

Session wise Report of 32nd All India Conference
at Bhopal: Second Session: Pre-AIC CWC Meeting: {Report
by Shri. Niranjan Sahu, AGS CHQ}: The
pre-AIC CWC session commenced on 18/05/2025 at 1500 Hrs at the Conference hall
of Hotel Varshish Inn, Bhopal to discuss and deliberate the issues related to
be discussed and decided in the All India Conference viz. Schedule of AIC,
Report of GS, Treasurer, Amendments to be incorporated in the SNEA constitution
and all other issues related to preparations and Arrangements of AIC Bhopal. .
The Meeting was attended by CHQ Office Bearers, Circle Secretaries
and CWC Members from all Circles and the same was presided over by, Shri
Manish Samadhiya, President CHQ.
Shri. R.K. Deepak, Circle
Secretary, SNEA MP Circle, the host Circle for AIC in welcome address gave
warm welcome to all the delegates, Circle Secretaries and CWC members attending
the pre-AIC CWC Meeting and on behalf of the host Circle team. He gave brief
idea about Historical city Bhopal, MP Circle and preparation assured
his co-operation to ensure the ease and convenience of all the participants in
respect of the accommodation facilities and the food arrangements to make the AIC
memorable for all the delegates.
Shri. Manish Samadhiya, President CHQ
in his presidential speech highlighted the achievements by the Association
during this period and also focused on the issues which are in the pipeline and
the persuasion by the Association on various fronts. Thereafter the agenda for
discussion was approved by the CWC and the agenda items were opened for
discussion.
Shri G. Valanarasu, Chairman of the
Constitution Amendment Committee, presented the various
amendments proposed by the Committee for the approval of the CWC. There were
discussions held on each proposal recommended by the Committee and after
detailed discussions many of the proposed amendments were approved by the
house. The CWC placed on record its appreciation for the hard work put in by
the members of the Constitution Amendment Committee and felicitated them for
their exemplary contribution.
Shri M. S. Adasul, General
Secretary, presented brief report on CHQ activities by SNEA during the
outgoing tenure and responded to all the queries raised by the CS
& CWC Members in the meeting and updated the CWC on the status of the
various issues under persuasion and the issues which were expected to be
addressed shortly.
The CWC members raised the burning issues of the Executives and
discussions were held in a healthy and constructive manner. The prominent
issues discussed were:
· Persuasion
of the Standard Pay Scale issue in DoT and its present status as the youngsters
recruited in BSNL post 2007 are suffering huge pay loss.
· Increase
in SAB contribution for BSNL recruited employees
· Implementation
of 3rd PRC for the BSNL employees
· Settlement
of Old Pension Issue for the BSNL employees recruited against the
notification by the DoT.
· GTI
and GHI premium to be borne by BSNL
· Increase
in the Ceiling for Out Door Medical Reimbursement limit
· Designation
change for the field Executives in accordance with the designations in
Corporate Office
· Second
Saturday leave or compensatory leave for the field Executives
· Regular
updation of SAB contribution in the portal
· OTP
transfer to Home Circles on completion of two years in the present Circle.
· Issues
in the hard Tenure Circles and Soft Tenure areas and reinstatement of Circle
break for serving in Soft Tenure Areas
· Issues
in the indigenous 4G rollout and the issues in the Core and 4G network to be
addressed on priority to arrest the large number of subscribers porting out
from BSNL network.
· Issue
in various Core Network Transmission Routes and alternate ways of hiring
bandwidth for the short term to address the frequent failures.
There were fruitful discussions on all issues of the Executives in
BSNL and various issues pursued by SNEA at different levels prominently HR and
development issues were discussed in detail in the pre-AIC CWC session.
Subsequently, Shri. Tata Babu, CHQ Treasurer presented the
audited financial statement and Balance Sheet for all three years before the
CWC. After going through the financial statement, certain details sought by the
members were furnished and all the queries raised in respect of the
expenditures made under various heads including the Welfare Claims were
clarified by the CHQ Treasurer. After discussing the financial statement
thoroughly, the CWC adopted the financial report. The CWC Meeting also recorded
its appreciation for the CHQ Treasurer for timely disposal of the Welfare
Claims and for crediting the monthly quota to Circles promptly on receipt of
the amount from BSNL HQ.
