pension has already been implemented for BSNL pensioners, why pension revision also will not be done as per 7th CPC recommendations, We have submitted memorandum to at least six  MPs with all such details. We are grateful that the MPs also in turn has realized our demand and wrote to the MOSC recommending our pension revision as per 7th CPC. This has also been uploaded in our website from time to time.

The recently formed Committee of BSNL/MTNL Pensioners Associations has also submitted a joint letter to Secretary DOT on the same line and organised hunger strike on 22nd Nov at New Delhi and many other places. This initiative was taken mainly by AIBSNLPWA and its GS Com P Gangadhara Rao and other eminent leaders. RTOWA (Pensioner Association of MTNL) is also very much after this demand. We sincerely expect that once it is finally settled for BSNL the same will also be applied to MTNL pensioners also.

 We are also thankful to AUAB. But for their strike notice the issue could have been dragged by DOT for years. Their strike notice has certainly added to the pressure on DOT in taking this vital policy decision.

Finally we are extremely grateful to AIBSNLEA and its GS Com Prahlad Rai who is also our Chief Mentor. They have all along supported this vital issue and made constant negotiations.

Now let us wait for the final order. We have uploaded this Flash news with all details, just to recapitulate the actions taken so far.
 

02.12.2018:   Secy(T), DoT Meeting with AUAB held today : Talks between the AUAB and the Secretary (T), DoT were held today the 02^nd Dec., 2018. Improvements are there in the issues of 4G Spectrum, Pension Revision and pension contribution. However, dead lock in prevailing in the issue of 3^rd Pay Revision. With a view to ensure discussion with the Hon'ble MOS(C) on this issue, the AUAB decides to defer the strike for one week. If fruitful outcome does not come in the meeting with the Hon'ble MOS(C), the strike will start from 00.00 Hrs.  on 10^th Dec., 2018.

<<<AUAB Letter of deferment to Secy(T), DoT & CMD BSNL>>>>

<<<Director (PSU-I), Dot letter to AUAB leaders>>>>

02.12.2018: 

In view of this, it is requested to all the Circle/ District Secretaries to ensure for the successful implementation of the indefinite strike

.11.2018: 

As mentioned in the PCAT mischievously, The OA filed by the Armchair people is not similar to our case. They have challenged both the DOT orders dated 10-06-2013 and 18-07-2016 while in our case we asked only a modification of DOT order dated 18-07-2016. They have asked pay arrears also from 1-1-2007 along with pension arrears but we prayed only for pension arrears. We made only DOT and BSNL respondents but their case have 5 respondents, DOT, BSNL, DOP&PW, DPE & DOE. The argument and justification of their OA and our OA is also completely different. Moreover Our OA has completed the reply and rejoinder episodes, where as there OA is just admitted.

As is apparent from above, according to our view their OA will consume more time as now 5 respondents have to submit their reply then rejoinders have to be submitted for all five replies, This itself will take years. Then as because pay arrears also have been prayed which is to be paid by BSNL and for which the existing serving employees are also eligible, it will not be easy for the court to decide the issue and may invite more arguments which will again consume more time. Whereas our case now is now listed for final hearing that is only final arguments and Judgment is pending. Incidentally in this OA they have 118 applicants in which pensioners retired after 10-06-2013 is also there only for pay arrears <<List>>. The advocate of DOT, who was sure of loosing our OA, now deliberately wanted to tag it with their case so that our case also gets stuck up with them and face uncertainty.

It is irony of fate that once they called our case "The Height of Absurdity" and now are desperate to tag their case with our "Absurd" case and thereby spoil our case along with them, But we shall ensure that their game plan is nipped in the bud.

.11.2018: 

Marvelous  and well organized  Special General body meeting  of  “ALL INDIA RETIRED BSNL EXECUTIVES’ WELFARE ASSOCIATION” UP(East)  Circle  was held on 23rd November 2018  at Committee Hall , Telecom Officers Colony Chandralok  Lucknow  in presence of our chief guest of the day Com Amit Gupta AGS, Com Pradip Goyel AGS & Com D.N.Verma CHQ Org. Secy. Hundreds of BSNL pensioners  from Lucknow district , Faizabad & Hardoi has attended the meeting which lasted for more than 05 hours. The Committee Hall was jam packed.

Two minutes silence was observed to pay homage to late Comrade A.K.Singh than Circle Secretary AIBSNLEA UP(East) Circle.

Meeting started with the opening remark of Com S.M.Abbas  Circle President and he welcomed our CHQ leaders, Guest & Mentor Com A.K.Verma Circle Secretary AIBSNLEA UP(East) Circle & all members of Association.

Com Pallab Bose Circle Secretary apprised the members that “AIRBSNLEWA” is the only Association who had sincerely pursued the 60:40 pensions sharing with BSNL, and 78.2% IDA merger issues of retired executives of BSNL at CHQ level. He told that only our Association AIRBSNLEWA had initially raised 60:40 pensions sharing issues.

After continuous struggle of AIBSNLEA and AIRBSNLEWA, the 60:40 sharing provision from pension Rule has also been withdrawn after great efforts. It has strengthened the way for future pension revision of BSNL Pensioners. It is a great achievement of AIBSNLEA & AIRBSNLEWA.

Pallab Bose Circle Secretary conveyed gratitude to Com Kishan Singh GS & Com Amit Gupta AGS for their foresightedness and bringing into light the 60:40 cabinet decision through series of RTIs.

 Com. Amit Gupta AGS apprised the House in detail about CHQ activities regarding ;

1. Pension revision as per 7th CPC.

               2.Change in Pension Payment system of BSNL retirees by DOT.

               3.Delay in Medical Bill Reimbursement for the pensioners.

4. Present status of the court cases

Com. Amit Gupta further apprised the house in details the collective efforts of AIBSNLEA and AIRBSNLEWA in settling the burning problems of BSNL Pensioners and assured to continue the efforts for actual payment of 78.2% fitment benefit w.e.f. 01.01.2007 on actual basis. 

Com A.K.Verma Circle Secretary AIBSNLEA UP(East) Circle apprised the house regarding 3rd PRC  and forthcoming Agitational programme w.e.f. 3rd December 2018. Com. Verma assured that AIBSNLEA will extend its full support to our Association AIRBSNLEWA UP East Circle. 

Com Pradip Goyel AGS, Com D.N.Verma CHQ Org. Secretary,Com C.S.Verma Circle Finance Secretary, Com P.K.Raje Circle Org. Secretary, Com R.J.Pandey Lucknow Dist. President, Com S.S.Shukla Faizabad dist. Secretary, Com S.P.Misra Ex CS AIBSNLEA UPE are also addressed the meeting.

Com S.M.Abbas Circle President thanked his team especially Com Pallab Bose  Circle Secretary, Com C.S.Verma Finance secretary, Com Praveen Kumar Raje, Com S.C.Yadav  DS Lucknow & Com Ravindra Babuta  Finance Secretary Lw dist.for organizing the meeting.

Com Pallab Bose  Circle Secretary, conveyed his sincere thanks to Com Amit Gupta AGS Com Pradeep goyel AGS, Com D.N.Verma CHQ Organizing Secretary and Com A.K.Verma Circle Secretary AIBSNLEA UP(East) for sparing their valuable time and attended our meeting at Lucknow.

Com Bose also thanked his team especially Com Praveen Kumar Raje Circle Org. Secy, for organizing the meeting in a beautiful manner.

Twelve  new members joined our association in this meeting  The Special General body meeting ended with a vote of thanks by Circle President. National Anthem.

At the end of session all members of AIRBSNLEWA UP (E) had a delicious snacks with Chief guest Com Amit Gupta AGS, our mentor & CS AIBSNLEA UPE Com A.K.Verma along our CHQ leaders.  <<Glimpses>>

13.11.2018: 

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28.10.2018:  Proposed AUAB Meeting with Secy(T), DoT: Today morning at 10.30 AM Secy(T), DoT hold a meeting with CMD BSNL, Director(HR) & GM(SR) wherein Secy(T) wanted to discuss the demands of AUAB with General Secretaries of AUAB but all the GSs were not available at Delhi  thus the next meeting is fixed upon 2^nd Nov., 2018 at 17.00Hrs in DoT with Secy(T), DoT.

DoT recommendations on payment of pension contributions on actual basic pay of BSNL employees will be send to DOE for clearance shortly. Pension revision of BSNL pensioners is also under active consideration. Secy(T) DoT  advised CMD BSNL &  Director(HR), BSNL Board to inform this status to all the leaders of AUAB. Secy(T) will be on tour from 29^th Oct.,, 2018 to 1^st Nov., 2018 thus the meeting is fixed up on 2^nd Nov., 2018.  <<<<Click here for the appeal of GM(SR), BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi>>>>

GB Meeting Of Delhi Circle

A well organized GB Meeting of Delhi Circle of AIRBSNLEWA was held on 24-10-2018 at Kidwai Bhawan under the chairmanship of Com. A K Nandi V. P. Com. Shiv Kumar President and Com. Prahlad Rai GS,  AIBSNLEA and our Chief Mentor were the guests. Com. Kishan Singh GS apprised the House about CHQ activities regarding:-

1.     1)Pension revision as per 7th CPC.

       2)Change in Pension Payment system of BSNL retirees by DOT.

3.     3)Delay in Medical Bill Reimbursement for the pensioners.

Com GS also informed the house that AIRBSNLEWA has written to other Pensioner Associations on above issues and requested them to join in a common platform of pensioners. AIBSNLPWA has responded and a joint meeting is being organized on 21^st Nov at New Delhi. It is expected that other associations will also respond and join the meeting to have a broad based unity amongst pensioners. He also asked the members to join the Hunger Strike at BSNL CO on 22^nd Nov being organized by AIBSNLPWA and RTOWA ND.

Com. Shiv Kumar in his address informed house that he along with Com. Prahlad Rai GS and Kishan Singh have met M (F), M(S), DDG(Estt.) and Dir(SU) for settlement of pay revision & pension revision. President & GS AIBSNLEA had also met MOSC for in connection with pay and pension revision and other related issues a few days Back. MOSC assured to look in to the case very soon. 

Com. Prahlad Rai addressed the house and informed in details how sincerely Pay & Pension revision issues are being perused in DoT by him. He also told the imitational program of AUAB from 30/10/2018 onward and appealed all members to join hands in these activities in maximum numbers and assured to continue his support in future.

