Fifth Circle Conference of SNEA, HP Circle Held Successfully at Manali: (Report by Shri.B.R.Rahi, Circle President, SNEA HP Circle):
The Fifth Circle Conference of SNEA, HP Circle was conducted with
great enthusiasm and grandeur on 01 & 02/05/2026 at The Katoch Grand Resort, Manali, District Kullu, Himachal Pradesh.
The event witnessed remarkable participation from executives across
the HP Circle and reflected the collective strength and unity of the
association.
The Circle
Conference witnessed active participation from all District Secretaries, Circle
Office Bearers, CWC Members, Delegates, CHQ Office Bearers, and enthusiastic
members from across HP Circle. The Conference was graced by the esteemed
presence of the following Distinguished
Dignitaries.
·
Shri. Rajan Kamboj, CGMT HP
Circle Chief Guest
·
Shri. M. S. Adasul, General
Secretary, SNEA CHQ.
·
Shri. N. D. Ram, Chief
Patron & Former GS SEWA.
· Shri. Balwant Singh Sharma, All India
Vice President.
·
Shri. Jagtar Singh, Joint
Secretary North CHQ.
· Shri. Arvind Pal Dahiya, Joint
Secretary Central CHQ.
·
Shri. Sudershan Kumar, Former
CS HP Circle.
·
Shri. Gurpreet Singh, CS SNEA Punjab Circle.
·
Shri. Gurvinder Singh, CP SNEA Punjab Circle.
·
Shri. Govil Bharti,
Treasurer Punjab Circle.
Grand Inauguration & Open Session: The
conference commenced with a warm welcome by Shri. Tilak Thakur, Circle
President, SNEA HP Circle, who greeted all dignitaries, delegates, and members.
The Open
Session, presided over by him, featured insightful addresses from distinguished
speakers. All guests were felicitated with bouquets, traditional Himachali
caps, and shawls.
Key Highlights from Addresses:-
Shri. B.
R. Rahi, Circle Secretary, SNEA HP Circle warmly welcomed the Distinguished Dignitaries, gathering
and appraised the house of pressing developmental and HR issues in HP Circle.
He highlighted that SNEA has been consistently and effectively pursuing various
HR matters at the Circle level and many HR issues resolved at Circle level. He
also appreciated the positive and supportive approach of the CGMT, HP Circle
towards executives' concerns.
Shri. Tilak
Thakur emphasized the indispensable role of unity among executives
for achieving organizational goals.
Shri. Balwant
Singh Sharma, All India Vice President CHQ
highlighted the need for a unified
struggle at Corporate Office level and motivated members with ongoing
CHQ efforts. He motivated the gathering by highlighting the sustained and
sincere efforts being made by CHQ leadership in addressing key concerns. And he
also aware the gathering regarding the efforts made by the GS, SNEA specially
at their own level and at association level by working 18:00 Hrs daily
Shri. Jagtar
Singh, Jt. Secretary North CHQ updated the house on
various organizational activities and urged executives to further strengthen
unity to achieve long-pending demands. He high lighting the points that
association done and ongoing activities at Corporate Level with the management.
Shri.
Arvind Pal Dahiya Jt. Secretary
Central CHQ elaborated on the initiatives taken by CHQ
for resolving HR issues and appealed to all executives to contribute actively
towards the growth and development of BSNL.
Shri.
M. S. Adasul, GS SNEA CHQ delivered a comprehensive and
impactful address, providing detailed updates on HR issues at BSNL Corporate
Office, DoT, and Government levels. He highlighted the substantial financial
support extended by the Government of India for the revival of BSNL till date
and its utilization. He emphasized the significance of unity and collective
strength, along with the progress on key issues such as 3rd PRC and Standard
Pay Scales. He assured the gathering of continuous and persistent follow-up
with management and expressed optimism regarding positive outcomes. His
address was highly informative and captivating, with the audience attentively
engaged until late night hours. He delivered a highly impactful and detailed
address covering HR issues at Corporate Office, DoT, and Government level and put
forwards many issues related to growth and development of BSNL and future of
BSNL and enlightened house on different Issues.