The CWC passed resolution congratulating the host team of Circle
for their fantastic arrangements and great hospitality.
The threadbare discussions and deliberations of Pre AIC CWC Meeting
started at 1430 Hrs concluded at 2300 hours with vote of thanks by Shri
Rajesh Manchan, Vice President CHQ. Photos <<>>
SNEA CHQ writes to Shri. A Robert J Ravi ji, CMD BSNL requesting for
kind and immediate intervention on wrong deeds and malafide actions while
issuing pick and choose Transfer and posting of executives and its forceful
implementation by force relieving of Executives by hiding all deliberate transfer
policy violations and wrong deeds. Copy <<<>>> Letter Dated 12/05/2025 <<<>>>
AGM Pers
BSNL CO issued orders granting immunity thereby retention in Inter Circle
Transfer of Shri. N. S. Gadre, DS SNEA Yavatmal, MH. Copy<<<>>
This case was mainly delayed due to confusions created by some offices/officers
and mainly by sending incomplete, partial information first by OA, then BA and
Circle and at many stages concerned offices/officers have drawn conclusion as
per their convenience and mainly with intention to trouble DS SNEA.
But Shri. N. S. Gadre, DS SNEA Yavatmal MH was waiting with full
faith and patience for justice for nine months without salary. The issues created
at different levels were taken by SNEA at the respective level and all such
allegations and wrong interpretations were cleared finally giving justice to
DS.
SNEA conveys thanks to Director HR BSNL Board, PGM Pers BSNL CO and PGM SR BSNL CO for timely
intervention and clearing all manmade hurdles.
We appreciate fight for justice by Shri. N. S. Gadre with prolonged
wait with strong faith on guidelines issued by BSNL CO and its persuasion at
all levels.
AGM TM
ALTTC Ghaziabad writes to all Circle Heads regarding communication of Marks of
JTO Phase-1 online seniority Examination (Second Chance) conducted on 28/05/2025.
Copy<<<>>
AGM Rectt.
BSNL CO writes to Concern Circle Heads regarding corrigendum in Promotion to
the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in respect of LICE JTO (T) cadre
for VYs 2016-17, 2017-18, 2021 & SPL LICE 2021. Copy<<<>>

Session
wise Report of 32nd All India Conference at Bhopal: First Session: CHQ Office Bearers Meeting: {Report by Shri. Niranjan Sahu, AGS CHQ}: The 32nd All India Conference of SNEA held at Bhopal from 18th
to 21st May 2025 at Ravindra Bhavan, Bhopal Madhya Pradesh
Circle.
Before AIC, the last CHQ OB Meeting was
held on 18/05/2025 at 1100 Hrs in the Board Room, Hotel Emerald, Bhopal which
was attended by about all CHQ OBs. This was strategic session laid the
groundwork for the All India Conference and reflected the association’s commitment
to unity, preparedness, and progressive leadership. The session was presided over by Shri.
Manish Samadhiya, President CHQ.
The meeting started with after a brief welcome speech by Shri.
Pavitra Singh, AGS HQ.
Shri Manish Samadhiya, President CHQ who extended a warm welcome to all CHQ office bearers. In his opening remark, he acknowledged the tireless efforts and notable contributions of each CHQ OB over the past tenure. He emphasized that the organizational strength and resilience of SNEA was a direct outcome of sustained unity and collaboration among its leadership. He revisited the precedent set at the last AIC held in Visakhapatnam, where a unanimously selected leadership body had been formed and fruitful results in successful pursuation of certain HR issues and regaining the glorious history of SNEA.
