Update on court case staying AGM to DGM T Regular as well as Adhoc Promotions: The court case filed by Shri Amarjeet against BSNL in CAT Chandigarh on seniority issue thereby granting stay on AGM to DGM Telecom Regular as well as Adhoc Promotions, was listed for hearing today i.e. 03/08/2026 at Sr No 47. But the same was not heard due to the paucity of time. On special request of BSNL advocate for posting this case for early hearing, the case is now posted for the next hearing on 27/08/2026.

After detailed hearing the case on 02/07/2026 and an excellent presentation by the Senior advocate of BSNL for more than one hour with detailed submission in case and request to allow BSNL to go ahead with DGM promotions subject to outcome of the case as Administration is facing difficulties. BSNL also submitted that though the applicant is not eligible for promotions as of now, if desired by Hon. CAT one post can be reserved for applicant. But advocate of applicant submitted that some more applications are submitted in the case and the same needs to be heard and issues raised by applicants need to be given consideration. In the next hearing which was held on 27/07/2026, advocate for applicant submitted the documents as directed by Hon CAT in the last hearing and the case was posted for hearing on 03/08/2026. Now the next date is also given with a short time and it enhances the chances of some concrete decision in this case.

We are hopeful that in the next hearing Hon CAT will take decision on the case as final submission from both the sides is as good as completed and if not at least decision on request of BSNL to go ahead with DGM Telecom Regular Promotions will be given consideration. 

Update on court case staying AGM to DGM T Regular as well as Adhoc Promotions: The court case filed by Shri Amarjeet against BSNL in CAT Chandigarh on seniority issue thereby granting stay on AGM to DGM Telecom Regular as well as Adhoc Promotions, was listed for hearing today i.e. 03/08/2026 at Sr No 47. But the same was not heard due to the paucity of time. On special request of BSNL advocate for posting this case for early hearing, the case is now posted for the next hearing on 20/08/2026.

After detailed hearing the case on 02/07/2026 and an excellent presentation by the Senior advocate of BSNL for more than one hour with detailed submission in case and request to allow BSNL to go ahead with DGM promotions subject to outcome of the case as Administration is facing difficulties. BSNL also submitted that though the applicant is not eligible for promotions as of now, if desired by Hon. CAT one post can be reserved for applicant. But advocate of applicant submitted that some more applications are submitted in the case and the same needs to be heard and issues raised by applicants need to be given consideration. In the next hearing which was held on 27/07/2026, advocate for applicant submitted the documents as directed by Hon CAT in the last hearing and the case was posted for hearing on 03/08/2026. Now the next date is also given with a short time and it enhances the chances of some concrete decision in this case.

We are hopeful that in the next hearing Hon CAT will take decision on the case as final submission from both the sides is as good as completed and if not at least decision on request of BSNL to go ahead with DGM Telecom Regular Promotions will be given consideration. 

Update on E5 to E7 Court case at CAT Delhi: The hearing in court case for enhancement of E5 Pay Scales E7 filed by SNEA at PCAT Delhi was held on 30/07/2026. SNEA has filed the reply opposing MA filed by AIGETOA as it is attempting to delay hearing in Original application by SNEA filed before four years i.e. in 2022. The advocate of AIGETOA asked for time to go through the submission by SNEA and respond it. Now the case is listed for next hearing on 12/11/2026. 

Update on hearing in Case filed by SNEA at CAT Mumbai on SET Recruitment: The hearing in the case filed by SNEA at CAT Mumbai against SET Recruitment Process was scheduled on 28/07/2026, but hearing could not take place as Court was on leave. Now it is posted for hearing on 02/09/2026. 

Highly Successful AUAB Twitter/X Campaign: Following a massive and successful countrywide Lunch Hour Demonstration, thousands of Executives and Non-executives across all Telecom Circles BSNL participated in a powerful Nationwide Twitter (X) Campaign as per the continued call by AUAB.

The BSNL news regarding Stop Restructuring Pilot Project {Copy <<<>>} was trending on X today including key Hashtags like #BSNL Copy<<<>>

#SaveBSNL SaveNation,Copy<<<>>,

#Noto_BSNL_Restructuring, Copy<<<>>

#Rollback_Restructuring_BSNL and #Stop_Uttarakhand Restructuring etc.