Com Kishan Singh thanked Sh. Shiv Kumar & Sh. Prahlad Rai for their gracious presence in meeting and their sincere efforts and support in pensioner’s issues. He also thanked Sh. R.D. Arora CS Delhi and Sh. K.M Goyal treasurer for excellent arrangements for GB Meeting.

Meeting was Concluded by vote of thanks to all by Sh. A K Nandi V.P.   <<<Glimpses>>>

23.10.2018:  Meeting with Director (PSU) DOT:

GS & President AIBSNLEA met Director (PSU), DOT and discussed regarding

A) Implementation of 3^rd PRC in BSNL:  Director (PSU) confirmed that the BSNL proposal for 3^rd PRC with 15% fitment benefit is being returned to BSNL for re-examination on the basis of the queries made by the Internal Finance of DOT. He further mentioned that this proposal will be sent back to BSNL within this week only.

23.10.2018:   Meeting with DDG (Estt)   DOT:

GS & President AIBSNLEA met DDG (Estt), DOT and discussed regarding

A) Pension Revision: They requested the DDG (Estt), DOT for the Pension Revision of BSNL Pensioners by delinking the Pay Revision as the Pension of BSNL Pensioners is also being paid under CCS (CCA) Pension Rules 1972 as Govt. Pension. DDG (Estt) mentioned that the BSNL Pensioners Pension is being paid as per the CCS (CCA) Pension Rules 1972 but there is no mention about the Pension Revision. Govt. Pensioners Pension is being revised along with the Pay Revision as the practice. Similarly the BSNL Pensioners Pension Revision was also made along with the Pay Revision of BSNL Employees on implementation of 2^nd PRC. At present 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL is under consideration in DOT and after the Pay Revision only the Pension can be revised. This stand has been taken by the Establishment Cell of DOT.

B) Payment of Pension contribution on Actual basic pay instead of Maximum of the Pay:  DDG (Estt) informed that n the meeting held on 17.10.2018, Hon'ble MOSC(IC) has directed the Member (Finance) to look in to the matter. Thus some early decision is expected in this regard.

C) CGHS Medical Facilities to BSNL Pensioners: They appraised the DDG (Estt) that in some Circles where the BSNL Pensioners have applied to switch over to CGHS Medical facility from BSNL MRS are not being allowed by the respective Circle Medical Authorities on the pretext that the Head of Account has not been mentioned in the PPO. The same has been clarified by the respective Circle CCAs and the Head of Accounts is also given but the Medical Authorities wants a copy of the letter of DOT Budget Cell. We requested DDG (Estt) to settle the issue. DDG (Estt) advised us to give a letter in this regard for necessary action. We will submit the Letter shortly. 

22.10.2018:  Meeting with PGM (Admn.) BSNL CO:  

Com Prahlad Rai and GS, FS of AIRBSNLEWA met PGM (Admn.) BSNL C.O. ND and discussed to issue correct eligibility criterion order of BSNL Pensioners for medical claim by considering April -2018 IDA instead of April -2016. After April -2016 the necessary order for eligibility of medical claim for BSNL Pensioners has not been issued by BSNL CO. As a result in ERP the limit for with voucher cases are calculated with April 2016 IDA only. PGM (Admn) after some discussions assured to look into the matter.

(b) Allotment of funds to settle the medical claims of BSNL serving employees and Pensioners:  We expressed our concern against the non- reimbursement   of medical claims of BSNL serving employees and BSNL Pensioners. PGM (Admn) mentioned that due to the financial constraints the funds have not been released. However, the matter is expected to  be resolved in the next month as Dir Finance is making all out effort to avail loan from Bank on the basis of Letter of Comfort to be obtained from DOT.

09.10.2018AIBSNLEA Meeting with Shri Manoj Sinha Ji, Hon'ble Minister of State for Communications (I/C), Govt. Of India:  GS, President, AGS (Fin) and AGS(DR) met with  Hon'ble MOSC (IC) Shri Manoj Sinha Ji for early settlement of various issues viz. (i)   Implementation of 3rd PRC with 15% fitment benefit in BSNL(ii) Revision of pension of BSNL Pensioners (iii) Payment of pension contribution on actual basic Pay (iv) Allocation of 4G spectrum to BSNL (v) Payment of pension through  existing Banking CPCs instead of CCA

Hon'ble Minister  mentioned that BSNL should have serious approach towards Its Revival. BSNL has to grab the opportunity through "BSNL Wings" and FTTH connections and increase its revenue as finally burden will come only on BSNL. BSNL should increase its CFA customer base from 1 crore to 1.5 crore during next 8 months to increase its revenue. In mobile segment there is stiff competition.   We insisted that about 20 lakhs people dependent on BSNL and are watching with hope towards Hon'ble Minister. We requested that Hon'ble Minister can only decide the fate of these 20 lakh people as approach of Bureaucracy is always as per line of rule book.

After detailed discussions, Hon'ble Minister assured that after arrival of Secretary (T) from US tour on 14.10.2018, he will hold a meeting with Secretary (T) and CMD, BSNL. Unions and Associations   may also be invited for aforesaid meeting and try to resolve issues at earliest. On our pleading Hon'ble Minister assured to give good news within this month itself.

We provided all  the letters addressed to Hon'ble MOSC (IC) on above issues which he marked to Shri Saket Kumar , PS, (IAS) to conduct above meeting .

.09.2018: 

Not satisfied with the reply our AGS submitted a RTI application on 9th July 2018. Following is the reply received after 2 months on 20-9-2018      <<RTI Reply>>

Thus it can be seen that DOT is in process of changing the pension payment system but not ready to disclose the information even under RTI. But from the reply it is clear that once the software PFMS or CPMS is implemented, pension will be disbursed by CCAs and life certificates are also to be submitted to CCAs. It is mentioned that the Life certificates may be sent by post but in our opinion this is a casual reply as we know very well that it can never be sent by post for authenticity. Further DOT has taken such decision without discussion with any of the pensioners Associations. In our opinion the pensioners will be put into following difficulties in the new system.

• 1) All pensioners have to attend CCA offices or camp offices for submitting the life certificates. Presently we are submitting the same to the banks of our vicinity leisurely during whole month of November. Bank officers even visit our places where pensioners are bed ridden on our request. In the new system such convenience will surely be un available. The CCA offices are in the capital cities. what will happen to the pensioners settled in villages, districts etc.

2) Our experience about the behavior of the employees are not comfortable. They took months and years to settle the issues. Whereas in Banks we get prompt reply if posted to their customer cells. For 78.2 IDA fixation case even today cases are pending with CCA offices. Our IDA is being revised every quarterly. At present Banks are implementing it on the same month. But if CCAs disburse our pension, then it is sure that every time we have to struggle for implementation. Furthermore for all such persuasions, pensioners have to travel to the CCA offices and they will be attended if the concerned official is available and in a good mood to hear the problem.

Present system of Pension Payment is stable system and developed over the years. We don't find it necessary to change it. We shall protest the proposed change and request all to protest. Pensioners submitting KYP forms to CCAs must mention that they want pension from Banks or POs and not from CCAs.

05.09.2018

<<<<Click here for the reply received from Shri N Sivasailam, Special Secretary, DoT>>>>

30.08.2018: 

Today we received following two emails from the office of Pr CCA Kolkata.

29.08.2018:  Meeting with Advisor Finance, DoT: Com Prahlad Rai met Advisor Finance DOT and discussed regarding denial of First time bound promotion received by BSNL executives of CTD after 5 years by office of Pr CCA, Kolkata causing reduction of pension and pensionary benefits of retired BSNL executives. After going through our letter advisor finance immediate spoke with Pr CCA Kolkata and advised her to consider the representation given by the association on the basis of EPP provisions. Pr CCA Kolkata assured an early action in this regard.

Implementation of 3^rd PRC with 15% benefit, payment of pension contribution on actual basic and revisions of pension of BSNL pensioners. we also informed that BSNL Board's proposal on implementation of 3^rd PRC is under consideration with DDG (Fin .), DoT.  Advisor Finance during discussions mentioned that he will discuss the matter with DDG (Fin) for an early clearance but there is feeling among the DOT officers that pension of BSNL pensioners should not be more than pension of DOT pension. Otherwise there was no use of absorption of DOT employees of BSNL. We pleaded that BSNL employees after technical resignation joined BSNL under the assurance of Govt. Pension under Rule 37 A.

.08.2018:  

Member services has fixed up the meeting with AIBSNLEA on 4^th September 2018 to discuss regarding payment of pension contribution on actual basic on BSNL pensioners and revision of pension of BSNL pensioners. 

.08.2018: 

DOT in its reply said that " it is self evident based upon the background material refereed thein" <<view the reply>>

And DOP&PW in its reply said "Obviously , these orders are not applicable to those pensioners who are drawing pension in the IDA pay scale"  <<view the reply>>

02.08.2018: 

DOP&PW vide its letter no 4/1/2018 -P&PW(D) dated 4-7-18 informed that its memo dated 4-8-2016 (order for pension revision) is for those C G Pensioners who retired on CDA scale and its para 2.1 & 7(A) is for those who are in PSU and drawing PRO-RATA pension. <<Read underlined lines in page 1 & 2>>

Com Amit Kumar Gupta our AGS in his RTI application dated 9-7-18 asked for the documents/orders/note sheets where Govt has decided that the memo dated 4-8-16 is applicable to only those absorbee pensioners who retired from CDA scale and drawing PRO-RATA pension.  <<<RTI dated 9-7-18>>

DOP&PW vide diary no 260/IFC/2018 dated 27-07-2018 transfered the RTI application to DOT for compliance. Which obviously proves that DOP&PW do not have any such document which can prove its pension revision order is only for CDA retirees and not for IDA retirees. Now let us see what DOT replies. << DOP&PW reply 27-7-18>>   

.07.2018: 

Marvelous  and well organized General body meeting  of  “ALL INDIA RETIRED BSNL EXECUTIVES’ WELFARE ASSOCIATION” UP(East)  Circle  was held on 27^th July 2018  at “HOTEL  SILVETE” Lucknow  in presence of our AGS Com. Pradip Goyel & CHQ Organizing Secy. Com D.N.Verma,  Hundreds of BSNL pensioners  from Lucknow district has attended the meeting which lasted for more than four hours.

Meeting started with the opening remark of Com S.M.Abbas. Circle President and he welcomed all members of Association. Com Pallab Bose Circle Secretary apprised the members that “AIRBSNLEWA” is the only Association who had sincerely pursued the 60:40 pensions sharing with BSNL, and 78.2% IDA merger issues of retired executives of BSNL at CHQ level. He told that only our Association AIRBSNLEWA had initially raised 60:40 pensions sharing issues. He mentioned that today many associations are claiming the credit of achieving the demands but in reality they did nothing about it.