Shri. M.S. Adasul, GS provided a comprehensive overview of the latest developments at CHQ and interactions at the management level. He led discussions on the detailed agenda for the XXXII AIC, and after thoughtful deliberation and input from members, the agenda and schedule was finalized for presentation at both the Ore- AIC Central Working Committee (CWC) Meeting and AIC. The outline of the General Secretary’s Report was also reviewed and finalized during the session.
The session proceeded with the financial presentation by Shri. Tata Babu Karanam, Treasurer CHQ who
offered a detailed account of the association’s financial management over the
previous tenure. He also shared how his engagement in SNEA had positively
influenced his professional
discipline and personal growth, showcasing the deeper impact of
organizational involvement.
All CHQ OBs shared their
individual experiences, challenges, and learnings from the current tenure. They
also provided constructive suggestions for the new CHQ body to consider. This
exchange of insights highlighted the collective wisdom and commitment of the
current team, and reinforced the association’s guiding values.
Shri. Rajesh Manchan, Vice President CHQ shared his
guidance and motivation for the CHQ team. He emphasized unity and expressed
satisfaction in the working of CHQ under leadership of GS Com. M.S. Adasul. He
also mentioned the significant progress made in resolving issues related to the
civil and electrical wings, along with a positive outlook for upcoming
promotions in the near future.
Shri. Samla Shrinivas, AGS CHQ shared
heartfelt reflections on his journey with CHQ. He noted that his first term was
a learning experience, while the second term allowed him to implement and
resolve issues effectively. He proudly recalled the transformation of SNEA from
a Support Association to an only Majority Recognized Association with a lead of
over 5,500 votes. He highlighted milestones such as the grand CWCs in Hyderabad
and Delhi and thanked the President and GS for empowering the team with freedom
and trust.
Shri Niranjan Sahu, AGS CHQ conveyed his deep
appreciation for the CHQ team and leadership, especially General Secretary under whose
stewardship several long-pending HR issues, particularly the standard pay scale for JTOs/JAOs, had
progressed significantly. He expressed hope that the new CHQ Body would bring
long-awaited resolutions, especially as discussions were now at an advanced
stage with BSNL, DoT. Adding further momentum to the meeting.
Shri Brelin Issac, AGS CHQ brought attention to the need for constitutional reforms within SNEA,
suggesting specific amendments to better align the constitution with
contemporary organizational needs. He also commended the CHQ team’s proactive efforts, particularly
in handling OTP transfer cases,
appreciating the systematic and sustained follow-up which had led to many
successful resolutions.
Shri Vimal Raghunath AGS CHQ highlighted a number of critical HR concerns, such as the JAO reversal cases and
pending OTP transfer issues,
urging the CHQ and GS to give these matters special attention in the upcoming
term. He praised the unity,
camaraderie, and strong internal support system within CHQ,
which he saw as essential to effective advocacy and timely resolution of member
concerns.
Shri Malla Satya Prasad, Joint Secretary South
CHQ shared his insights on
revenue generation
strategies and drew parallels to the grand success of the Visakhapatnam AIC, which he
had actively led. He provided actionable suggestions to elevate AIC Bhopal to similar heights,
and strongly advocated for the empowerment
of young leaders within the association, emphasizing their role
in shaping a vibrant future for BSNL executives.
Shri. Sumit Saxena, Joint
Secretary Central CHQ expressed deep gratitude for serving two consecutive
terms as CHQ Joint Secretary Central. He recounted his extensive field visits
across Central Zone circles and active participation in various policy and
welfare committees and GTI, GHI, EPF, SAB issues. He recalled accompanying GS
SNEA and GS SEWA during the MV campaign and noted that it was a transformative
journey. Though stepping back due to current professional commitments, he
assured continued support to CHQ.
Shri. Rajendra Khanna, Joint
Secretary West CHQ shared his thoughts on completing his term and extended
his commitment to continue contributing to SNEA as a dedicated member. He
expressed hope that the organization would continue to thrive with the same
unity and passion.
Com. R.K. Deepak, Circle
Secretary, MP Circle hosting the All India Conference along with prominent
leaders of host team, later joined the session to brief the CHQ team on the
last-minute preparations and program details for the AIC. He expressed
confidence in the arrangements and thanked the CHQ leadership for their trust
and cooperation.
