AGM Admin BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads
regarding Upgradation of Mobile App for marking the attendance in online
Attendance System. Copy<<<>>
This is one more attempt of diversion of
attention of all the executives from main focus of overall growth &
development issues and engage them in such non-productive works. There are many
issues related to growth and development of BSNL and nothing concrete is being
done on it, but such actions are being taken to project that Executives and
employees are not working.
We have already seen actions for reducing
promotional prospectus by reducing five layer executive structure to two,
introducing concept of Asset Ambassador without any preliminary discussions
with the Recognized Majority Representative Association and now this is one
more attempt of binding attendance to everyone as that contract workers.
SNEA has submitted many requests for
installation of BSNL BTS at already installed Tower of Rs 45 Lakhs at Corporate
Office, but no action has been taken for last two years. When many officers
including about all officers in senior management are using alternate SIM along
with SIM card of BSNL and not able to put attendance only from BSNL network,
how such stringent tasks are assigned to field Executives and Non-Executives is
just beyond understanding of common Person.
Such non–productive ideas of twisting and
squeezing executives and employees come from useless Consultants who do not understand
working of BSNL developed over the years and always looks at BSNL as source of income
and gives such non-productive suggestions for working angle of Private Sector. Unfortunately for such non–productive
suggestions and projections of employees and executives as Burdon, Consultant
is getting Crores of rupees from the hard earned money of BSNL.
By understanding the intensity of the issue
and mass unrest against the forceful attempts on name of upgradation of
Mobile App for marking the attendance in online attendance system wherein new
concepts of compulsory attendance from Mobile app, Location Locking, arbitrary
changes in Monitoring and compliance of online attendance addition of new
features like Face recognition, Device Locking
and Binding of SMS with App etc GS SNEA has conveyed the same to Director
HR and CMD BSNL and both have assured to have relook on the issues and concern
expressed by SNEA.
We are pursuing for
corrective action and are hopeful for corrective action for statement of mass
unrest among the executives.
It is unfortunate that during this ongoing
period of window for membership change over opened since 16/06/2025, certain
deliberate attempts are made by the certain officers in management so the
Executives start blaming Associations and its leaders intensively and opt out
from the existing membership of Associations.
We appeal the executives in BSNL to understand
the gimmicks behind destroying unity of the executives in BSNL and join
membership of SNEA or any other association of your choice but be united to
fight against all such ill motives. Please do not join hands with such officers
who are playing with the unity of the executives by keeping yourself away from Association
membership for any reason or such provocation and let us be united strongly. United we stand and divided
we fall.
Update on hearing in JTO to SDE SCF Promotion
Court Case at CAT Chandigarh: The Court case filed at Hon'ble CAT Chandigarh
regarding JTO to SDE SCF promotions was listed for hearing today 08/07/2025.
First time, BSNL has engaged senior advocate and case also was listed at early stage i.e. serial
number 30 & 31 and it was expected to have detailed hearing in the case.
But when the case came up for hearing, the
advocate for petitioner sought time to file reply to the counter filed
by BSNL, which was accepted by Hon Court. Accordingly, the matter was adjourned
for the day and next hearing in this case is scheduled on 11/08/2025.
By taking
note of serious complaints from the affected executives and as per pursuation
of SNEA, PGM CA BSNL CO issued detailed instructions to all Circles to deal
with the rejected Higher Pension Option case by providing all required
information with clear instructions to deal all such cases as per Provisions of
EPFO Act 1952. Copy<<<>>
We convey
thanks to Shri. Rajiv Singh, PGM CA BSNL CO for such clear instructions
and also taking up these issues with EPFO HQ Delhi centrally.
Hopefully
all Circles will be taking care of all such issues and till any Circle is
facing issues if any the details may be please shared with Shri Arvind Pal
Dahiya, JSC SNEA CHQ Mobile: 9416051919 for any such issues unresolved at
Circle level.
AGM Pers
BSNL CO writes remainder to all Circle Heads regarding Data of rotation of
sensitive posts for Apr-Jun 2025 quarter. Copy<<<>>
It is
reported that some Circles are misusing these guidelines and have taken some initiatives
for transferring all officers who are completing four years at any post.
In this
regard, the issues may be taken by concerned CS with Circle Heads as the
sensitive posts are well defined by vigilance wing and only such executives and
employees are to be shifted as sensitive post and it should not be base for any
such mass transfers.
AGM Estt.
BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads conveying detailed guidelines for submission
of claims under GTI scheme and circulation of lists of members in GTI who have
opted for this scheme. Copy<<<>>
DGM Rstg
BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads of Non-Territorial Circles regarding IPMS
Targets for the period Q2 (July 25 -Sept 25) of financial year 2025-26. Copy<<<>>
DGM Rstg BSNL
CO writes to all Territorial and Core Network Circle Heads regarding Revised
IPMS Targets and Time Schedule for Q2 (July 25 -Sept 25) IPMS cycle
KPIs/Targets of the financial year 2025-26. Copy<<<>>
Addl. GM BW
BSNL CO writes to all Heads Civil Zones
on submission of report regarding assignment of IPMS targets for the period Q2
(Jul-Sep 2025) of financial year 2025-26 in ESS. Copy<<<>>
AGM Estt
BSNL CO writes to Concern Circle Heads regarding Achieving Zero Pendency in
Pension/Family Pension Cases. Copy<<<>>
Issues related mismatch of amount of SAB Contribution on LIC Website: SNEA CHQ has received many queries about difference between actual SAB contribution by individuals and its display on LIC website. It is also reported that for many Executives the same is not visible and many are worried about the factual position where Money deducted from salary and contributed by BSNL is deposited to LIC or not.
In this regard, it is to inform that the
deduction done by BSNL is regularly transferred to LIC but there are issues
with the updating details by LIC on their website. BSNL had already taken up
matter with LIC and the efforts are being made by LIC for necessary corrective
action for having updated data on website.
Main issue reported in linking of the
deposited Money with concerned Policy number. It is observed in some of sample
cases checked that LIC has not updated data of amount received against old
policy and hence there is mismatch in some cases.
Further, CA Section, BSNL Corporate office has
taken up matter with LIC and it is agreed for receipt of payments by LIC and
the mismatch details are being updated in its server and the same will be
visible on website also. But this work will take some time, may be about two
months.
Hopefully by end of August 2025 or start of Sept 2025, this work will be completed and actual amount deposited by BSNL against each Executive of BSNL will be visible on website.
Hopefully all the
issues with difference of amount will be cleared for all executives and till
any individual will have any such issue left out, the same will be sorted out
case by case basis.
AGM Pers
BSNL CO issued orders for consideration of pending OTP Requests from All India
hard tenure stations, Deferment of Transfers wherein request is received for
cancellation/retention on medical grounds, cancellation of transfers of age
barred executives and retention by granting Immunity as Office Bearer of
Recognised Association. Copy<<<>>
This is a long-awaited
Transfer Order which is finally issued after about two months of persuasion
with different offices and officers in BSNL.
SNEA has submitted detailed letters showing how the Transfer order
Dated 02/05/2025 is injustice to executives as many were transferred against
Transfer policy guidelines and on pick and choose basis. Since the day of
order, we have been pursuing all these cases, but initially there was total
reluctance on part of the Management and it took a long time to convince the
Management about the issues in this Transfer order. Further, once it was agreed
that there are issues and needs corrective action, then also it took ample time
and there was delay in finalisation of the issues as all these details were to
be decided critically at the highest level.
Since 02/05/2025, the transfer order, there was mass unrest as
orders were not adhering to the Transfer policy and though some relief was
given by consideration of some OTP Requests from Tenure as well as Non-Tenure
stations but many rather majority of OTP Requests from Tenure as well Non-Tenure
stations were not given consideration.
Due to this prolonged time taken in this overall persuasion and
consideration of representations of individuals and concern expressed by SNEA,
there was mass unrest and much anguish among the executives to the extent that
some of these executives have opted out from the membership of SNEA thereby
neglecting sincere and to depth persuasion by SNEA.
Finally after prolonged wait of two months and continuous persuasion
by SNEA, finally this order is issued given relief to many of the affected
executives as this Transfer order mainly covers the pending OTP Requests from
all India Hard Tenure stations, deferment
of transfer orders of executives having genuine medical grounds which
will be decided after report of Circle
Level Committee, request for grant of Immunity in prescribed format and recommendations of Circle Head with ERP
Entry of the same, cancellation of transfer by correct counting of Circle stay by giving due weightage to services at
all India Soft Tenure Stations, Cancellation of Transfers on grounds of completion
of 56 years of age and it is also seen that some cases of Non -Tenure stations
also considered.