After continuous struggle of AIBSNLEA and AIRBSNLEWA, the 60:40 sharing provision from pension Rule has also been withdrawn after great efforts. It has strengthened the way for future pension revision of BSNL Pensioners. It is a great achievement of AIBSNLEA & AIRBSNLEWA.

On behalf of AIRBSNLEWA UP (East) Circle we conveyed our gratitude to Com Kishan Singh GS & CHQ specially Com Amit Gupta AGS for his foresightedness and bringing into light the 60:40 cabinet decision through series of RTIs.

Com Bose further told that after the implementation of 78.2% fitment formula, not a single working employees association (including those of non-executives) protested for non-payment of pay arrears between 1st January, 2007 and 12th June, 2013, let alone seek for legal help.

AIRBSNLEWA, too, followed this principle and avoided this portion of pay arrears while seeking legal help through Principal CAT and 9th August 2018 has been fixed for Final Judgment hearing.

But, strangely, other retired executives association also included this in their plea for justice on non-payment of arrears. After being shown door by both Supreme Court and High Court, now they are dejected, perplexed and wandering aimlessly.

Com Bose informed that DOT has confirmed in writing to our AGS Com AMIT GUPTA in reference to his RTI enquiry that there will be no pension revision before 3RD PRC implementation in BSNL/MTNL. 

Circle Secretary told that after consistent persuasions by our CHQ , “Grievance Redressal Cell” for BSNL has been formed and he requested all PENSIONERS OF BSNL to avail the facility and  REGISTER all their GRIEVANCES FOR REDRESSAL. Success of this endeavor depends entirely on them. He further told that a link to this form is provided on the home page of www.intranet.bsnl.co.in  and our Association AIRBSNLEWA  has also provided a link at the top of our CHQ Web site page permanently in red color.

 Com S.M.Abbas Circle president explained the present status of the court cases and informed the house that the judgment of 1st case is expected by  9th August' 2018. He explained the present status of the court cases and informed the house that the judgment of 1st case is expected by August'18 and 2nd case by end of this year. He further told that we will celebrate the winning of this court case.

Com Pradip Goyel AGS AIRBSNLEWA addressed the house. All present developments related to pensioners were explained in detail by AGS.  Com Goyel. He apprised the house with details the collective efforts of AIBSNLEA and AIRBSNLEWA in settling the burning problems of BSNL Pensioners and assured the members that AIRBSNLEWA CHQ will take appropriate action for Pension Revision at the correct moment. He also clarified other issues like 3rd PRC, Medical issues , KYC issue in CCA, and explained the actions being taken by AIRBSNLEWA.

Meeting was addressed by Com D.N.Verma CHQ Org. Secy. Com C.S.Verma Circle Finance Secy., Com P.K.Raje Circle Org. Secy. Com R.J.Pandey Lw Dist. president, Com R.A.Tripathi Rtd. DGM(Finance), Com P.K.Dixit Rtd D.E. and Com S.K.Yadav Retd CAO.

At the end of the meeting AGS Com Goyel appreciated Circle President Com S.M.Abbas, Circle Secretary Com Pallab Bose and his team for organizing the successful meeting at 3-star “Hotel Silvete” Lucknow. Circle Secretary thanked his team especially Com S.M.Abbas Circle President, Com C.S.Verma Finance secretary, Com Praveen Kumar Raje, Com R.J.Pandey Com S.C.Yadav & Com Ravindra Babuta for organizing the meeting in a beautiful manner. Circle Secretary conveyed his sincere thanks to Com Pradeep goyel AGS, and Com D.N.Verma CHQ Organizing Secretary for sparing their valuable time and attended our meeting at Lucknow.

Ten new members joined our association in this meeting including Sh Anil Kumar Shukla Retd.AGM & PRO to CGMT UP East, Sh H.L.Rai Retd DGM, Sh H.D.Shukla Retd D.E., Sh Bharat Singh Retd DGMF, Sh Suresh Chand Gupta DGMF Sh Satrughan Singh CAO. The General body meeting ended with a vote of thanks by Circle President.

At the end of session all members of AIRBSNLEWA UP (E) had a delicious snacks & Tea with CHQ and Circle Leaders, at 3-star “Hotel Silvete” Lucknow.

>>>>>>>>>>>Click for the glimpses.  

26.07.2018: 

The fresh RTIs made by Com Gupta on 09-07-2018 asking the copies of the related documents/orders/note sheets which can establish the DOP&PW memo dated 04-08-2016 is applicable only to the pensioners retired from CDA pay scale and drawing Pro-Rata pension as being claimed by DOT and DOP&PW in their communications, is yet to be replied by DOT and DOP&PW.   <<< READ DOT Reply and Related DOP&PW letter >>>

2018: 

BSNL CO has issued orders for medical claims yearly limit for with and without voucher. The yearly limit will be 23days 78.2% IDA merged basic pay plus IDA of the current year for with voucher claims and 25% percent of the annual limit subject to minimum of Rs 12000 per annum for without voucher claims.

<<<With Voucher Limit>>>    <<<Without Voucher>>>

2018: 

Both the cases (OA 2260/2017 and 1812/2018 came up for hearing today. Our advocate tried to combine both the cases for listing for final hearing. But since for OA 1812 DOT has not submitted reply court has not agreed to join both the cases. Now OA 2260/2017 is listed for final hearing on 9th August 2018 and OA 1812/2018 is listed for next hearing on 3rd October 2018.

We request the applicants of 2nd case (OA 1812) not to get disheartened as our attempt for joining the case with old case (OA 2260), which was filed in June 2017, failed. Before next hearing i.e. on 3rd October we shall get the judgment of old case which shall certainly help early decision of the 2nd case also.

2018: 

Kindly see the informations uploaded on 27-06-2018. As per the order of Information commisioner delivered on 19-06-2018, DOP&PW submitted a revised reply to the queries made by Com Amit Kumar Gupta our AGS. As supporting documents were not given Com Gupta made subsequent RTIs to DOT and DOP&PW. However DOP&PW asked DOT to reply com Gupta on action taken, if any, for revision of pension of BSNL/MTNL absorbee pensioners after 7th Central Pay commission

<<ICs Order>>  <<Revised reply by DOP&PW>>  <<Further RTIs to DOT & DOP&PW>>
<<Fresh Appeal to Information Commissioner>>
 

2018: 

The news was uploaded earlier on 07-11-2016. It is again furnished below for ready reference.

               Reply from DoP & PW on RTI querry made by Com Amit Kumar Gupta AGS.   
Com Gupta has submitted a RTI querry to DOP&PW on 07-09-2016 asking applicability of the paragraphs 2.1 and 7(a) of its OM no DoP & PW vide O.M. F.No.38/37/2016-P&PW(A)(ii) dated 04.08.2016 on implementation of 7th CPC, which reads as below  <<<Read the Application>>>
para 2.1, These orders shall apply to all pensioners / family pensioners who were drawing pension / family pension before 01.01.2016 under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules 1972.
para 7(a) The cases of Central Government employees who have been permanently absorbed in public sector undertaking / autonomous bodies will be regulated as follows:-

When the Government servants on permanent absorption in public sector undertaking / autonomous bodies continue to draw pension separately from the Government, the pension of such absorbees will be updated in terms of these orders
The question and replies of DoP&PW is as below. It can be seen from the response that DOP&PW has deliberately avoided all the quarries.   <<<CLICK TO VIEW THE LETTER>>>

.06.2018: 

G B Meeting of Kannur SSA Kerala : GB meeting held on 19-06-2018, About 60 members were present. All the issues related to pensioners discussed in the meeting. Members expressed their frustration for abnormal delay of payment of medical bills which is about 6 months.

14.06.2018: 

Smt Sujata Ray Director(HR) BSNL is on official tour to Kolkata. Today (14-06-2018) she granted a meeting with AIRBSNLEWA at 12-30 hours. From our side Com Amit Gupta AGS/CHQ and Com D Roy Org Secy WB represented. They felicitated her with flower bouquet and Bengali sweets. Following points were discussed:
1) Opening of Pensioners Grievance Cell: They thanked her on behalf of the entire BSNL pensioners community for this historic decision of opening the grievance cell accepting our suggestion and request. For further improvement of the system we requested to introduce acknowledging the grievances by sending SMS and to provide an arrangement to view the status of the grievance. A letter was also handed over to her. She highly appreciated the suggestions and assured to implement the same within short time.
2) Inordinate delay in settlement of medical claims of pensioners: They pointed out that in all circles of India average delay for settlement of outdoor claims is minimum 4 months and that for indoor claims it is one year and for maximum delay there is no limit. Director (HR) enquired whether it is pan India picture, We requested her to enquire in any circle of her choice. Everywhere pensioners are left to the mercy of the concerned officials and officers.She then informed that the preparation of "Bill Tracking Module" is now being done by ITPC unit and expected to be ready by next 2 months. We requested to have the field trial of the module at Kolkata and at Andhra Pradesh. Director agreed to consider the proposal.
3) Proposed meeting with all pensioner Associations: They reminded her that the proposed meeting has not been arranged although promised. There are small small problems which can be resolved through this meeting. Director (HR) mentioned that on the inauguration day of "Bill Tracking Module" the said meeting will be arranged/

Thereafter she opined that BSNL is planning to open a mentor group with retired executives who are conversant with the rules and regulations mainly on finance and accounts and HR administration. Their job will be to guide the new less experienced officers. Our representatives reacted positively and assured to help the management for any need including the proposed mentor group. They also offered to extend their help for sales and marketing jobs in the circles. The meeting lasted for about 20 minutes and in very cordial terms.  <<<LETTERS>>>   <<<Glimpses>>>

.06.2018: 

Meeting with Member (Finance), Telecom Commission:

GS AIBSNLEA and GS, AIRBSNLEWA met Member (F), Telecom Commission and discussed:

A Implementation of 3^rd PRC report with 15% fitment benefits in BSNL: They requested Member (F) for giving her clearance to the BSNL Board approval on 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL and as per the reply received from DPE. Member (F) mentioned that she has not received any proposal in her office in this regard. We informed her that the file is pending with DDG (EF), DoT. She immediately spoke with DDG (EF) and inquired about the status of file. DDG (EF) informed that he has returned the file to the Director (PSU) for clarifying some queries. Member (F) directed him to submit the file to her after receiving the reply from the concerned section. Member (F) further mentioned that she is in favour of implementation of 3^rd PRC in BSNL.