Shri. Rajan
Kamboj, CGMT HP Circle, appreciated the
constructive role of SNEA and acknowledged the exceptional dedication of field
executives, especially in the challenging terrain of Himachal Pradesh Shri. Appreciated
the constructive and positive role played by SNEA in addressing organizational
and HR issues. He acknowledged the critical contribution of executives in
maintaining and enhancing BSNL services, especially under challenging
conditions in the hilly terrain of Himachal Pradesh Shri. He lauded the
dedication of field executives, who often go beyond their call of duty, even
contributing from personal resources when required, without compromising
service quality. He reiterated that BSNL employees form the backbone of the
organization and commended their unwavering commitment across urban and remote
areas. He highlighted progress in BharatNet services and ongoing initiatives
for operational improvement and network expansion. He further informed that HP
Telecom Circle signed an MoU worth ₹142.38 crore with the HP Education Department under the Samagra
Shiksha Abhiyan for the implementation of digital infrastructure in 777
classrooms across Himachal Pradesh—marking a significant achievement and one of
the largest orders for BSNL in India. Addressing HR concerns, he assured that
management is cognizant of the issues and efforts are being made for their
timely resolution. He emphasized the need for effective coordination between
the association and administration. In conclusion, he conveyed his best wishes
for the election of the new Circle Body and assured full cooperation from the
administration. He highlighted Strengthening
of BharatNet services, Operational improvements and network expansion , Landmark
MoU of ₹142.38
crore with HP Education Department under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan for 777
digital classrooms, major achievement for BSNL. He assured management’s
commitment toward addressing HR concerns and extended full cooperation to the
newly elected body.
Delegate
Session: In the Delegate Session commenced on day one, with focus on
detailed deliberations on HR issues and policy matters, Organizational
strengthening, Operational challenges, CS and CT reports etc.
Shri. M.
S. Adasul, GS SNEA CHQ interacted extensively with
delegates and appreciated the significant role of HP Circle despite being a
comparatively small telecom circle. He highlighted the valuable contribution of
CHQ office bearers from HP Circle.
Detailed
deliberations were held on key issues including Membership Verification,
organizational strengthening, pay loss, Progress on 3rd PRC and Standard
Pay Scales, Factual position and issues related to delayed IDA payments,
Transport Allowance Revision, Enhancement in SAB Contribution,
efforts on all India LTC Restoration, Continuous
engagement with management for early resolution and updated house, transfer/posting
concerns, Membership Verification & Organizational Strengthening and other
HR policies.
All
queries raised by delegates were addressed comprehensively, and the interaction
was widely appreciated for its transparency and effectiveness. The session
remained engaging until late night hours, followed by dinner.
Financial
Report: Shri. Anil Kumar Mahant, Circle
Treasurer, presented the financial report, which was unanimously approved
by the house with appreciation.
Key
Resolutions Passed in this Circle Conference: After
detailed deliberations, the house unanimously adopted the following
resolutions:
· To
ensure effective communication with members, considering the geographical
challenges of Himachal Pradesh, and to strengthen branch-level formations
across BA units
· To
safeguard and protect the interests of executives at all levels.
· To
pursue resolution of HR and financial issues with Circle Management and BSNL
Management through CHQ.
· To
strengthen membership across all districts and organizational wings.
Election
of New Circle Body: Before dissolution of existing
Body Shri. Ashwani Kumar was unanimously nominated as
Chairman/Election Officer by the house. Shri. Jagtar Singh, Jt.
Secretary North, CHQ Observed the elections proceedings on behalf of CHQ. In
the unanimous elections Shri. B. R. Rahi, SDE Architect Shimla, Shri. Pankaj Chopra , SDE Rural,
Shimla and Shri. Sanjeev Kumar, SDE,
Hamirpur are respectively elected as Circle President, Circle Secretary
and Circle Treasurer. NEW Circle Body
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The
Election Officer administered the oath of allegiance to the newly elected body.