This Order has given a ray of hope for Executives that the issues can
be settled and decided in favor of executives with peaceful persuasion and
only required is the prolonged patience and strong belief on genuineness of grievances
represented and faith that genuine grievances are always given due consideration.
In cases of earlier year transfer orders also there were grievances
and it also took a long time to settle grievances and this year though there
was no pressure from BSNL CO for relieving of transferred, there was huge
unrest for unknown reasons or may be due to the fact that no single request was
given consideration in period of two months from date of order.
Anyhow, many have got relief in well defined Transfer policy
guidelines as pursued by SNEA and represented by individuals and there are
chances that some cases fitting in these guidelines may not be given
consideration.
If any of requests as defined above, is still not given
consideration, then the concerned Executives may represent the same through
Proper Channel with fresh representation addressed to Director HR along with
supporting documents and SNEA will continue to pursue for consideration of such
genuine requests.
All CS are requested to go through this order and check which cases
are fitting in these guidelines but not considered in this Order and share
details as above. The details of all such non-considered requests may be please
shared along with pending or fresh applications by email.
As per this order, all other officers are to be relieved within 15
days and hence missing cases if any may be listed out and forwarded along with
representation through proper channel by email and SNEA will pursue all
remaining genuine cases for its consideration. In case of requests for
retention and cancellation on medical grounds needs to be given serious review
by individuals as well as by DS/CS SNEA concerned as management is dealing with
these cases with more seriousness. This time instead of cancellation or
retention, the transfer orders are deferred thereby giving time for withdrawal
of requests or its thorough scrutiny for authenticity of the request.
The time of one week is given to the applicants who have submitted requests
for cancellation /retention on medical grounds for withdrawal of non-genuine medical
ground requests if any. In this case of such withdrawal no action will be taken
against the applicants.
The requests which will not be withdrawn will be referred to the Medical
Board for second Opinion by the CGM concerned and then will be scrutinised by the
Committee headed by PGM and two GMs in each Circle for dependency and other
related issues. The wrong claims on medical grounds are to be reported to
Director HR wherein further action will be decided for such false claims. This
entire exercise is to be completed by August 2025.
Similar stringent conditions are applied on requests for grant of
immunity which are against REA Rules under which this immunity is granted and SNEA
will be taking up these cases suitably for required corrective action.
With this order, the review of transfers is started and as seen
now, it may take some time more, but genuine representations with supporting
documents will be given consideration and the affected executives will have to
keep patience by analysing genuineness of his/her request and method of deep
review adopted by BSNL Management on all such representations.
We congratulate all the executives who got relief through this
order and convey thanks for their prolonged patience with full faith on prolonged
persuasion by SNEA with BSNL Management. We also convey thanks to all our CS/DS and
activists who supported the stand of SNEA CHQ for successful consideration of all
these grievances and justice thereof by continuous persuasion and avoiding agitational
paths.
SNEA CHQ
conveys sincere thanks and gratitude specially to Shri. A Robert J Ravi, CMD
BSNL who has always assured for corrective action in genuine cases and has now
kept his words by consideration of the genuine requests under his personal
monitoring and given justice to affected executives.
We convey thanks
to Dr. Kalyan Sagar Nippani, Director HR who silently supported in
consideration of all these genuine cases and thereby giving justice to these
affected executives.
We also convey thanks to Shri Rajiv Kumar Kaushik, PGM Pers BSNL CO for his very calm and quiet but very effective role in consideration of these genuine requests.
We are hopeful that the review of the remaining similar requests by individuals and pending OTP Requests from Non-tenure stations as submitted by SNEA will be given consideration in coming days in the similar manner. Hope for the Best.
AGM Pers
BSNL CO issued orders for acceptance of the request of executives for forgo/ refusal
of promotion in recent AGM Promotions under LICE Quota. Copy<<<>>
Though
SNEA has taken up matter for consideration of request from some of these
executives for posting at nearby Circles having shortage of AGMs, but same was
not agreed by the management by citing pending court directions from CAT Chandigarh.
As their
request is not considered and they are unable to join at posted Circle due to genuine
personal difficulties and hardship and hence unfortunately many of these
Executives have refused Promotions even though they were successful in LICE after
sincere studies of months together.