B Revision of Pension: They requested for revising the pension of BSNL pensioners by de-linking from the pay revision of the serving employees. Member (F) mentioned that this matter is being dealt by Member (S) and on receipt of the case she will consider favourably.

Meeting with Member (S), Telecom Commission:

GS, President, OS (West) AIBSNLEA and GS AIRBSNLEWA met Member (S), Telecom Commission and discussed regarding pension revision of BSNL pensioners. Member (S) advised them to provide a brief note to DDG (Estt), DoT on the anomaly which may take place amongst the pensioners on revision of pension of the pensioners prior to 01.01.2017 and the pensioners who retired or retiring after 01.01.2017 with or without implementation of 3^rd PRC.

.06.2018: 

A link to this form is provided from the home page of www.intranet.bsnl.co.in also. We have also provided a link from top of this page permanently. <<Read the Order>>

.06.2018: 

When AIRBSNLEWA was preparing for the court case and collecting signature from the pensioners to make each of them 'Applicant' for the case, one association criticized us bitterly and announced that they will move to appropriate court at the appropriate time on 'Representative Capacity' so that all pensioners get the benefit hence there is no need for individuals to become applicant.

Subsequently they moved to Supreme Court, where their petition was not accepted and disposed off with leave and liberty. Ironically there were 439 petitioners for the case contrary to the claim of becoming representative of all pensioners. Next they moved to Delhi High Court. There also the case is disposed off on first hearing. After that they issued a circular (see below) blaming AIRBSNLEWA. They tried to establish that as because we have filed case in Principal CAT New Delhi , Delhi HC did not accept their petition. Now pl go through the order of Delhi HC (see below). In the last para the court said

                          Since the JURISDICTION of such case is with Central Administrative Tribunals,
                          the case is relegated (downgraded) to CAT.

This we are aware since beginning. That is why we approached to Principal Bench CAT New Delhi and not misguided the pensioners saying loud words like Supreme Court, High Court etc.

They also mentioned several other points which according to them is our wrong action in handling the court case and will harm pensioner's interest. As because this may create confusion among pensioners we are explaining below our stand on the issues raised by them. 

1) We have not challenged the DOT order dated 10-06-2013 :  Yes we have not, because that order has got nothing to do with the pensioners retired prior to that date. That order was for the serving employees as on 10-6-13 only. The order for merger of 78.2% IDA for pensioners was issues on 18-07-2016, in our petition we asked only modification of the paragraph where with holding of pension arrears is mentioned. Therefore why should we challenge an order which is not related.

2)We have not asked for pay arrears for the pensioners retired after 1-1-2007 but before 10-6-2013 : Yes we have not asked. The pay arrears from 1-1-2007 to 10-06-2013 is denied not only to the pensioners but to all serving employees numbering more than 2.5 lakhs. We thought that raising the pay arrear issue will make the case complicated and longer time consuming, because all the serving employees are related and this has to be paid by BSNL. Moreover like pension arrears there is no protection from Supreme Court for pay arrears. Therefore we decided to separate out both the issues. After achieving pension arrears depending on the situation we shall fight for pay arrears also. We have to remember that there are many many instances where pay fixation is done from some date but paid from some other prospective date.

3)The Notional issue : We fail to understand why they are unnecessary harping over the word notional again and again. This word is used rightly by DOT in their order dated 18-7-16. There are two types of fixation Actual and Notional. As per dictionary when fixation is done from some date but payment is effected from a prospective date the fiction is notional. Therefore the fixation of 78.2% IDA merger from 1-1-2007 and actual payment from 10-6-13 is certainly notional which is rightly mentioned in DOT's order dated 18-7-16. The word 'Notional' is mentioned in DOT's order dated 18-07-16 three times to describe the fixation of both pay and pension.

Our case is progressing in right direction and we are confident of winning it. All such attempt to find loopholes in our petition is only an attempt to help DOT to damage our case and also a futile attempt to hide the inefficiency in filing their case in Supreme Court and Delhi High Court.

Most remarkable point is this association has now started a hush-hush campaign to malign us. In public domain they are silent on the court case issue but internally they are active. When someone avoids to be transparent, there is always some misdeed behind.

These people all along blamed us for going to PCAT and said they will show how to fight a case and bring justice to all the pensioners, but today see their pitiable condition. God is really Great. <<Circular>> << HC Order>> 

.06.2018: 

1) Guidelines issued by CGHS probably in view of recent Judgement of Supreme court <<click>>
2) MTNL issues order to export it's absorbee staffs to other PSUs <<click>>
3) Recovery of excess pension by Banks <<click>>
4) Non issue of pension slips by Banks. <<click>>

22.05.2018:  Grievance Redressal Cell for the Retired Employees.

As already reported AIBSNLEA and AIRBSNLEWA's combined efforts yielded results in getting opening of a Grievance Redressal Cell  (GRC) for the Retired Employees under the SR Cell of BSNL Corporate Office.

The Contact details of the Cell are as under:

Tel: 011 2376 6063

Fax: 011 2373 4338

email: bsnlretiredemp@gmail.com

We extend our sincere thanks to Director (HR), BSNL Board and GM (SR), BSNL Corporate Office for opening of the GRC on our request.

<<<Click here for the Office Order>>>>
We request all the pensioners to make full use of this Cell and post all their grievances to the email id given. Any type of grievances including pending medical bills, non/delay payment of leave encashment, wrong calculation of pension amount or any other grievances may be posted. This has been introduced after continuous effort by us and success of the scheme will depend on how pensioners use it

We have also requested to introduce an online form linked with an icon at BSNL portal (www.intranet.bsnl.co.in) , so that the pensioners can enter their grievances directly in the portal on line. This also being prepared and will be in operation shortly.

Pl share the information with all the BSNL pensioners,

16.05.2018: 

This will certainly extend benefit the pensioners for redressing their grievances. AIRBSNLEWA will continue to strive hard for the real welfare of the pensioners without any gimmick.

16.05.2018: 

a) Creation of separate cell for BSNL pensioners under the control of GM (SR): We extended our sincere thanks for creation of a separate cell exclusively for BSNL Pensioners under the control of GM (SR) as a single window service and requested to open such single window service to BSNL pensioners at Circle level also. Dir (HR) mentioned that this issue was raised by AIBSNLEA & AIRBSNLEWA  in the inaugural function of AIBSNLEA CHQ office wherein she had assured an early action. Accordingly, this step has been taken and she directed GM (SR) to take similar action at all Circle levels also as requested by us.

b) Extension of BSNL MRS facility to the BSNL pensioners after 01.04.2018: We requested to issue necessary orders for extending BSNL MRS facility to the BSNL pensioners after 01.04.2018 w.r.t. their outdoor treatment. Dir (HR) directed GM (SR) to issue necessary directions to PGM (Admn) for issuing necessary orders in this regard at the earliest.

c) Implementation of 3^rd PRC in BSNL with 15% fitment benefit: We apprised Dir (HR) BSNL Board regarding our discussions held on 11.05.2018 with Secretary (Telecom) & Member (Finance) DoT regarding implementation of 3^rd PRC in BSNL, payment of pension contribution on actual basis instead of maximum of the pay scale and pension revision of BSNL Pensioners. Dir (HR) mentioned that yesterday Member (Finance) DoT has called her over telephone and advised her to have discussions on preparation of the Cabinet Note on 3rd PRC implementation in BSNL. Accordingly, she will be going to DoT to discuss the matter with Member (Finance). She confirmed that now there is a move in DoT to draft the cabinet note on relaxation in the affordability clause of 3^rd PRC report w.r.t. BSNL. Director (HR) further mentioned that it is a good sign for implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL since the  DoT has allowed BSNL to start Wage Negotiation with Non-Executive Unions.

Regarding payment of pension contribution on actual basis, Director (HR) mentioned that she has also spoken with the senior officers of DoT Finance who informed that no such case has been put up to them from Establishment Cell of DoT. In view of this, she directed GM (SR) to discuss the matter with DDG (Estt), DoT for submitting the case to the Internal Finance of DoT for comments as desired by DoE.

On the issue pension revision of BSNL Pensioners, Director (HR) mentioned that she has also discussed the matter with Member (Finance) and the Member (Finance) is also of the opinion that Pension revision will take place after the revision of pay scales of BSNL serving employees.

11.05.2018:  Com Prahlad Rai GS AIBSNLEA writes to:

1 The DDG (Estt), DoT, regarding denial of first time bound promotion received by BSNL Executives of Calcutta Telephones by office of Pr. CCA Kolkata causing reduction of Pension and pensionary benefits.

<<<<Click here for the Letter>>>> 

10.05.2018: Meeting with DDG (Estt.) DoT:- GS, President, AGS(DR) met DDG(Estt.) DoT and discussed regarding.
Revision of pension of BSNL pensioners: They requested DDG(Estt.) DoT to take necessary steps to revise the pension of BSNL pensioners after 3^rd PRC report. DDG (Estt.) mentioned that the matter has been examined and DoT administration is of the opinion that pension revision of BSNL pensioners will take place only after their pay revision. They further pleaded that BSNL pensioners are not playing any role in the affordability of BSNL, thus their pension revision should be delinked with the pay revision and as per the BSNL reply to DoT that at present the pension liability of BSNL pensioners is about Rs. 4200 Crores and after the revision of pension with 15% fitment benefit it will increase Rs. 4800 Crores. DDG (Estt.) lastly told that he will further discuss the matter with the concern officers of Estt. Cell of DoT.

.05.2018:  

We are very transparent and clear in our functioning and handling the court case. When we appealed to our members to contribute a meager amount towards the cost of the expenditure for the court case, we have been bitterly and unethically criticised by other pensioner associations. Some called us cheat and asked pensioners to be aware, some criticised for going to PCAT instead of higher courts and commented about our prudence. They said that there is no need for individuals to sign the papers and they will show how to bring justice for all.

Today let us see the status. The Armchair Man is successful in collecting more than 19 lakh for fighting the case but the case is rejected by Supreme Court and now it is learnt that Delhi high court also refused to accept the case under 226 of the constitution. Their website and e journal is silent over the issue since last 2 months. The fate of Rs 19 lakh collected is going to be same as of the old Association's money and Building they are still holding illegally. Another Association has taken a long root. Although they have collected lakhs from their huge members but they filed the case at Ernakulam CAT with some applicants only with a promise to others that they will be accommodated when the case will finally reach to Supreme Court !!!!. If it is so then money from them could have been collected that time only, Remaining two Associations although collected thousands from each of their members have no plan to fight in the court for denied pension arrears.