The workforce united on social media to amplify their voices to Government, DoT and BSNL Management, demanding immediate intervention to Immediate Rollback of the Restructuring Plan, Implementation of Third Pay Revision and upgraded Standard Pay Scales for affected Executives.

SNEA congratulates the entire team of BSNL twitter worriers for successful and effective twitter campaign opposing Proposed Restructuring in BSNL. It will definitely give us desired results and our demands will be surely settled in favour of BSNL Executives and Employees. We convey sincere thanks and gratitude to all Twitter worriers of BSNL for their devoted efforts and effectively raising united voice against injustice. 

AUAB Uttarakhand Circle deferred the agitational programme: AUAB Uttarakhand Circle deferred the agitational call following assurances from the CGM. Appeal <<<>>   AUAB UKND <<<>>  

With indefinite seat out call by AUAB Uttarakhand Circle and the countrywide struggle with Black badges on 24/07/2026 and Lunch Hour Demonstration on 30/07/2026 in support of agitating Uttarakhand workforce against the Uttarakhand Pilot Project has created tremendous pressure on the BSNL Management. Following a communication from the Corporate Office, CGM Uttarakhand, held fresh rounds of discussions with the AUAB Uttarakhand Circle on 31/07/2026.

Based on the written assurances given by the CGM, Uttarakhand AUAB Uttarakhand Circle has deferred their agitational programme.

SNEA congratulates the AUAB Uttarakhand Circle for successfully putting their demand with strongest unity. We also convey thanks to all the Executives and Employees all over India in general and Uttarakhand Circle in particular for their active participating and expressing anguish against absurd and loss making restructuring pilot project. 

Update on hearing by Supreme Court on SLP by BSNL for AO to CAO Promotions: The SLP  filed by BSNL on AO to CAO Court case was heard in Supreme Court on 24/07/2026.  Honourable Supreme Court did not pass any specific order but noted observations that BSNL or other affected parties are free to approach  Chief Justice of High Court for early decision on pending writ petition to fill 440 vacant posts as the interest of administration is adversely affected  since eligible officers cannot be promoted for consequent promotions and disposed off the SLP filed by BSNL. Accordingly, BSNL Management will take up case with Chief Justice of High Court for early decision in the pending writ petition.   ORDER <<<>>   

DGM SR BSNL CO writes to CGMT UP West Telecom Circle regarding incorporation of constitutional changes for enhancement of the tenure of SNEA District/OA/BA Body Office Bearers from two years to three years w.e.f. 21/05/2025. Copy<<<>>   

AGM Rect BSNL CO issued notification regarding intimation of date of examination for Direct Recruitment of JTO Telecom BSNL on 23/08/2026. Copy<<<>>

DGM Rstg BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads regarding IPMS Targets of ALTTC, BBNW, QA& Inspection and ITPC Circles for Q2 (July 26-Sept 26). Copy<<<>>

AGM LM BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads regarding Revision of flat of license fee for BSNL residential accommodation. Copy<<<>>

Overwhelming Response to the Nationwide Lunch Hour Demonstration call in Protest of Uttarakhand Circle Restructuring Proposal: The nationwide call given by the All Unions and Associations of BSNL (AUAB) for Lunch Hour Demonstrations against the proposed Uttarakhand Pilot Project under the restructuring scheme received an overwhelming response from the BSNL workforce across the country.

Massive Lunch Hour Demonstrations were successfully organized throughout India on 31/07/2026 with enthusiastic participation from Executives and Non-Executives.

The nationwide protests sent a strong and unequivocal message against the unilateral and anti-BSNL restructuring proposal being implemented through the Uttarakhand Pilot Project.

Although the BSNL Management initially remained indifferent and avoided meaningful dialogue with AUAB, the unprecedented response from employees across the country in general and  the strong and united movement in Uttarakhand Circle in particular, compelled the Management to initiate discussions with the AUAB leadership both at the Corporate Office and in Uttarakhand Circle.