The newly elected team assured their commitment to work with dedication,
transparency, and unity.
The proceedings
of Circle Conference started from 1500 Hrs on first day conducted at 2230 Hrs
on second day, with National Anthem and resounding slogans of unity.
PHOTOS <<<>>
Update on JTO to SDE Electrical wing Promotions: The DPC for JTO to SDE Electrical wing Promotions
completed today.
After completion of other administrative formalities and approval
of the Competent Authority, the promotion order is expected in the coming week.
Happy World Environment day
As part of the United Nations Environment Programme to build
awareness to save life on Earth, every Year, 5th June is observed as
World Environment Day.
The day is observed to raise global awareness to take positive
environmental action to protect nature and the planet Earth..
The world is struggling with pollution and climate change. Trees
are most essential to save the environment.
Together, let's make our earth Greener, Cleaner and Healthier.
Congratulations!!!: AGM Estt BSNL CO issued the
formal order for approval and SOP of Sabbatical leave for BSNL Executives. Copy<<<>>
As informed earlier, the Sabbatical Leave was
approved by BSNL Board in its meeting held on 22/05/2026 and now the formal
order for its implementation and SOP is issued.
The detailed provisions governing eligibility,
duration, of sabbatical leave conditions applicable during the sabbatical leave
period, procedure for submission and approval of Leave applications,
obligations of employees and terms of re-joining along with SOP are covered in
this letter.
This will be the most useful facility made
available for all BSNL Executives with continuous persuasion by SNEA at
different levels.
SNEA CHQ
conveys sincere thanks and gratitude to Shri A. Robert J. Ravi, CMD BSNL,
Dr. Kalyan Sagar Nippani, Director HR and Shri. S.P. Singh, PGM Estt
BSNL CO and his team for all the initiatives and actions since the proposal
submitted by SNEA to till today by issuing final order of approval and
implementation of the most awaited sabbatical leave for BSNL Executives.
SNEA CHQ
also conveys thanks to all its Circle Secretaries and activists at all levels
for timely feedback on this issue and prolonged patience for such a positive
outcome.
In
similar manner SNEA is pursuing at all levels for approval of Enhancement
of SAB Contribution, Enhancement of TA/DA rates for AGM and below level
executives, Approval of Benevolent Fund for Executives, Conversion of SPS to
NPS, Restoration of all India LTC facility, Restoration of medical
reimbursement limits, Enhancement of Transport Allowance, Restoration of
Kashmir Valley allowance etc and we are hopeful for
similar orders in days to come.
AGM VA
BSNL CO endorsed CVC Circular to all Circle Heads for Scrutiny of Property
Returns to ensure that the number of property returns scrutinized must not be
less than 20% of total property returns IPR of December 2025 onwards so that
each employee may be covered in span of 5 years. Copy<<<>>
Special
Message-May 2026 Edition by Respected Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia ji, Honourable
Minister of Communications, Govt of India. Message<<<>>
AGM Pers
BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads regarding extension of Processing of e-APARs
for Executives & Employees of BSNL, online through ESS-Portal for FY
2025-26. Copy<<<>>
The last
date for submission of self-appraisal of executives and non-executives (NE-9
and above) through ESS portal is hereby extended up to 10/06/2026.
All other
timelines related to APAR reporting/reviewing etc already conveyed shall remain
unchanged.
All
executives and non-executives of BSNL are hereby advised to comply with the
timelines for processing of e- APARs.
AGM Estt.