AIRBSNLEWA with its limited capacity is determined to bring justice for the BSNL pensioners and moving firmly towards that direction. It is committed to ensure the rights of the BSNL pensioners i.e. Pension and Medical.
STATUS OF THE CASES  MA2021    MA2022   OA 1812  OA 2260

25.04.2018:   Extension of without voucher facility to retired employees:

AIBSNLEA and AIRBSNLEWA's consistent efforts yielded results in getting released the order for extension of without voucher facility to retired employees and head of circles have been directed to release two instalments for the 3rd and 4th quarters. This is the follow up action of the meeting our GS had with PGM(A) yesterday and the letter addressed to Dir(HR)

<<<<Click here for Order>>>>   <<<Click for letter to Dir (HR)>>>

GS AIBSNLEA writes:

To Shri Anupam Shrivastava, CMD, BSNL regarding our concern on reduction in the eligibility criterion for the Out Door medical treatments - amendments in the BSNL MRS facility.

<<<<Click here for letter>>>>

.04.2018:  

1.     Without Voucher medical Reimbursement for Outdoor treatment to BSNL pensioners--  This option was given to pensioners during 2017-18 for six months and payment has also been made up to Sept. 2017. After that orders has not been issued for continuation/discontinuation of this without Voucher Facility. Although financial year 2017-18 is over. Our pensioners are in doubt whether payment of medical bill reimbursement will be made for last two quarters or not. Financial year 2018-19 is already started but nothing is clear about the without voucher medical bill reimbursement facility. I request you Madam to issue necessary orders whatsoever may be BSNL Managements decision.

2.     I reminded Dir(HR) about her discussion with our A.G.S Shri. Amit kumar gupta on 22/09/2017 while she was on tour to Kolkata. Madam, you assured our AGS to call for a meeting of all pensioner Association and unions representatives to redresses the pensioners grievances. I also wrote a letter to you on 27/09/2017 giving reference of Kolkata discussion for early date of meeting with pensioner’s representatives. But we are still awaiting, Madam we are not having any opportunity to meet and tell you the difficulties being faced by pensioners in getting medical bill reimbursement etc.

3.     I have also requested in writing in Aug 2017 to open a PR cell (Pensioners relation) cell under GM(SR) in corporate office and Circle offices so that pensioners may approach at one officer instead of roaming from one officer/section to other officer/section. But that decision is still awaited.

4.     Lastly I requested Dir(HR) and sh. Prahlad Rai our mentor to allow us to sit in their new CHQ office room of AIBSNLEA and do some Association work whenever we happen to be in BSNL corporate office.

5.     Dir (HR) appreciated our concern on all the above 3 points relating to pensioner. She asked GM(SR) to note down these points and remind her in her office.

19.04.2018:   DPE replies DoT on 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL:

 GS and President AIBSNLEA met DPE officers and extended thanks for replying DoT with respect to the proposal of BSNL for implementation of 3^rd PRC by relaxing affordability criteria. DPE in their letter has replied that “BSNL does not fall under the category mentioned in para 5 of DPE’s OM dated 03.08.2017 on 2017 pay revision. Further, it is mentioned that DPE has issued guidelines for 2017 pay revision which, inter-alia, includes an affordability clause, based on the recommendations of Committee of Secretaries (CoS) on the report of 3^rd PRC. Any relaxation in the extant guidelines would require the approval of the Cabinet for which DoT may examine the issue at its end for necessary action.”

<<<<Click here for letter>>>> 

Now, we have to pursue the matter in DoT for the preparation of the Cabinet Note.

19.04.2018:   Meeting with JS (Admn) DoT and the Govt. nominee Director in BSNL Board:

GS, President and AGS (HQ) met JS (Admn) DoT and the Govt. nominee Director in BSNL Board and discussed regarding:

 Implementation of 3^rd PRC report in BSNL: We requested JS (Admn) that since the DPE has replied the DoT for taking approval of the Union Cabinet to relax the affordability Clause of the 3^rd PRC report, DoT should take immediate necessary actions in this regard. JS (Admn) mentioned that this reply was expected from DPE and now necessary action will be taken in this regard.

28.03.2018:  

Com Prahlad Rai along with the GS/FNTO Shri Jai Prakash and AGS/SNEA Shri Dahia met Joint Secretary (DPE), Director (DPE) and Assistant Director (DPE). We requested Jt. Secretary (DPE) to reply DoT regarding the relaxation in the affordability Clause of 3^rd PRC recommendations to BSNL as the relaxation has been granted to some PSUs like FCI & others. We also requested to consider the recommendations of the BSNL Board for implementation of 3^rd PRC with 15% fitment benefits in BSNL. Jt. Secretary (DPE) after detailed discussions assured to reply DoT at the earliest.

He also mentioned that DoT being the Administrative Ministry of BSNL should take up the matter with Union Cabinet for relaxation based on the recommendations given by the BSNL Board for relaxation in the affordability clause.

He assured that the reply will be given to DoT with the approval of Hon’ble Minister of Heavy Industries so that he may be aware of the issue when it is taken up in the Union Cabinet.

28.03.2018:  

<<<Click here for the letter>>> <<<Click here for the Annexure>>>

21.03.2018:   Meeting with DDG (Estt)

1)  DDG (Estt), DoT and discussed regarding:

2) Meeting with Director (PSU), DoT

3)Meeting with Joint Secretary (Admn):

.03.2018:  

GS, President AIBSNLEA and the GS AIRBSNLEWA met DDG (Estt), DoT and discussed regarding:
 

A Pension revision of BSNL Pensioners: We requested DDG (Estt) to initiate the proposal of Pension revision of BSNL Pensioners. DDG (Estt) mentioned that after the meeting held with Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) Secretary (T) has asked to provide the information on the financial implementation on the revision of Pension, if any. Now, the efforts are being made to collect the required information in DoT. He further mentioned that in the year 2016-17 the total Pension liability for BSNL Pensioners was around 8,000 Crore. Now it has to be seen that after revision of the pension of BSNL Pensioners the total amount will increase 10% or 15%. We explained that total financial implication will not be more than 10%. He advised us to submit some information regarding the existing pension being drawn and % increase on revision of the Pension. We assured him to provide the same with examples within the next week.

B Implementation of Hon’ble PB CAT New Delhi judgment related to the DoT order dated 05.07.2017: We requested DDG (Estt) to issue necessary orders to withdraw the DoT order dated 05.07.2017 by implementing the Hon’ble PB CAT New Delhi judgment related to the additional increment being given in the same scale on post based promotion under the EPP. DDG (Estt) mentioned that the PBCAT judgment has been submitted to the Secretary (T) through the Internal Finance of DoT. After, the decision further action will be taken to file an appeal or not.

.03.2018:  

GS, President and AGS (HQ) AIBSNLEA met CMD BSNL and discussed regarding:

A Implementation of 3^rd PRC recommendations in BSNL: We extended our sincere thanks to CMD BSNL for arranging a meeting of all the Unions and Associations of BSNL with Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) on 24.02.2018. CMD appreciated our concern and mentioned that the meeting was very good and beyond the expectations wherein Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) has shown his positive response on the demands. He explained that now Secretary (T) has to take up the matter with Secretary (DPE) to process the proposal to the Cabinet and Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) will take up the matter for favourable settlement. Payment of pension contribution on the actual basic pay as per the Govt. orders, which was agreed by the Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) was a very good achievement for BSNL. He assured to continuously pursue the matter.

B Implementation of the Hon’ble Supreme Court orders on TES Gr “B” seniority issues: We requested for early implementation of the Hon’ble Supreme Court judgments on TES Gr “B” seniority cases. CMD assured to look into the matter.

24.02.2018:  

(1)               3^rd Pay Revision.

So far, the DoT has been maintaining that BSNL employees are not eligible for 3^rd Pay Revision. In today’s meeting the Hon’ble Minister agreed that the issue of 3^rd Pay Revision of BSNL employees would be processed and would be taken for the approval of the DPE and the Cabinet. This is a great achievement. We have broken the stalemate that prevailed in the Pay Revision issue. At the same time we have to be vigilant, till the final approval is given by the Cabinet.

(2)               Formation of Subsidiary Tower Company.

The AUAB representatives expressed their apprehension that in the name of formation of the Tower Company, the 66,000 mobile towers of BSNL are being snatched away from BSNL. They also pointed out that the decision of the Cabinet that, the Subsidiary Tower Company would remain under the control of BSNL Management, has been violated, through the appointment of an IAS officer as the CMD of Subsidiary Tower Company. They further pointed out that even BSNL Management was not taken in to confidence in the appointment of an IAS officer as the CMD of the Subsidiary Tower Company, which clearly shows that the Subsidiary Tower Company would not be under the control of BSNL Management. The reply given by the Hon’ble Minister in this regard is not satisfactory. The AUAB has to find ways and means to ensure the rolling back of the Subsidiary Tower Company.

During the discussions on the issue, GS AIBSNLEA raised the issue of additional increment on post based promotions under the provisions of executive promotion policy provisions which has been denounced by DoT vide letter dated 05.07.2017 and lakhs of rupees recoveries are taking place of BSNL executives and BSNL pensioners. He instantly submitted Hon’ble PB CAT judgment copy to Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) wherein the DoT order dated 05.07.2017 has been quashed. Hon’ble MOSC (I/C) immediately directed DoT administration to look into the matter.  Now, we can expect that DoT may not go for appeal against the PBCAT order in this regard after this meeting.

(3)               Pension Revision.

The representatives of AUAB strongly argued that pension revision should be done to the BSNL pensioners. It was pointed out that the BSNL pensioners and the Central Government pensioners are covered by the same rules. They argued that when pension revision is settled for the Central Government pensioners, the same should not be denied to the BSNL pensioners. The Hon’ble Minister assured that needful action would be taken to settle this issue. 

(4)               Calculation of Pension Contribution.

It was strongly argued that pension contribution in respect of BSNL employees cannot be calculated on the basis of maximum of the pay scale, when the same is calculated on the basis of actual basic pay, in the case of Central Government employees. It was pointed out that as per the DoP&T order issued in 2006, pension contribution of the Central Government employees is being deducted on the basis of actual pay only. The Hon’ble Minister directed the Secretary, DoT, that this issue should be settled as per Government orders.

(5)               Allotment of 4G spectrum to BSNL.