The Executives and Non-Executives have clearly realized that the proposed Uttarakhand Pilot Project is not merely a Circle-specific issue. There is growing concern that similar restructuring may soon be extended to other Circles, as preparatory work has reportedly already commenced in some Circles and at the Corporate Office. Such a move is likely to adversely affect a large number of BSNL employees across the country.

The massive participation in the Nationwide demonstrations reflected the growing concern and resentment among BSNL employees against the proposed restructuring plan. Thousands of Executives and Non-Executives from Corporate Office, Circle Offices, Business Areas, and Operational Areas actively participated in the demonstrations.

AUAB Circle and District leaders across the country played a proactive role in organizing the programmes and addressed the gatherings, highlighting the unilateral approach adopted by the Management without adequately assessing the practical operational requirements. AUAB leaders at all levels  appealed to the employees to remain united and intensify the movement, if required, to safeguard the interests of BSNL and its workforce.

Meanwhile, the BSNL workforce in Uttarakhand Circle continued its historic Full-Day Dharna for the fourth consecutive day, demonstrating exemplary unity, determination, and commitment. This remarkable show of solidarity by Executives and Non-Executives under the banner of AUAB has created significant pressure on the Circle Management. The CGM, Uttarakhand Circle, has made repeated appeals and initiated detailed discussions with the AUAB leadership to resolve the issues through dialogue.

At BSNL Corporate Office, Eastern Court, New Delhi, a massive Lunch Hour Demonstration was organized with enthusiastic participation from Executives and Non-Executives. The gathering was addressed by the General Secretaries and Representatives of the constituent Unions and Associations of AUAB, who strongly condemned the proposed restructuring initiative and reiterated their commitment to protecting the interests of BSNL and its employees.

AUAB CHQ conveys its heartfelt congratulations and sincere appreciation to all members, Circle/District leaders, and the leadership of all constituent Unions and Associations for making the nationwide Lunch Hour Demonstrations a grand success.

AUAB also salutes to the strongly united Executives and Employees of Uttarakhand Circle and also expresses its sincere gratitude to entire BSNL workforce for extending unwavering solidarity and support to the employees of Uttarakhand Circle.

The overwhelming participation from every nook and corner of the country has once again reaffirmed the unparalleled unity of the BSNL workforce under the banner of AUAB. This united voice against the anti-BSNL restructuring proposal has sent a powerful message to the BSNL Management as well as the Government of India.

AUAB firmly believes that this unprecedented display of unity and determination will compel the authorities to reconsider the proposed restructuring plan and engage in meaningful consultations with the representatives of the employees before taking any decision.

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AUAB continues the agitational Call with LHD all over India:  Online meeting of unions and associations held on 30/07/2026 to discuss the Pilot Project issue of Uttarakhand. The agitating members and Circle Secretaries of Uttarakhand have participated in the meeting. After a lengthy discussion on the issue the leaders decided to request the management to roll back the Pilot Project in Uttarakhand immediately and also requested the Management to call the all leaders of unions and associations to discuss the issue.

All Unions and Associations unanimously decided to make the lunch hour demonstration at all levels on 31/07/2026 by opposing the Pilot project in Uttarakhand and also requested the Circle/District Secretaries and activists to make the twitter campaign a big success on 03/08/2026.

BSNL Executives & Executives Observe Call Attention Day with Black Badges against the Uttarakhand Pilot Project: Responding to the call of the All Unions and Associations of BSNL (AUAB), BSNL Executives and Non-Executives across the country observed Call Attention Day by wearing black badges to register their strong resentment and determined protest against the BSNL Management's unilateral decision to implement the Uttarakhand Pilot Project.

The nationwide protest reflects the growing anger of employees over the betrayal of management's from its commitments and its continued disregard for the legitimate concerns of the workforce regarding the Uttarakhand Pilot Project.

In Uttarakhand, 100% of the Executives/Non-Executives have launched an indefinite non-cooperation movement and are holding a massive dharana, demonstrating their unwavering resolve against the adamant and indifferent attitude of Management towards implementing the pilot project despite widespread opposition.