AGM Pers
DPC BSNL CO issued Speaking order in response to directions by Hon'ble Supreme
Court Judgment dated 16/07/2024 in SLP (C) No. 30281-30282/2019 in 147 AGM LDCE
Promotions Reversal case and another connected cases/petitions. Copy<<<>>
AGM Pers BSNL
CO writes to Concern Circle Heads regarding relieving of SDEs Telecom on
deputation basis in various units of DoT. Copy<<<>>
Present Status and Required clarifications on One PSU One
Association Proposal: SNEA CHQ
has received many queries about status of One PSU One Association proposal
submitted by the three Major Associations viz.
SNEA, AIGETOA and AIBSNLEA and possibility of finalization and
acceptance by BSNL Management. .
Apart from this it is noticed that some
individuals and groups are spreading that as One PSU, One Association Proposal
is being finalized hence there is no need to opt for membership of any
association and existing members of the Associations are being pursued for quitting
or opting out the membership.
In this regard, it is to inform that the unanimous
proposal submitted by the three Major Associations viz. SNEA, AIGETOA and AIBSNLEA, which covers
99.5% of paid membership of the BSNL Executives has been agreed by the Committee Constituted for the same and was
processed for approval of BSNL Management, but the same is returned with query
to ascertain the functioning of Associations in the other PSUs and this work of confirmation of factual position from
other PSUs is under progress.
It is a fact that in all PSUs only one Association
is existing and there is no such process of Referendum of associations and
special opening of yearly window for Changeover Membership and it is a routine
process.
We are hopeful that after confirmation of
facts from Other PSUs, the proposal of
One PSU, One Association will be moving ahead further, and we will update its
progress accordingly.
But it is unfortunate that by quoting this
proposal under consideration some individuals and groups are approaching some existing members of associations during
this Membership Changeover window and misguiding that as Proposal of One PSU
One Association is at final stage, there is no need of continuing Membership of
any Association rather they are forcing to opt out/quit the membership of
existing Associations.
Here it is to inform that Associations have
proposed to defer the Membership changeover window for Executives, but as you
know the same was not responded
positively by the Management and Membership Change Over window is opened from
16/06/2025. It is seen that some forces
working against this strongest unity of Executives in BSNL are spreading
misleading information and misguiding executives to opt out membership of existing
Associations.
All executives in BSNL have to analyze that
whatever we have achieved till today is just because of the active role played
by leaders of all Associations at all levels and in absence of such active association/s
our life would have been miserable.
We have consolidated all the queries and
doubts raised by the executives and listed as FAQs on Proposal of One PSU One
Association. Copy<<<>>
We have also received many queries about the achievements
of SNEA as Majority Association and we have listed out certain issues we have successfully
pursued in the recent past and we have achieved some goals in favour of
Executives in the BSNL and also certain issues pursued step ahead towards its
consideration. Copy<<<>>
Hope all these details will clear doubts on
proposal of One PSU One Association and will also underline the need of joining
all Executives under the banner of SNEA or any association of his/her choice
for betterment of Executives in BSNL.
As of today, Associations are only supporting
hand for executives in BSNL and no one else is with us in these most difficult days
we are facing now and it is need of time that we all together strengthen the
Association/s of BSNL Executives.
We appeal to all the executives in BSNL not to
come under the trap laid by some forces
always working against Unity of BSNL Executives and be united by continuing
Membership with SNEA or any Association of your choice till the proposal of One
PSU One Association is finalized.
We specially appeal to about 5000
Executives who are not part of any Associations in BSNL, please join SNEA or
any other association of your choice and be part of Stronger Unity of BSNL
Executives which is
need of time for successful pursuing critical financial issues pending with DoT
viz. 3rd PRC and Upgraded Standard pay scales which are affecting
our day to day life.
With support of you all and with continuous persuasion
by Associations, many of the issues are now in pipelines and we are hopeful for
certain positive response and its consideration during this crucial year with
very strong and positive recommendations of the Parliamentary Committee and
with Net Profit in two consecutive Quarters of Financial Year 2024-25.
Apart from these crucial issues pending for
long time with DoT, some HR are issues pending with BSNL Management and please
note that all these issues can be resolved with Stronger Unity and we do not
have any option for it.
We are aware that many of the executives are
affected by consideration and non-consideration of their names in the recent
transfer order dated 02/05/2025 and no corrective action since the last two
months. We are continuously pursuing the issues related to transfer posting and
we are hopeful for corrective action from the BSNL Management.
At this crucial time, joining all
executives with Associations will definitely help in successful persuasion of these issues.