The AUAB representatives pointed out that it will be extremely difficult for BSNL to compete with the private operators, without providing 4G service. They strongly argued that the proposal of the BSNL Management, for the allotment of 4G spectrum by the Government, should be accepted. The Hon’ble Minister replied in the positive and assured that needful action would be taken.

(6)               Reduction of retirement age from 60 to 58.

The AUAB representatives strongly argued that the retirement age of the BSNL employees should not be reduced from 60 to 58, as a measure for the revival of BSNL. The Hon’ble Minister told that the government is not having any proposal to reduce the retirement age from 60 to 58.

(7)               Left out issues of the 2^nd PRC.

The AUAB representatives pointed out that this issue is lingering on very long time and needs to be settled. The Hon’ble Minister stated that this issue would be looked into by the Secretary, DoT.

At the end of the meeting, the Hon’ble Minister stated that the representatives of AUAB could meet him again, as well as the Secretary, DoT, in continuation of today’s meeting. The representatives of AUAB heartily thanked the Minister for his positive response to most of the issues.

After the meeting with the Hon’ble Minister, a meeting of the AUAB was held in the FNTO’s office. All the General Secretaries expressed their satisfaction with regards to the progress in the issues. They also expressed the view that all these have happened only because of the united struggles and massive mobilization by the entire Non-Executives and Executives, for which they deserve appreciation

23.02.2018:   DoT today withdrawn its earlier letter No. 24-1/2018-SR dated 21.02.2018 vide which latest status on the charter of demands of Unions and Associations was intimated denying all the demands.

<<<Click here for the letter >>>>>>

21.02.2018:     DOT REJECTS ALL DEMANDS FOR PAY AND PENSION REVISION
DoT vide letter number 24-1/2018/SR  DATED 21-02-2018 communicated CMD, BSNL with respect to the agitation notice by All Unions and Associations of BSNL - Massive March to Sanchar Bhawan on 23.02.2018. Through this letter DoT has apprised the status of demands wherein all the demands have been denied which is the most frustrating situation. DoT instead of settling the issues in the interest of BSNL's viability and its employees denying the settlement of the legitimate demands.

<<<Click here for the letter >>>>>> 

                                                    

  08-02-18       OUR PRESIDENT COM RAKESH SRIVASTAVA JI IS NO MORE

With profound grief we are informing the sad demise of our CHQ President Rakesh Srivastava Ji. Today suddenly he was sick and expired on way to Hospital at 12.30 Hours. This is a great loss to all BSNL pensioners in general and AIRBSNLEWA in particular. He was a great inspiration behind all our activities for welfare of pensioners. May his holy soul rest in peace at heavenly abode.

"The Writ Petition filed by AIBSNLREA in Supreme Court on pay and pension arrears issue came up for hearing for admission to-day in the bench of Justice Madan B Lokur and Justice Deepak Gupta. The Court felt that the Petitioner may move High Court first and accordingly has given liberty to the Petitioner to do so. The Association will take the Petition to Delhi High Court shortly"

As if the case was heard in the court and the Honble Supreme Court advised them to go to Delhi high court first and given them liberty to do so. Now Read below what is uploaded in Supreme court website.

Diary No.- 40225 - 2017

ALL INDIA BHARAT SANCHAR NIGAM LIMITED RETIRED EXECUTIVES ASSOCIATION vs. UNION OF INDIA

Case Details

Actual status of the case is  simple  "DISMISSED AS WITHDRAWN". No expression of any feeling or no liberty or nothing. Why to fool and cheat the the pensioners ??  Further the petitioner of the case is 439 other pensioners apart from the GS of the Association. If the case was to be filed on representative capacity why 439 other applicants? how are they selected? why the names of others who contributed not included in the case? <<View the list>>

We feel this is the most heinous act of treachery ever happened to the pensioners.

Good evening Friends Today  we have successfully conducted our first E. C meeting of HYD branch at BSNL Bhavan. Our meeting addressed by Circle president, Secretary& AGS. we have compelled to co-opt Sri V.Divakara Rao as Treasurer&Y.v.b SuryaprakashRao as Assistant Treasurer due to back out of Elected office bearers. Sri P.Satyanarayana co-optd as Organising Secretary. E.c formd  Sri M.N.Rao as convener, Y.v.b Suryaprakash &K.L.N NageswaraRao  to. co-ordinate  Court cases. New body also met PGM HTD, GM Finance &H.R of HTD as courtesy call. Regarding Medical bills I.T matter under persuasion by circle Secretary. 19 members along with circle body attended. All participated actively. Opening of bank account &Streamlining membership is primary task for new body. We have got strong backup from CHQ .pl try to bring back all Executives to our Assn. Which only can serve better in the prevailing circumstances. I once again Seek all your co-operation to Strengthen our Assn.Thank you All..

- Dakshinamurthy, Secretary HYD Branch.
 

The captioned matter C.A. No. 4389/2010 and connected matters  were listed today as Item No. 101 in Court No. 11 before Hon'ble Justice A.K. Goel and Hon'ble Justice U.U. Lalit at the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. This was consequent upon implementation of Hon'ble Supreme Court Order dated 21.01.2015 and recommendations of the Expert Committee and after hearing all the parties Hon'ble Supreme Court passed orders that no further orders are required after the recommendations of the expert committee.

However, the Hon'ble Court allowed the prayer of BSNL with regard to payment of arrears that nop arrears be paid but pay finalization with their seniority be re-fixed and be paid same from 01.01,.2018. It will also include pensionary benefits.

So far 45 SDEs promoted in 1993 are concerned, out of them 3 are in BSNL and 11 are in MTNL,  their promotions will not be disturbed since their promotions is already protected in earlier judgment.
<<CLICK FOR JUDGEMENT>>

Com Prahlad Rai discussed with concerned officers in BSNL Corporate Office and confirmed that BSNL Board in its meeting held on 24.10.2017 has cleared the BSNL’s proposal approved by the Management Committee of BSNL Board for implementation of 3^rd PRC recommendations with 15% fitment benefits in BSNL. It is understood that Govt. may put an embargo on the pretext of the affordability clause of PRC report. DoT has now to take the clearance from Cabinet Secretariat / PMO for relaxation in the affordability clause. Thereafter only, the presidential orders will be issued by DoT.

12.10.2017 Update on BSNL Board meeting held on 12.10.2017

BSNL Board Meeting held today as per the schedule wherein the implementation of 3^rd PRC report in BSNL was one of the agenda item. It is understood that 3^rd PRC report was discussed for one hour. Addl. Secretary (T), DoT, the Govt. nominee in the Board however, did not agree to discuss the agenda since sufficient time is not given to study the agenda.

So the matter is postponed to be discussed in the next Board meeting scheduled to be held after Diwali tentatively 23^rd or 24^th October 2017. It seems that Addl. Secretary (T), DoT, the Govt. nominee in the Board is not in the favour of implementation of 3^rd PRC report in BSNL.

AIRBSNLEWA UP (East) had a meeting with Shri Devendra Singh PGMTD Lucknow Telephones UP East on 21st Sept. 2017 in his chamber. The meeting was attended by the PGMTD LW Telephones, Sh Abhai Raj DGM(Admn.), Sh Vinay Kumar Verma DGM Finance, Sh Dhan Pat Lal SDE(Admn.), Sh A.S. Chauhan AO, Sh Kesav Prasad AO, Sh Raj Mahesh Misra AO & from Association side Com Pallab Bose Circle Secretary, Com C.S.Verma Circle Finance Secretary and Com D.N.Verma CHQ Organizing Secretary AIRBSNLEWA.

Com Pallab Bose, CS AIRBSNLEWA apprised to PGMTD Lw regarding the issues raised by our Association at Circle level. He expressed that AIRBSNLEWA is considerably serious about the welfare and issues of Pensioners. He further appealed that the BSNL retired Executives are concerned about BSNL services and organizational growth. PGMTD Lucknow Telephones appreciated the role of our Association and offered a meeting with retired BSNL executives in the foreseeable future. He desired that Pensioners should come forward to join BSNL as DSA to facilitate increased revenue of BSNL.

Further, the discussion was held on the following issues:

 (1) Payments of pensioners’ medical claims within one month time as per BSNL CO order: - Regarding the medical claims, we informed that the BSNL Corporate Office orders are not being followed in the Lucknow Telephones District.  In this context, we have informed about the  the delay that has been occurring due to unhelpful, unprofessional & harassing attitude of the Finance Wing of Lucknow TD. Even though our members have completed all the necessary formalities, their medical bills have been pending since September 2016. It should be noted that the administration is following pick-and-choose policy for a select few retired pensioners.         

We further pointed out to PGMTD Lucknow, the following few serious irregularities happening in Lucknow TD:

1.     Payment of medical bills has been pending since September, 2016.

2.     ‘Without voucher’ medical payments have been pending since April, 2017.

3.     There is no provision to maintain any record/Register of received medical bills (even digitally). On the contrary, the D/A refused to give receiving of bills, even upon request.

4.     Tracking of Medicals bills; the delay in paying the medical bills could have been avoided if the Tracking System is introduced as

instructed by Director (HR) BSNL board. But unfortunately in spite of instruction of Director (HR) and our persuasion no progress is made so far.

5.     Mgt of Finance Wing has no control on their concerned staff.

6.     Unhelpful & harassing attitude of the Finance Wing of Lucknow TD.                                         

(2) Implementation of DOPT memo no 18/3/2015-ESTT (Pay-I) Dated 2.3-2016 issued on recovery of excess/wrongful payment  made to employees at the time of retirements:

 In this context we have quoted the case of Sh D.N.Verma and conveyed that his case is being intentionally delayed by Finance wing of Lw TD since the last one year. Furthermore they have not forwarded his case to corporate Office ND even after repeated instructions from PGMT UPE Circle. We have requested PGMTD Lw to instruct the concerned officer to implement this order immediately at his District level.

PGMTD firstly heard our complaints (regarding pensioners’ medical issues) in a peaceful and calm manner, he then asked DGM(F) to come to his chamber along with his all AOs immediately. After interrogation of PGMTD Lw, they accepted the claim that medical claims are pending since Sept-2016. It came out to about 900 cases. Out of 900 pending bills, 215 bills are under process for payment. Regarding payment of ‘without-voucher medical payment’ they said that they need help of Admn. Lw TD and Circle Office.

PGMTD instructed his Finance wing to review all pending cases with detail and asked *CS AIRBSNLEWA to contact him latest by September 27, 2017*. In this regard PGMTD Lucknow appreciated our concern and assured prompt action.