The AUAB CHQ extends its warm greetings and heartfelt thanks to all grassroots members, office-bearers, and cadres for their spontaneous, enthusiastic, and united participation, which made today's nationwide programme a grand success. The overwhelming response once again demonstrates the unity, strength, and determination of BSNL employees in defending their rights and protecting the interests of the organization.

To further intensify the struggle, the AUAB has decided to organize massive demonstrations at every workplace and at all GM/CGM offices on 31/07/26 along with the submission of memorandums highlighting the burning issues of BSNL Executives/Non-Executives, with the immediate withdrawal of the Uttarakhand Pilot Project as the foremost demand.

AUAB calls upon every Executive and Non-Executive to remain united, strengthen the ongoing agitation, and make the forthcoming programmes a resounding success until the management withdraws the Uttarakhand Pilot Project and addresses the genuine concerns of BSNL employees. United struggle alone will ensure justice.

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AGM Admin BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads regarding celebrations of Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Campaign from 09/08/2026 to 17/08/2026.  Copy<<<>>   

AGM Estt BSNL CO endorsed DPE OM dated 17/07/2026 for enhancement of IDA w.e.f 01/01/2026 from existing 238.3% to 241.7% i.e. by 3.4 %.  BSNL <<<>>   DPE <<<>> 

It is important that this enhancement of IDA is added in the Salary of July 2026 and enhanced IDA payment will be disbursed along with salary of July 2026 and onwards.  

This clears that enhanced IDA payment process is restored and has become routine matter and will be paid by BSNL on quarterly basis as per the OMs issued by DPE.  

Detailed Update on Meeting by CMD BSNL: The meeting called by CMD BSNL with General Secretaries of All Unions and Associations of BSNL on 21/07/2026, started one hour late at 1930 hrs concluded at 2120 Hrs after threadbare discussions on pilot project of Uttarakhand Circle Restructuring, clearance of HR issues and consideration of Representations on Transfers & OTP Requests.

After welcome by the Director, CMD BSNL gave a brief idea about the Restructuring pilot project, conveyed that the restructuring proposal is being initiated as per the directions from the Minister of Communication for implementation of this pilot project. CMD stressed that the amended Restructuring plan will be implemented in all Circles with some changes suggested by the Unions and Associations.

CMD BSNL categorically informed that there is no chance of withdrawal of the Restructuring plan and only modifications are possible in it and appealed to leaders to share their feedback.

CMD BSNL also assured of consideration of HR issues including issues related to Transfer Posting. He expressed displeasure that till nobody is owning BTS except 3-4 Circles and there is need to give more by BSNL workforce and appealed all to give their best for BSNL.

All the representatives present in the meeting strongly opposed the proposed restructuring and unanimously demanded its complete withdrawal. It was pointed out that the proposal is based primarily on Gram Panchayat and Block-level norms, ignoring the well-established manpower planning principles followed by BSNL over the years. The representatives emphasized that the proposal neither considers operational requirements nor the business and revenue needs of BSNL.

The representatives highlighted that the real reasons for service interruptions are shortages of stores and maintenance materials, inadequate bandwidth augmentation, ageing batteries, power plants, and infrastructure deficiencies and not the present deployment pattern of executives. It was suggested that while procurement of materials may continue centrally, maintenance-related works should be decentralized to the Business Area level for faster restoration and better accountability.

The meeting also emphasized that BSNL Management has repeatedly introduced organizational experiments without evaluating their outcomes, and that the present restructuring proposal lacks a sound business model, financial analysis, operational justification, or projected revenue benefits. It was categorically stated that no restructuring proposal should be implemented without first addressing the long-pending HR issues affecting the morale of employees.

We strongly objected to the pilot Restructuring plan just for posting of all JTOs/SDEs based on GPs and Blocks without giving due weightage to the operational requirement of BSNL and its impact on revenue generation. The existing manpower is already inadequate to handle the present workload.

We submitted that there are 7256 blocks Copy<<<>>  and about 2,65,000 Gram Panchayats all over India and BSNL does not have adequate manpower to post executives at each block and no chance to cover Gram Panchayats and these arrangements through proposed Restructuring Plan would not only overburden the executives further but will adversely affect service delivery.