Hopefully proposal for One PSU One Association
will be given consideration positively but till time the existing structure of
Multiple Associations as per REA Rules will continue and it is need of time
that about all executives are part of SNEA or any other association of his/ her
choice for resolution of these issues in favour of BSNL executives and we are
hopeful for positive response to this appeal by all executives of BSNL.
Be United, Be safe and Hope for the best.
AGM Legal
BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads for furnishing judgements/orders/interim
orders etc., in respect of Court Cases & Arbitration matters to Legal Cell of
Corporate Office within two days of receipt of this letter. Copy<<<>>
DGM Pers BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads regarding
revised schedule for completion of pending e-APARs of FY 2024-25 through
ESS-Portal for Executives as well as Employees of BSNL.Copy<<<>>
Accordingly the last date for submission of
Self Appraisal is extended up to 30/06/2025, the date of Reporting
of e-APARs by Reporting Officers is extended up to 15/07/2025 and the
date of Reviewing of e-APARs by Reviewing Officers is extended up to 31/07/2025.
Update on Pay Loss Court Case by SNEA at
CAT Ernakulum: The
hearing in Pay Loss case filed by Pay loss Committee of SNEA at CAT Ernakulam
was held on 16/06/2025. As updated
earlier, the application filed by SNEA has progressed to the final hearing
stage but a similar case filed by petitioner Shri. Anoop Das, JTO Kerala and
others on the same subject matter had been clubbed together. In that another
case, court has given last chance to BSNL to submit reply statement and posted
for joint hearing of this case on 11/07/2025. Copy<<<>>


Session
wise Report of 32nd All India Conference at Bhopal: Flag
Hosting and Inaugural Session on 19/05/2025: {Report by
Shri. Acheswara Rao, JSS CHQ}: The actual
proceedings of 32nd All India Conference commenced with the ceremonial
hosting of the Association Flag in the highly inspiring and wonderful campus
of Ravindra Bhavan, by President accompanied by all other CHQ Office Bearers,
Circle Secretaries, CWC Members, Delegates & Observers from all corners of
India and leaders and activist of SNEA MP Circle.
The air was charged with high energy as spirited slogans echoed
through the venue, symbolizing unity and the unwavering spirit of the
association. Photos<<>>
All the leaders and activists entered Ravindra Bhawan Auditorium
with slogans of Unity, SNEA Zindabad, BSNL Zindabad.
The actual proceedings of the House started with the lighting of
the ceremonial lamp by all the CHQ OBs and Circle Secretaries, symbolizing
an auspicious beginning.
The house observed a solemn two-minute silence in
reverent memory of departed souls and the victims of the Pahalgam attack,
reaffirming the deep-rooted values of respect by SNEA fraternity and
remembrance.
All the CHQ OBs were given a warm welcome by the Host Circle by
offering Bouquets , and shawl. Photos<<>>
Shri. R.K. Deepak, CS SNEA MP Circle, in his
welcome address from Host Circle gave a warm welcome to CHQ Office Bearers,
Circle Secretaries, CWC Members, Delegates & Observers including dignitaries
& guests from all corners of India. He extended heartfelt greetings to all.
He emphasized the power of unity and collective effort in steering SNEA towards
even greater achievements. He updated the house about the heritage of the historical
MP Circle and the history of Bhopal City. He informed the house that his team
has made all possible arrangements for this meeting and appealed to contact him
or his team for issues if any faced by the participants. In conclusion, he once
again gave a warm welcome to one and all and assured continued efforts for
giving best possible support for the grand success of the AIC.
In the Presidential Address, Shri.
Manish Samadhiya, spoke passionately about the achievements of SNEA,
celebrating the unwavering commitment of its members. He called upon delegates
to remain resolute and visionary, embracing innovation, unity, and adaptability
in navigating the ever-evolving telecom ecosystem.
After this Internal session, the Proceedings of Formal Inaugural
session started which was virtually attended and addressed by
1. Dr. Kalyan Sagar Nippani, Director
HR BSNL Board with International presence from Japan.
2.
Shri. Sudhakar Rao Papa, Director
EB BSNL Board,
3.
Shri Rajeev Soni, CGM EW
BSNL CO,
4.
Mrs. Anita Johri, PGM SR/Rstg
BSNL CO,
5.
Shri. S.P. Singh, PGM
Admn/Estt/Trg/Rectt BSNL CO,
6.
Shri. Rajiv Kumar Kaushik, PGM Pers
BSNL CO,
7.