The Meeting lasted for two hours in a very congenial atmosphere and assurance of Hon’ble PGMTD Lucknow Telephones Shri Devendra Singh  was very encouraging.         

We also met with CGMT UP(E) regarding the delay in medical payment of Retired Executives in UP(E) circle especially in Lucknow TD, RTTC Lucknow, TDM Mau and TDM Raebarelly . We were also assured of swift action in this regard by him.

>>>>> Click here for letter

It is understood that BSNL Management Committee has recommended implementation of 3rd PRC report with 15% fitment benefit in BSNL and suggested to revise the allowances/perks by BSNL after the approval of DoT on pay scale revision.

06.09.2017:  Meeting with Director (HR), BSNL Board, New Delhi

GS, President and AGS (F) AIBSNLEA met Director (HR) yesterday and discussed regarding:
Settlement of some pending issues of BSNL pensioners viz. Non-payment of medical reimbursement (Without Voucher), Abnormal delay in payment of medical reimbursement (With Voucher), Tracking of Medical bills and formation of Pensioners Relation (PR) Cell: They requested for the settlement of above issues. Director (HR) assured to discuss the matter with GM (Admn) and also advised us to have a meeting with GM (Admn) to discuss these issues immediately. She also mentioned to open PR Cell under the control of GM (EF), BSNL Corporate Office. They also handed over a letter from GS AIRBSNLEWA on the issues. <<<READ>>>

06.09.2017: Meeting with CMD BSNL:

GS, President and AGS (F) AIBSNLEA met CMD, BSNL yesterday and discussed regarding:

(i) Implementation of 3rd PRC report in BSNL: They requested to implement 3rd PRC recommendations with 15% fitment benefit in BSNL by getting an early approval from BSNL MC and BSNL Board. Also requested to use his good office in DOT to get approved 3rd PRC recommendations with 15% fitment benefit in BSNL. CMD, BSNL mentioned that shortly the matter will be discussed in the Management Committee of BSNL Board and thereafter in BSNL Board for its approval. He further mentioned that first DOT should allow implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL. The fitment benefit 5%, 10% or 15% may be left with BSNL Board to implement in 2nd phase. They requested that BSNL Board should recommend 15% fitment benefit in its approval. It should not be left pending for 2nd phase. But CMD remained non-committal on this issue and mentioned that let us wait and watch the approval of BSNL MC/ BSNL Board.

It is understood that the BSNL Management is refraining to recommend 15% fitment benefit. In view of this all BSNL Unions/Associations should immediately mount pressure on BSNL Management for implementation of 3rd PRC with 15% fitment benefit only.

We have never been dogmatic about PRC fitment formula/ CPC fitment formula for Pension Revision. Our Association has always  insisted upon a proper mechanism for Pension Revision for BSNL Pensioners, who were neither covered under the terms of reference of 6th CPC/ 7^th CPC or that of 2^nd PRC/3^rd PRC.  DOP has extended almost all the recommendations of 6^th CPC/ 7^th CPC to BSNL Pensioners, who  draw their  pension from Government of lndia on combined service rendered in DOT and BSNL under Rule 37-A of CCS Pension Rules 1972 except the fitment formula for Pension Revision given by the CPC.

All the Supreme Court judgments regarding Pension Revision have insisted upon early and timely revision of Pension whenever/ wherever the pay scales of the Employees get revised.

Our demand for pension revision   w.e.f. 01.01.2017 is based on 7^th CPC fitment formula only. But it shall become infructous / redundant, in case DOT/ Govt. of India agrees to waive the affordability clause for BSNL, as demanded by several Associations/ Unions,  and grants pay revision to BSNL Executives with 15% benefit based on 3^rdPRC recommendations, which shall definitely be followed by Pension revision for BSNL Pensioners by DOT/ Govt. of India as per the procedure followed after 2^nd PRC. In that case our demand for pension revision  as per  seventh  CPC fitment formula shall get ignored by DOT/ DOP for another 10 years or so and may  be considered by  the 8^th CPC in case our Associations remain strong and  active enough to persue the issue till that time.  We have to be cautious enough and pursue the matter with DOT/ DOP/ PMO expeditiously.

Govt. of India/ DOP need to look into the matter and provide a proper mechanism in the current scenario wherein Pay revision of BSNL Employees is handicapped being dependent upon affordability clause of BSNL, while this should not be the case with the Pensioners of BSNL. An appropriate Fitment Formula needs to be provided for their Pension Revision and the Fitment Formula given be 7thCPC becomes a good and reasonable choice in this case."

24.08.2017: GS AIBSNLEA also Writes to

1. Shri Anupam Srivastava, CMD BSNL, regarding formation of PR (Pensioners Relation) cell in BSNL – our suggestion regarding

<<<Click here for the letter>>>

1) CMD BSNL : On formation of Pensioners Relation (PR) cell in BSNL.
                          On Delay in settling 78.2% pension revision cases.
                          On TDS deduction @ 5% in place of 10% from Pensioners. <<Letters>>

2) Secretary DOT: On Delay in settling 78.2% pension revision cases.  <<Letters>>

The issue of extension of Night Free Calling to the Pensioners and action to correct the subsequent problem was taken up only by AIRBSNLEWA with active support of its chief mentor Sh Prahlad Rai. No body else had any contribution in achieving this important benefit for pensioners although as usual now we may find many claimants of the success. 

BSNL Corporate Office issues orders regarding constitution of a committee to explore the modalities for implementation of revision of pay under 3rd PRC. As per the suggestion given by the Comrade GS,  AIBSNLEA in the core committee of BSNL Unions and Associations with CMD, BSNL held on 09.08.2017 for constitution of a committee to explore the modalities for implementation of revision of pay under 3rd PRC. CMD BSNL constituted the committee immediately and the committee meeting was held yesterday wherein the committee has recommended 3rd PRC implementation in BSNL with 15% fitment benefits for its executives. The committee report will be discussed in the next week in BSNL Management Committee and thereafter in BSNL Board. After the approval of BSNL Board, it will be sent to DoT for consideration and issuance of presidential directives.  <<<Click here for the order for constitution of committee>>>

Shri Anupam Srivastava, CMD, BSNL (through Video Conference)  thanked   he mentioned that the strength of the BSNL is the executives and non-executives.   There are positive signs of improvement.  BSNL was number 1 once and due to various reasons, its positions had come down.  All the new technologies like NOFN, etc is helping BSNL to improve.  All of you are making party of the organization and be a part of the BSNL revival.  With such a aggressive market and competition, the market share of BSNL as gone up.  He also told that the revenue from operation has been increased.  Please stay together and work hard to increase the revenue of BSNL.  There are virtual turn around going on in the organization.  He congratulated the profit making circles, like Kerala, Maharashtra and Odissa, etc.  He mentioned that the journey has to be continue and the responsibility shown by the AIBSNLEA in reviving the BSNL is commendable and appreciable.  As regards 3^rd PRC, we are working together and the Hon. MoC is also in favour of the BSNL and implement the 3^rd PRC.  He also stated that the Hon. MoC is of the opinion that the efforts and hard work should continue and ensure that the turn around continue.  He mentioned that BSNL should get 3^rd PRC and urged every one to take the responsibility of the journey.  He also mentioned that GST implementation has also taken place and all the processed needs to be made accordingly to take care of the GST.  He also mentioned that Finance wing of Corporate office in consultation with Circle IFA, the cash flow problems will be resolved and the problem will be eased out.  He mentioned that this is the time to remain unite and make the BSNL over above every and continue to process of revival.   He thanked everyone and expected that the gathering will take many decisions which will benefit in the  turn around of BSNL. He mentioned that he missed the mammoth gathering and apologized for not making it personally to attend the session due to his busy schedule and appointment with various Ministers. <<<Click here for the Address of CMD, BSNL>>>>

Shri A M Gupta, GM (SR), BSNL Corporate Office, Guest of Honour   He thanked the AIBSNLEA for inviting him and ensuring his presence in the meeting.  He mentioned that the meeting is being held at a crucial juncture and BSNL management is eager to know the outcome of the meeting.  We have to find out the solution for 3^rd PRC.  He also stated that the two days discussion is important not only for the association it is for the BSNL management also.  He mentioned that CMD never miss the opportunity to attend the meeting and address the gathering.  But due to his constraint he could not attend the session in person and hence he addressed through video conferencing.    BSNL management has already submitted resources management plan to the DoT for implementation of 3^rd PRC.    He also mentioned that Director (HR) was also keen to attend and address the session, but could not make it due to the important assignment.  He has conveyed and read out the message of the Director (HR).    Through her message he has conveyed that to implement the 3^rd PRC, efforts are taken by the management under the leadership of CMD and requested every one to come together forgetting the difference and support the BSNL.  He mentioned that the efforts of the GS Com. Prahlad Rai in pursuing the 3^rd PRC with various levels and ministers are commendable and due to his efforts, the BSNL management were called by the MoC and the entire BSNL Broad has explained the details to the MoC.  While some associations creates the doubts in the minds and making  fear amongst the members, the approach of Com. Prahlad Rai is in fully in positive direction and thanked Com. Rai in understanding the situation and being in support of the BSNL management.   BSNL management has already explained the source of income to meet the financial burden of BSNL on implementation of 3^rd PRC to the Secretary Telecom. The case of payment of pension contribution on the maximum has already been taken up and the amount paid will be received back for which the file is in process with positive remark from all the points.    He assured that implementation of 2^nd PRC to the pensioners before the implementation of 3^rd PRC.    He also mentioned that the revision of pension of the pensioners is not connected with the profit and loss of the BSNL.  He assured that he will take up the issue with DoT.  As regards the special casual leave to the office bearers of AIBSNLEA, there is a provision in the guidelines of DoP&T and DoT, whereas by oversight or due to other reasons, provision has not been made in the MV.  He assured that fair treatment will be given to both the association.   The issue of Pension contribution of BSNL recruitees, additional 2% is under process and very shortly a favourable decision will be taken by the BSNL MC.  The cadre hierarchy issue is also being considered.    As regards the notional benefit, he mentioned that this issue is of AIBSNLEA only and the issue has already approved by the MC and board approval is awaited.  As regards the issue of donation collection by the association, the matter will be reviewed.  He also mentioned that the HR plan of BSNL is also in the final stage and all the small issued will be resolved.   He assured that any issue will be looked into by sitting together.  Requested everyone to forget the difference and support the BSNL management.  He thanked everyone for the support and having the leader like Com Prahlad Rai.