We suggested Fresh recruitment of local manpower to meet technical requirements arising from additions of the BBNL network in BSNL. These specialized persons can take care of the issues related to BBNL Network spread across Gram Panchayats which is the primary concern of the management behind this restructuring plan. .

We further stated that Management is hiding its failure in giving adequate store, upgradation of Bandwidth requirement as per enhancement requirement of Internet, required Battery Sets, Power plants and related infrastructure including availability of 24 hours Electric supply which is real cause of down time. We also narrated that the centralized Tender for Stores/Material may be continued, but requested that all the tenders related to maintenance of the services should be decentralized at BA levels for effective utilization of services.

We pointed out that Management is coming with different ideas and has failed in successfully implementing such ideas even though there was some base for such ideas. But in this restructuring plan there is no proper base, nothing supportive is available and hence this plan will be a complete failure and it will add more loss to BSNL.

We categorically said that Management is going ahead unilaterally without giving any consideration to the actual needs of BSNL.

We pointed out that every time we are assured of resolution of HR issues and nothing has materialized even the report of the HR Finance Committee is not discussed before its finalization and all the actions of management are unidirectional and the same is not acceptable.

CMD BSNL was not in a mood to hear further arguments on the issue and he intervened stating that the issues recommended by HR Fin Committee i.e. TA/DA and SAB Contribution increases are already decided and the results will be seen soon. He directed PGM Pers to put up MC Note for its approval in the Management Committee Meeting scheduled on coming Thursday and PGM Pers consented for the same. CMD was of the opinion that it is a routine matter and there is no delay in its consideration and a copy of the report can be shared by PGM Pers.

We strongly put forward that the Management is coming with such repeated proposals and nothing is seen as a positive outcome. We pointed out that on one hand employees are denied third PRC for more than decade giving reasons of Profit loss of BSNL and applying only Affordability clause while other clauses in favor of granting PRC are neglected. We insisted that before going with any such restructuring review even for pilot Project, management has to look into long pending genuine HR issues with financial benefits viz. Third Pay/Wage Revision, Upgraded Standard Pay Scales. We categorically submitted that only after resolving these Major HR issues, the proposal can be discussed but before that we cannot discuss any such even pilot Restructuring plan.

We reiterated our demand for Complete rollback of the Uttarakhand Restructuring Plan remains the primary and non-negotiable demand of all leaders. Instead of going ahead with unilateral implementation, BSNL Management should first start detailed consultations with the Unions and Associations.

We sought for the restructuring plan that must clearly explain the business model, the financial rationale, the expected revenue growth, the operational benefits and the profitability that will come out of the proposed changes.

We asked for a well thought Restructuring Plan that should be prepared without disturbing the existing three-tier structure of Corporate Office, Circle and Business Area and mainly giving consideration of generation of minimum required revenue for BSNL.

We raised serious objections, fundamental lacunae in the Restructuring plan and demanded for immediate roll back of Restructuring plan for Uttarakhand Pilot project and discuss all the issues in detail.

It completely ignores the long-standing norms that have been followed by BSNL for years. No proper weightage has been given to the actual operational requirements of BSNL and to revenue generation. Management is proceeding unilaterally without considering the real needs of BSNL and the feelings of the workforce. While strengthening rural connectivity is important, it should be achieved within the existing organizational framework and without harming the revenue-generating areas.

Any Restructuring plan that adversely affects the revenue-generating capabilities of the Circles will not be acceptable. We insisted that Management should not present vague proposals to DoT and should withdraw this baseless and defective Restructuring plan.

We also expressed serious concern about the insensitive approach of Management in dealing HR issues and specifically delay of two months in considering the genuine representations.

In response, CMD BSNL told that discussions should continue and instructed Director HR and PGM Pers to have detailed discussions with these leaders and look into their suggestions and left the meeting stating that he is having another meeting.

Before leaving meeting, CMD BSNL confirmed the following

·   He directed to continue the meeting, have more rounds of discussions, include Uttarakhand team also in the discussions and finalize the issues.

· To decide to review all Representations received against transfers viz. Medical, PwBD, caregiver, immunity, age bar and pending OTP Transfers etc will be considered sympathetically.