Shri Gajendra Kumar, Sr GMT, CLO
SCT BSNL CO.
In the welcome cum keynote address, Shri. M. S. Adasul GS
SNEA gave warm and respectful welcome to all the dignitaries virtually present
in the Inaugural session and appreciated their love and affection towards SNEA
members. He specially appreciated Director HR who was attending Meeting while
he was on tour to Japan . He also gave a warm welcome to all CS, CWC Members, delegates,
Observers, members from MP circle. In his address, he has drawn attention of
the Management towards a wide spectrum of issues ranging from HR policy reforms
and organizational restructuring to technology adoption and leading towards welfare
of BSNL Executives. He emphasized that SNEA, as the largest and most
progressive association of officers in BSNL, has always stood at the forefront
of advocating reforms that empower employees while safeguarding the
public-sector ethos. He highlighted the consistent efforts by SNEA in ensuring transparent,
merit-based promotions, timely settlement of long-pending HR issues and the
need for streamlined grievance redressal mechanisms. He called for urgent
attention to stagnation in executive career progression, finalization of the
long-pending Approval of upgraded Standard Pay Scales, 3rd PRC implementation, and
revision of perks and allowances, among other critical issues. While
appreciating efforts and approach of the BSNL Management, he stressed for
certain immediate actions from Management for trust building among executives
by resolving certain issues discussed and assured in different meetings. He reiterated
the need for mutual respect and cooperation between BSNL management and
executive associations. He categorically explained that we are not mere
employees, but we are the architects of revival of BSNL and appreciated the
selfless efforts made by BSNL executives in revival of BSNL and requested
management to support the executives by resolving the pending HR issues . His
speech concluded with a passionate appeal for unity, renewed activism, and
collective vision.
Dr. Kalyan Sagar Nippani, Director
HR, BSNL Board in his very inspiring and highly motivating Inaugural
address expressed his heartfelt congratulations to SNEA for the successful
organization of the 32nd All India Conference in such grand manner. He
acknowledged the crucial role played by executives in driving BSNL operations,
especially during difficult phases such as the VRS transition, network
modernization, and post-pandemic recovery. He appreciated constructive
contributions by SNEA in policy-making, noting that growth story of BSNL is
incomplete without recognizing the selfless efforts of its executive cadre. He
reassured the house that the Board is actively examining the key HR issues
raised by SNEA, and that the management remains open to regular and structured
dialogue. He stressed the need for agility, professionalism, and digital
orientation among all cadres to align with the emerging business goals of organization.
He informed that he is having one meeting approximately daily with GS SNEA in
late office hours for reviewing critical HR issues. His team is having regular
deliberations on the issues raised by SNEA and trying best at their level to
get the issues resolved step by step. On a lighter note he added that since he
is addressing the Inaugural session from Japan, and hence this All India
Conference of SNEA has become an International Conference. He further said
anything with the intention of BSNL First is always appreciated by BSNL Management.
On the recent transfer order and issue raised by SNEA, he appreciated the
concern expressed by SNEA for following transfer policy and assured that
management will consider the suggestions given by SNEA and also assured for
priority consideration of the genuine issues and requests. In his very
affirmative address, he stressed for resolution of issues with dialogue and
expressed happiness that SNEA is on forefront for the same. He declared the
formal inauguration of the All India Conference of SNEA and conveyed best wishes
for grand success of this Conference. In conclusion of his address, conveyed
thanks for giving this special opportunity for direct interaction with leaders
of SNEA all over India and he firmly assured for resolution of HR issues with
proactive approach and early settlement of certain HR issues pursued by SNEA.
Shri Pappa Sudhakar Rao, Director
EB BSNL Board, in his address conveyed warm wishes for the grand success of All
India Conference of SNEA and acknowledged the deep association between SNEA and
the enterprise wing of BSNL. He categorically mentioned that during his
services at different places in BSNL, he has always witnessed the very active
role and co-operation from SNEA leaders and SNEA has been always on forefront
for all development related activities. He added that many suggestions given by
SNEA are worth and are always welcome. He emphasized the increasing importance
of enterprise services in revenue mix of BSNL and lauded SNEA for mobilizing
technical talent and leadership to support key projects like NOC, FTTH
provisioning, MPLS-VPN services, and Government connectivity contracts. He
categorically underlined the active role of SNEA members and leaders in overall
growth of BSNL and particularly in field units with omni presence at each and
every corner of India. He urged the executives to continually upgrade their
skills and adopt customer-first thinking as BSNL aggressively moves into
high-demand business areas like cloud services, 5G, and private enterprise
solutions. He called for a renewed culture of accountability and
responsiveness, and affirmed the openness of management to working with
associations to address operational hurdles. In conclusion of his very positive
and affirmative address, Director EB conveyed thanks to SNEA for given such
great opportunity to connect with executives from different corners of India
and assured to total co-operation from BSNL Management to SNEA and firmly
assured for taking care of all issues related to bandwidth and Backbone
requirement as per requests and feedback from field units.