Com. Amit Gupta, AGS, AIRBSNLEWA:  He mentioned that as on today, there are around 2 lakh pensions those who retired after formation of BSNL.  The pension for the pensioners are paid by the DoT, whereas the medical facilities are given by the BSNL.  There are no one to help the issues of pensions, there is no one to listen to their problems.  When people talk about 3^rd PRC, there are many pensioners who has so far not got the 2^nd PRC benefit, 78.2 % fitment, etc.  There are no records, in Kerala alone more than 3000 cases are pending.  He mentioned that as per the information received from DoT under RTI, the pension revision of DoT pensioners will be done only if BSNL employees get 3^rd PRC benefit.  He personally requested the GM (SR), to take care of the Pensioners’ issue. He requested to develop a cell for Pensioner Relation (PR) like Staff Relation (SR) in BSNL for welfare of the pensioners. <<Photo>>

Implementation of 3^rd PRC recommendations in BSNL-     Process in this regard…….

DPE has issued OM W-02/0028/2017-DPE (WC)-GL-XIII/17 dated 3^rd August, 2017 regarding Pay Revision of Board Level and below Board Level executives and Non-Unionised Supervisors of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) w.e.f. 01.01/2017.

As per the presentation submitted by AIBSNLEA CHQ and consistent efforts taken with the Hon’ble MOC , Secretary Telecom, Secretary DPE, and CMD BSNL  for the dispension  in the  affordability clause for BSNL  and extension of 3rd  PRC to BSNL Employees has now been reflected in DPE OM dated 03.08.2017.

In this regard, AIBSNLEA CHQ has written so many letters to Hon’ble MOC/Secretary  DOT/DPE  /CMD BSNL and met them personally stating that as per the Para 5 of the 3 PRC committee recommendations as per the Telecom Policy 1999,  BSNL has been formed to meet out the specific agenda  of Government of India. i.e. providing Telecom Services without any budgetary support and BSNL is paying License Fee, Spectrum charges, and other charges  as per the order of the Government of India from time to time deviating to the agreed principles on 01/10/2000.

A letter written by GS CHQ to Honorable MOC Shri Manoj Sinha Ji  on 08.06.2017 <<<Click here for GS AIBSNLEA Letter>>>>  has been furnished for the reference of our members.  The DPE OM dated 03/08/2017 vide Annexure-II Para II of Page No 19 which is reproduced below.

Affordability to certain types of CPSEs:

c)  There are also certain CPSEs which have been formed as independent Government companies under a statute to perform a specific agenda / regulatory functions. The revenue stream of such CPSEs are not linked to profits from the open market in a competitive scenario but are governed through the fees & charges, as prescribed and amended from time to time by the Government. There is no budgetary support provided by the Government to such CPSEs. In consideration that the impact of the revised compensation structure (including Performance Related Pay) would supposedly form the part of revenue stream for such CPSEs, the affordability condition shall not be applicable to these CPSEs; however the implementation of same shall be subject to the approval of Administrative Ministry upon agreeing and ensuring to incorporate the impact of the revised compensation structure into the revenue stream.

On the basis of the above recommendations now BSNL Board has to recommend implementation of 3rd PRC report with 15% fitment benefit in BSNL and thereafter it has to be sent to DoT for the approval and issuance of the Presidential Directives. We have to impress upon BSNL Management in this regard for an early Board approval and sending to DoT thereafter we have to pursue in DoT for the approval of BSNL Board proposal and early issuance of presidential directives.  

Comrades, as assured by CMD BSNL, the 3rd PRC recommendations has to be approved by BSNL Board for its implementation in BSNL and thereafter to get the approval of DoT for issuance of Presidential Directives.   We are confident that CMD BSNL will fulfill his commitment in this regard. Let us,  concentrate on this issue and pursue vigorously for 3rd PRC implementation in BSNL. Once it is implemented for BSNL Executives it will be implemented for BSNL Pensioners also after that.

04.08.2017: Office Memorandum for implementation of Pay revision in CPSEs.

Department of Public Enterprises issues Office Memorandum for Pay Revision of Board level and below Board level Executives and Non-Unionised Supervisors of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) w.e.f. 01.01.2017.

<<<Click here for the OM>>>

04.08.2017: Meeting with CMD, BSNL:

Com Prahlad Rai  met CMD BSNL on 2-8-17 and discussed regarding:

Implementation of 3^rd PRC recommendations with 15% fitment benefits in BSNL: He requested CMD BSNL to use his good office in getting implemented the 3^rd PRC recommendations with 15% fitment benefits in BSNL. CMD mentioned that he is already in touch with the concerned DoT officer and MOSC office on this issue. Also waiting for the DPE notification on 3^rd PRC implementations wherein it has to be find out that whether the respective Board of PSUs or the Administrative Ministry have been empowered for any type of dispension in the affordability clause of 3^rd PRC report. He confidently told that 99% the PRC report will be implemented in BSNL. He assured that the 3^rd PRC report implementation in BSNL will be approved by BSNL Board positively. He further advised us to wait for some time and preserve the energy for future actions.

21.07.2017: Meeting with PS to Hon'ble MOSC(IC) Shri Niteshwer Kumar :

Com Prahlad Rai met PS to Hon'ble MOSC(IC) Shri Niteshwer Kumar IAS yesterday and discussed ,
Implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL: He requested for the implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL with 15% fitment benefit. PS to Hon'ble MOSC(IC) mentioned that yesterday Cabinet has approved 3rd PRC recommendations for PSU's Executives pay hike. DPE will issue notification in this regard shortly and thereafter BSNL (PSU) will send its recommendations for implementation of 3rd PRC in BSNL to the DOT (Administrative Ministry) for approval and notification of the Presidential directive. Thus, at the time of DOT consideration period we should meet them. However, he assured Ministry's support for 3rd PRC implementation in BSNL. In view of this, now we have to pursue with the BSNL Board to recommend 3rd PRC implementation with 15% fitment benefits in BSNL. Thereafter only we will pursue in DOT/Ministry for favorable decision. Once the decision is taken for the serving employees of BSNL the same will naturally be extended to pensioners as a precedence. However this time we have to pursue more vigorously for early implementation.  Let us closely monitor and pursue the matter at the appropriate level and appropriate time.

• Cabinet clears pay hike for CPSE employees

• The Cabinet today cleared a 15 per cent hike in salaries for public sector company employees.........Details follows... <<<Click here for The Hindu - Business Line news>>>>

• Whether it will be implemented for BSNL is not clear. We have to wait for the decision of the administrative ministry's (DOT) decision.

20.07.2017:  Meeting with Secretary (Telecom), DoT, Govt. of India

Com Prahlad Rai Chief Mentor met Secretary (T) DoT yesterday morning and discussed regarding:
Implementation of 3^rd PRC recommendation with 15 % fitment benefit to BSNL Executive: He requested for the implementation of 3^rd PRC recommendations in BSNL and pleaded that 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL is must to keep motivated its executives and in the interest of BSNL's viability. Secretary (T) during discussions mentioned that she is aware that BSNL employees are trying their best to turn around BSNL and she is interested that 3^rd PRC should be implemented in BSNL but she also have some constraints. We apprised her about our meeting with the Hon'ble MOSC (I/C) and his positive response on 3^rd PRC implementation in BSNL but the support of Secretary (T) is also required. Secretary (T) assured to get implemented 3^rd PRC recommendations in BSNL. We also handed over our letter dated 7.6.2017 addressed to her and a copy of the BSNL's recommendation letter in this regard.is also required.

05.07.2017: Meeting Director (HR), BSNL Board, New Delhi:

GS, President AIBSNLEA and GS, AGS of AIRBSNLEWA met Director (HR) and discussed regarding:

A Wrong implementation of Night Free Calling order for the Pensioner: We informed that along with the Implementation of Free Night Calling to the BSNL Pensioners, the STD calls made during day hours are made chargeable and not being adjusted against allowable 550 free calls. The tariff table issued by ITPC Pune was shown to Director (HR). It was also pointed out that although BSNL Pensioners are being charged for those STD calls but for DoT Pensioners it is continued to be free. Director (HR) agreed that such type of discrepancy should not be there and assured to look into.

B Non-implementation of the tracking system for Medical claims of the Pensioners: We pointed out that although it was assured for immediate implementation about one year back but till date no action has been taken so far. Director (HR) immediately instructed GM (Admn.) to take proper action without further delay.  She also requested us to keep her informed about the development.

C Elimination of the present role of BSNL for Pension Revision Work of BSNL Pensioners: We pointed out that at present the responsibility of payment of Pension to BSNL Pensioners lies entirely with Govt. of India. Even then BSNL continued to take the burden of preparing the sanction memes and the calculation sheets. This involves huge man power which is practically wastages. We requested to take up with DoT for revision of the present system and the Pension revision job of the BSNL Pensioner should be done as was done for the Govt. pensioners after 7^th CPC. Director (HR) advised to take up the matter with Member (F), DoT for necessary instructions to the CCAs in this regard. However, she assured that she will also take up the matter with Member (F), DoT.

<<<Click here for the letter>>>  <<<Photo>>>

05.07.2017: Meeting with GM (Admn), BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi

GS, President and AGS AIRBSNLEWA met GM (Admn.) and discussed regarding the above issues discussed with Director (HR). GM (Admn) confirmed that Director (HR) has already directed him to take necessary action for the resolution of Item No. A and B above. He assured to discuss the Item No. A with Sr. GM (F-CFA), BSNL Corporate Office for its resolution and for the Item No. B he will discuss with CGM ITPC Pune / GM ITPC Hyderabad for an early solution.

05.07.2017: Meeting with PGM (Estt), BSNL Corporate Office, New Delhi

GS and AGS AIRBSNLEWA met PGM (Estt) and discussed regarding

A Elimination of the present role of BSNL for Pension Revision Work of BSNL Pensioners: We pointed out that at present the responsibility of payment of Pension to BSNL Pensioners lies entirely with Govt. of India. Even then BSNL continued to take the burden of preparing the sanction memes and the calculation sheets. This involves huge man power which is practically wastages. We requested to take up with DoT for revision of the present system and the Pension revision job of the BSNL Pensioner should be done as was done for the Govt. pensioners after 7^th CPC. PGM (Estt) assured to take up the matter with CCA, DoT.
<<<Click here for the letter>>>

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We therefore request all the pensioners of CTD who are having any problem to send email to pccakolkata@gmail.com or to call 22138500. If 22138500 do not extend proper help then don't hesitate to call 22138821 where help will definitely be extended as assured by Pr CCA Kolkata. Share your experience good or bad with sdebhl@yahoo.co.in for further followup.