·       On HR issues recommended by the Committee will be decided in the coming BSNL MC meeting which is scheduled on coming Thursday.

· On our request to CMD BSNL to approve the recommendations of the Committee for clearing disparity in educational qualification as now Honourable court has given directions for its consideration, CMD BSNL informed that he will discuss it with PGM Legal and suitable action will be taken on this subject matter.

The meeting continued by Director HR and PGM Pers and made one more attempt to convince leaders that there is nothing wrong in this pilot project and they are ready for discussions and appealed to leaders to share their suggestions and firmly assured that all possible suggestions will be given consideration of the pilot project.

We shared the restructuring guidelines issued by BSNL in 2021 for justification of posts wherein basis for justification of posts is Landlines, Broadbands, FTTH, Transmission Network and nowhere it is mentioned that posts will be justified on the basis of the Gram Panchayat.

We shared the recent orders issued by Kerala Circle, Karnataka Circle, Maharashtra Circle and Gujarat Circle for restructuring review where no consideration is given to Gram Panchayat and Block level posting of Employees as being done in Uttarakhand Circle.

We called for reasons for such justification based on Gram Panchayat and block and in response PGM Rstg/SR informed that the Minister of Communications desires to have presence of BSNL employees at Rural places to grab the business opportunities.

We expressed that for many years BSNL Management has been informing that there is no business in the Rural area and has taken the decision to close all rural Exchanges . In the last five years each and every exchange in Rural and even in urban area is closed by closing or changing over existing landlines to FTTH and in Gram Panchayat level no landline connection is working and entire communications is depending on Mobile services maintained through vendors and FTTH Connections maintained through TIPs. It was also propagated by Management that entire business activities are centralized at BA and Circle HQs and maximum executives transferred from their locations are posted to BA/Circle HQs. The activities like MM, Tendering, Planning of Equipments, Distribution of stores etc is centralized and many executives and JEs have already undergone transfers and transferring them again will be harassment to them.

We shared a copy of Restructuring order issued by BSNL Corporate office before fortnight wherein three tier structure is issued for BSNL works Copy<<<>> and within 15 days six tier Structure in being issued and asked for clarification for such contradiction order. PGM Pers responded that this is a different scenario and Uttarakhand is different. When we asked details it was only shared that it is reducing layers for office efficiency and in field units the efficiency will be increased by addition of tiers. We expressed that management is using rules as per choice and not following ethical or office values in deciding the issues.

We also shared that since last decade the JTO and SDE are treated equal and JTOs were reporting to AGMs and this has been changed all of sudden without giving any reasons for it. PGM Pers informed that in these arrangements also the reporting of JTOs may continue to AGMs but added that some JTOs will have to report SDEs.

On posting of JTOs at Gram panchayat level, PGM Pers informed that no JTOs will be posted at Gram Panchayat Level and all will be posted to Block level but they will have to monitor Gram Panchayats under his /her control.

We asked for the supporting hand as the majority who were responsible for line maintenance have left BSNL and TIPs and contract workers of vendors available do not bother with instructions of JTOs/SDEs. We expressed what will be the change in their working if JTOs are posted at Block level as JTO do not have any control over TIPs and workers of vendors. This will not solve the very purpose of change in posting of JTOs, but there was no suitable answer from the management and was informed by Director HR that JTO will be king of that area. We emphasized that in today’s scenarios when even CGMs do not have adequate powers to deal with any issue independently as per practical requirement and how JTOs working at Gram Panchayat Level will be without even minimum required administrative or financial powers, may be explained. Director HR informed that Management will be posting JTOs to their home town places and directed PGM Pers to ensure that certain powers are delegated to JTOs.

We narrated that Management is giving wrong feedback to DoT and hence such baseless and anti BSNL proposals are being projected.

We stressed that Management has to put the factual position before DoT and Honourable Minister of Communications . But unfortunately, such capabilities are missing and management seems to be following each word by DoT without applying mind. We told that we will not allow Management to go ahead with such one sided, biased Restructuring plan damaging overall growth of BSNL, future of BSNL and its executives.