Shri. Rajeev Kumar Kaushik, PGM Pers
BSNL CO in his special address, praised balanced and professional approach
by SNEA in dealing with sensitive HR matters. He assured delegates that the Personnel
Section is actively prioritizing critical issues such as promotions under
various streams, Transfer Policy and inter-circle transfers and the
long-awaited restructuring of executive cadres. He reiterated that cooperation,
not confrontation, is the key to resolving legacy issues and building an
organization where performance and fairness are rewarded. He invited SNEA to
provide concrete inputs in upcoming consultations regarding service condition improvements,
digital HRMS upgrades, and transparent roster maintenance. He informed that the
issues raised by SNEA as majority Association are being given consideration on
priority and assured for resolution of current issues raised by SNEA.
Shri. S. P. Singh, PGM Admn/
Estt/ Training and Recruitment BSNL CO, congratulated
SNEA on organizing the 32nd All India Conference. He apprised
the house that in the current scenario it is important for all executives to
work with the vision of BSNL first and do all out efforts for all round
development of BSNL. He appreciated efforts taken by SNEA and its leadership in
pursuing the pending HR issues. He added that timely feedback from Associations
is always helpful for Management. He narrated how some of HR issues raised by
SNEA are under consideration and examined by the committees constituted for the
same. He concluded his address with thanks to SNEA for giving this opportunity
to interact with BSNL executives and assured for all possible support in
resolution of HR issues being pursued by SNEA.
Mrs. Anita Johri, PGM SR/RSTG BSNL CO in her address conveyed best wishes for grand success of the All India Conference of Majority Representative Association. She commended enduring commitment of SNEA to executive rights and its continued engagement with the Staff Relations branch. She highlighted the critical role of SNEA in maintaining industrial harmony, particularly during difficult restructuring phases and appreciated the way issues are being vigorously pursued by SNEA leadership in an non-agitational approach. She encouraged continued dialogue, emphasizing that staff relations must be built on trust, timely communication, and mutual accountability. She acknowledged the increased participation of women executives and welcomed this as a sign of diversity and strength within professional ecosystem of BSNL. She also affirmed that BSNL is committed to addressing all grievance-related issues sensitively and within reasonable timelines. In conclusion of address she assured for continued support from SR Cell and readiness for resolution of HR issues with regular dialogue of Majority Association with BSNL Management and assured that SR cell will continue to arrange such dialogues between Majority Association and BSNL Management and also conveyed thanks to SNEA for arranging online session and opportunity to interact with leaders of Majority Association.
In conclusion of the inaugural session, Shri. Manish Samadhiya, President delivered a heartfelt vote of thanks to all dignitaries and guests who attended this Inaugural session virtually and also conveyed thanks to SNEA leaders and activists present in the jam packed Ravindra Bhawan and in online mode from all over India. He expressed profound gratitude to the entire SNEA leadership, senior BSNL officials, distinguished guests, and each participating delegate for their unwavering support, spirited involvement, and contributions toward making the inaugural session of the 32nd AIC an inspiring and unifying success
The inaugural session started at 1100 Hrs concluded with vote of thanks to all the signatories and virtual felicitation and vote of thanks by 1330 Hrs and the leaders and activists were blessed with motivational, confidence building positive addresses by the dignitaries and guests who specially joined this Inaugural Session virtually and made an impressive remark in minds of participants of AIC with a note of hope, determination, and renewed purpose. Photos<<>>
Meeting with CMD BSNL on issues related to Transfer
posting and consideration of OTP Requests: On Friday 13/06/2025, evening hours, GS SNEA
had a meeting with Shri. A. Robert J. Ravi, CMD BSNL specially for
pursuing for consideration of representations received against the Transfer
order dated 2 May 25 and for consideration of pending OTP Requests.
GS expressed concern about non-consideration
of even single requests received for changes modifications and also non-consideration
of any OTP request including that from All India Hard Tenure Stations and
requested for early consideration of it.