Shri Pavita Singh, AGS HQ addressed key HR developments. He openly reflected on his limited ability to serve in the AGS HQ role after being promoted to MT and taking charge as OA Head. Despite these constraints, he reaffirmed his strong intent to continue serving SNEA, expressing gratitude for the opportunity and a sense of unfinished commitment.
The meeting started at 1100 Hrs concluded at 1400 Hrs with a vote of thanks by Com. Tata Babu, CHQ Treasurer, wherein he expressed heartfelt gratitude to all CHQ Office Bearers for their active participation, shared vision, and contributions throughout the tenure.
Update on Court case filed by BSNL against Unions and Associations of BSNL at Patiala Court Delhi: The court case filed by BSNL at Patiala Court on agitational programmes by Associations/ Unions at BSNL Corporate Office Delhi, was listed for hearing on 31/05/2025. But due to transfer of one of judges, the hearing could not take place. Next date of Hearing is 15/11/2025.
Update
on JTO to SDE Court Case Update: The Court case filed on JTO to SDE promotions
at Hon. CAT Chandigarh was listed for hearing today 27/05/2025. However the
hearing could not take place as one of the Respected Judge was on leave. The next
date of hearing is scheduled 07/07/2025.
Update
on AGM to DGM Promotions Court Case: The court case on AGM to DGM Regular promotions filed in Hon.
CAT Chandigarh was listed for hearing on
23/05/2025. The respondent BSNL has filed its reply. The applicants are
instructed to file their rejoinder to the reply filed by the respondents and
the matter is now posted for hearing on 18/08/2025.
Addl CPF
Commissioner, EPFO New Delhi writes to all EPF Zonal Offices raising concern
about the high rejection of joint options for Higher EPF Pension wages with
directions that such applications are processed strictly adhering to guidelines
and instructions provided by Higher office. Copy<<<>>
This
letter narrates that rejection if any should be based on substantial and
justifiable reasons and applicants must be given adequate opportunity to
rectify minor deficiencies in their submissions and Employers & Employees
should be adequately facilitated to complying with the requirements, thereby
ensuring fair and efficient processing of applications for Higher Pension
wages.
This very
important directions in view of negative and careless approach by certain EPFO
offices /officers rejecting cases in masses.
This
issue mass rejection of EPF Higher
Pension option was raised by delegation of SNEA AP Circle during Gunter visit
of Honorable Minister of State Communications Respected Dr. Chandra Sekhar
Pemassani ji, and he was kind enough to assure SNEA delegation and write a
special letter to MoLE.
The issues
were further raised by NCOA with EPFO Office Delhi and also with Ministry of
Labour & Employment (MoLE), Government of India wherein MoLE has given
directions for audit of all rejected cases by a specialized team of CAs
(Chartered Accountants) and EPFO also directed to deploy own audit teams for
the scrutiny of rejected Cases.
This will
definitely give some relief to all Executives who have submitted the option for
higher pension and whose cases are rejected or not yet decided by EPFO and this
will help the executives in BSNL and BSNL as employer to submit the pending
Higher Pension cases by minor corrective actions and submission of required
/missing documents if any.
All individuals
and EPF Nodal Officers have to act proactively and see that no application for
Higher Pension Wages by Executives/ Employees is rejected by EPFO.