We highlighted that associations and Unions are pursuing additional posts for effecting promotions for all eligible executives and JEs but nothing has been done by Management even after constitution of two committees for the same. But has come up in hurry with this Restructuring plan of rearrangement among available executives and employees shifting them from revenue earning areas to loss making areas.

We pressed that if management really wants to have proper restructuring then first add the post for effective promotion of all eligible JEs and JTOs respectively to JTO and SDE Cadre and in that case some rearrangement with focus to revenue can be decided.

We suggested that wherever required, outsourced manpower may be utilized at the GP level. Specialized activities such as Transmission, Core Network, OFC and other technical domains must continue to be handled only by specialized officers. Expecting every JTO or SDE to perform all specialized functions is neither practical nor acceptable.

We reiterated that we have no objection for rural areas where there is really Telecom business for BSNL with desired revenue but we will not allow posting even in semi urban areas where there is no desired revenue for BSNL.

We stressed that management cannot work in blind approach in following the each and every instructions of DoT/MoC and it will have to take stand as per the needs of BSNL.

We pointed out the concept of One Geography One Owner projected in order dated 04/07/2026 and how the geography has been defined in Uttarakhand Circle. We asked when even two Gram Panchayats are not at one Geography, how it will be owned by One owner and there was no answer from Management to it.

We categorically pointed out that there will be no change in place of posting of AGM and above level officers but about each and every JTO and SDE will be dislocated. PGM Pers informed that the post of GMs is being reduced as officers on deputation are to be repatriated to DoT. We asked why these posts are reduced, when a good number of officers are available and these posts can be occupied by other eligible officers and junior officers under looking after arrangements. PGM Pers informed that the issues will be discussed further.

In continuation to our queries we have asked for clarification on certain points as submitted in the last meeting Copy<<<>> and it was assured that such issues will be clarified in the next meeting.

We also narrated that there are no office Accommodations in many Blocks and some districts and BSNL has closed its offices by surrendering rented buildings and hence posting of Executives and employees at these places will be nothing but futile exercise and hence needs to be stopped before it is implemented.

We pointed out that in Restructuring order it is mentioned that there is no expenditure involved in implementation of this Restructuring model, but there is huge money involved in mass transfer of executives and employees and management cannot continue with such wrong projection of information.

We asked for data used for calculation of profits after implementation of this Restructuring plan and it was not available with Management. We informed that BSNL has installed over One lakh Mobile towers in Rural areas, but BSNL is not earning profits out of it but losses are added to BSNL balance sheet. This futile Restructuring exercise will also add losses to BSNL and there is no chance of any profit out of it.

We narrated that Uniform implementation without considering ground realities will adversely affect both service quality and the employees.

Existing manpower is already inadequate to handle the present workload. Such an arrangement centred only at Gram Panchayat level would only overburden executives at JTO/SDE level and will adversely affect service delivery.

Specialized activities such as Transmission, Core Network, OFC and other technical domains must continue to be handled by specialized executives and such random shifting on basis of Gram Panchayat and Block will hamper the specialized needs of BSNL.

BSNL Management expects that every JTO/SDE has to perform all activities starting from labour to GM level including specialized functions and with fixing responsibility only to JTO/SDEs is neither practical nor acceptable. This is an impractical and unfair expectation which will ruin the cadres which are working at frontline and facing different challenges.

We insisted that adequate resources, maintenance funds, infrastructure and vehicles must be provided before assigning any additional responsibilities to the field units.

The unique geographical and operational challenges of hilly and difficult terrains must be properly factored into any restructuring plan.

We expressed that BSNL was formed to overcome control of Government on newly created PSU, but over the years entire control of BSNL is regained by DoT and there are virtually no role of BSNL Management and every time we are being informed that this action and that action is being taken as per the directions of DoT.

We submitted that if the restructuring is being driven by higher authorities in DoT and the Ministry, then all BSNL employees should be brought on Government rolls and should be extended the benefits of the 7th/8th Central Pay Commission along with Government Pension to executives and employees.

After elaborate discussions for about one hour, it has been decided that before or on coming Friday, fresh discussions will be held in presence of Team Uttarakhand and both sides will present their views and then only further course of action will be decided.