GS also shared that though it has been
repeatedly agreed by the management for consideration of all pending OTP
Requests, no single request has been given consideration in the last 40 days. Even
the assurance for consideration of pending OTP Requests from All India Hard Tenure
stations by the last working day of the week is also not adhered to.
GS also shared that in the first time in the
history of BSNL even requests on genuine medical grounds duly recommended by Circle
Heads with due entry in ESS Portal are not given consideration which has
created overall negativity among the executives in BSNL.
GS drawn kind attention of CMD BSNL towards
fact that in Dec 2024, all the OTP requests were given consideration and order
also was shown to us, but it was his intervention on name of Target period that
the finalised OTP Transfer Orders were kept on hold with directions to
implement it in April 2025.But by keeping aside these orders, now fresh order
is issued wherein many names in earlier order are missing.
GS narrated CMD BSNL that the day to day persuasion
by SNEA including many requests to him as Head of BSNL, we have always received
very positive response from his side including directions to PGM Pers and
Director HR for consideration of genuine Requests, but final outcome is still
not seen.
GS categorically shared the mass unrest among
the affected executives which is directly affecting the morale of the
executives waiting for consideration of their requests and requested CMD BSNL
to give relief to all these executives waiting for their pending OTP Transfers
and for desired changes in the transfer order issued as represented on genuine
grounds.
CMD BSNL responded that he is busy with so much
other work and he has already issued instructions to PGM Pers for consideration
of genuine requests and PGM Pers is working on it.
GS updated that though he has repeatedly
instructed PGM Pers, no action has been taken by PGM Pers. CMD BSNL expressed that
it should not be like that and PGM Pers has informed him that he is working on
consideration of certain requests and orders will be issued shortly.
GS categorically explained that since the issue
of transfer orders we have many meetings with PGM Pers and Director HR and also,
we have submitted all details in writing and repeatedly pursued but nothing is
given consideration and hence there is need of intervention from the high
office of CMD BSNL.
CMD BSNL was of the opinion that all these
transfers are well within the powers of Director HR and as CMD BSNL, he has no
role in it and again directed us to take up matter with Director HR.
GS narrated that we have discussed with
Director HR just before coming to his office and nothing was seen as an outcome
and he was just assuring that issues are being given consideration by PGM Pers.
GS submitted that SNEA is not requesting for
anything special or out of rules but we are requesting for review of the issued
transfer order and consideration of pending OTP transfer orders as per
guidelines issued by BSNL and its uniform applicability for all executives.
GS made it clear that if this simple request
submitted by us is given consideration by BSNL Management with priority to Own
Cost OTP requests to fill up vacant posts as desired by him then all issues and
hardship faced by the affected executives will be resolved & cleared.
GS also narrated the guidelines issued by BSNL
CO for consideration of OTP Requests and stopping unwilling transfers from All
India Hard Tenure stations and requested for giving due consideration to it and
on this also CMD BSNL directed us to discuss with PGM Pers and assured that he
will instruct him to give consideration resecting services rendered at All
India Soft Tenure stations, to all such requests by SNEA respecting policy guidelines.
GS submitted that SNEA has given detailed
proposal for review of the Transfer order, issuing pending OTP requests,
cancellation /issuing transfer orders as per requests by individual on
principals of Transfer policy i.e. respecting age criteria as prescribed in
Transfer policy, correction of stay/ break in length of Stay in the Circle by tenure
stations, due consideration of representations etc.
It was also submitted that many of SDEs
promoted as AGM under LICE quota have submitted refusal of promotions as their
request for modification is not given consideration due to unavoidable issues
and genuine reasons, but many of them are till ready to join at transferred
place if their refusal is rejected and the posted Circle is modified to nearby deficit
Circles as requested by them.
CMD BSNL gave patience hearing to our say and
responded that as directed by him, PGM Pers is taking care of all such issues
and directed GS to have some more patience and assured for consideration of
some of the representations/requests in the coming week.
GS requested
not to stretch this issue further as it is already at the last point of patience
of affected executives and give consideration to the proposal submitted by SNEA
which is well within the policy guidelines which will safeguard the interest of
BSNL management as well give relief to the affected executives.
CMD BSNL assured to give consideration to some
requests starting from the coming week and GS conveyed thanks for the same. We
are hopeful for consideration of some of the genuine requests this week. Let us
hope for the best.