DGM RSTG
BSNL CO writes to Concern Circle Heads for change in reporting of IT Project Circle
from Director CFA BSNL Board to Director HR BSNL Board Copy<<<>>
DGM RSTG
BSNL CO writes to Concern Circle Heads for change in administrative control and
reporting structure of MPLS Unit and BBNW Circle . Copy<<<>>
AGM SR
BSNL CO issued notice for first meeting of the Committee constituted for
recommendations of demand by SNEA, AIGETOA and AIBSNLEA for implementation of ‘One PSU One Association’ concept in BSNL and this
meeting will be attended by all members of the Committee and GS of these three
Associations. Copy<<<>>
Success Story of Genuine Grievances of CSS Cadre
Executives: AGM CSS BSNL CO issued repatriation orders of
19 CSS Cadre Executives who were forcefully transferred from different Circles
to BSNL Corporate Office to fill up vacancies of PA/PS created after VRS 2019. Copy<<<>>
In an
unfortunate action by Pers section in 2019, the CSS Cadre executives who opted
for absorption in BSNL for working at their Home Circle/BAs, were forcefully
transferred to BSNL Corporate office stating that they are absorbed in BSNL
only for working in BSNL Corporate Office and their posting at any other
place/Circle is not correct.
These
executives have submitted their grievances to Management and were pursuing but
their genuine say to extent of cry was always unread for months together and
finally they have submitted the grievances to CS/CP SNEA BSNL Corporate Office
and they have further successfully pursued this issue for justice to these
executives.
Initially
there was total reluctance on part of CSS Section and Pers section, but SNEA
CHQ has taken up matter with then Director HR and present Director HR and all
PGM Pers posting in last two years and have convinced management on genuine
grievances and difficulties faced by these executives. With continuous persuasion
of SNEA CHQ one committee headed by PGM Pers was constituted and the committee
has finally submitted its recommendations in December 2024 for posting of the
willing executives to the Circles where they were working earlier and have
submitted request for posting back to these Circles/BAs.
But,
thereafter it was decided to issue all transfer orders in HR Month April 2025,
but these cases were not considered in the order dated 2 May 25.
Now,
requests of all 19 CSS Care Executives working at BSNL CO New Delhi are given
consideration and all are posted to their Choice/Home Circles.
Many of
these executives have conveyed thanks to SNEA for redressal of their genuine
grievances with continuous persuasion which they have witnessed while their
working in Corporate Office. Now they are
happy as finally they have seen justice to join back with their family members
which was next to impossible as per rigid but negative stand of certain
Officers/Offices on their genuine grievances.
SNEA
congratulates all these CSS Cadre executives for their prolonged patience and
faith on continuous persuasion by SNEA and conveys best wishes for their new
assignment at their choice place with joining back to family members after
prolonged wait of four years.
We convey sincere
thanks and gratitude to Shri. A Robert J Ravi, CMD BSNL, Dr. Kalyan Sagar
Nippani, Director HR BSNL Board, Shri. Rajeev Kumar Kaushik, PGM
Pers, Mrs. Anita Johri PGM SR/RSTG and then PGM Pers & Chairman of
the Committee for redressal of grievances of these executives along with
members of Committee and all officers in CSS and Pers Policy wing for giving sympathetic
consideration to the genuine grievances of these CSS cadre Executives and justice
thereof.
This is classic example of justice with peaceful persuasion and success story of justice to CSS Executives who were troubled by forceful transfers with compulsory departing from family members, who will be now joining back to family members with determination to continue to give their best to BSNL.
Under Secretary
DoT Govt. of India issued memorandum on grant of notional increment to absorbed
employees of BSNL/MTNL for the purpose of calculating the pension admissible. Copy<<<>>
AGM SEA
BSNL CO issued orders for change of Circle in case of AO under long stay
transfer and requesting for justice under care giver policy to dependent son. Copy<<<>>
His case
was not given consideration for last two years and he was pursuing it at all
level with prolonged wait for justice and finally he got justice from Director
Finance and New PGM EF BSNL CO.
AGM DPC
BSNL CO writes remainder to Concern Circle Heads regarding Screening Committee
Report and Vigilance Clearance for JTO to SDE Telecom promotion under SCF quota
i.r.o. PwBDs. Copy<<<>>
PGM EF
BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads and IFAs regarding Reconciliation/Verification
of Pension contribution paid to DoT and claims recoverable on account of excess
payment of Pension contribution. Copy<<<>>
AGM MMP-II
BSNL CO issued Advance Work Order for Selection of Examination Agency for
conducting computer based Test/Examination (CBT). Copy<<<>>