BSNL CO writes to all Circle Heads regarding Vacancy Roster bifurcation for Holding
of LICE for the promotion to the post of Junior Hindi Translator for VY-2025. Copy<<<>>
HR issues of BSNL discussed at Top Higher level of Honourable
Minister of State Communications: We are glad to inform that with
continuous follow up by SNEA on pending HR issues at different level, the HR
issues of BSNL Executives are not only being reviewed at BSNL SO and DoT, but
now the same are being reviewed at top higher level of Honourable Minister of
State Communications and Rural Development, Govt of India.
Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasaani ji Honourable Minister of
Communications has conducted special review meeting with Shri. A Robert J Ravi,
CMD BSNL, Shri. K. Balaji, Joint Secretary Admn DoT, Dr. Kalyan
Sagar Nippani, Director HR BSNL and Shri Rajeev Kaushik PGM Pers/SR
BSNL CO wherein pending HR issues of BSNL Executives with financial impact and
no financial impact are discussed in depth.
This information has been officially shared on X handle by Honourable
Minister of State Communications Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasaani ji. LINK<<<>>
SNEA appeals all executives and employees of BSNL to tweet,
retweet, like and share comments conveying thanks to and gratitude to Respected
Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasaani ji, Honourable Minister of State
Communications and Rural Development.
It is understood that all prominent HR issues of BSNL Executives
viz. Third PRC implementation for BSNL workforce, upgraded Standard
Pay scales for affected executives in BSNL, Enhancement of SAB Contribution
, Review of allowances of BSNL Executives/Employees, Early Promotions of
BSNL Executives by overcoming court hurdles, Exploring internal talent
of BSNL, Succession plan for officers on deputation to BSNL, Having
own management of BSNL, Recruitment of fresh talent for BSNL etc are
discussed in depth for its resolution.
In conclusion of meeting Honourable Minister of State
Communications Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasaani ji has given clear
directions to CMD BSNL that employee grievances are addressed promptly and
no legitimate HR issue is kept pending without resolution.
SNEA conveys sincere thanks and highest gratitude to Respected Dr.
Chandra Sekhar Pemmasaani ji, Honourable Minister of State Communications
for such special review of pending HR Issues of BSNL Executives and to depth
discussions with concerned officers of DoT & BSNL and issuing clear
directions to BSNL Management to resolve all pending HR issues with priority.
SNEA will continue its pursuation at different level with required feedback
and supportive information for early resolutions of pending HR issues and
passing on due benefits to executives.
BSNL management also has taken positive stand on many HR issues and
it is good that BSNL has started taking action on these issues as per the top
higher level discussions and clear directions.
With such high level intervention, we are quiet hopeful for more
positive results on pending HR Issues in month of June/July 2026.
AGM Rectt BSNL
CO issued notification for direct recruitment of Junior Telecom Officer (Telecom)
in BSNL from open market for 100 vacancies. Copy<<<>>
It is good
that the ban on recruitment in BSNL after VRS 2019 has been lifted now and
recruitment process started after gap of six years.
BSNL was
recruiting thousands of JTOs every year but when the now recruitment is being
started after gap of six years, then also only 100 post are declared vacant.
Out of
these 100 vacant posts, 78 post are in only SIX circles viz. KTK 26, KTL 15, MP
10 MH 16, OD 07 and CHTD 05.
Other Circles
have one to three posts and about Nine Circles have no single vacancy of JTOs.
When thousands
of JTO post are vacant, the recruitment of just 100 JTOs on pan India basis is
nothing but wastage of time and money of BSNL as this is too small quantity to
meet present requirement of BSNL over India.
SNEA will
take this issue suitably for practical approach in meeting acute shortage of
JTOs in filed units and to decrease workload of multiple charges given to the
JTOs/SDEs working in the field units and even for consideration of many long pending
Rule 8 Request transfers of existing JTOs, which are not implemented just for
want of substitute.
AGM CA
BSNL CO writes reminder to all Circle Heads regarding Verification of Employee
Data and Payment of Insurance Benefits under BSNL Gratuity and Leave Encashment
Schemes. Copy<<<>>
Mrs. Jaini
Baby, DGM BSNL and stalwart, dedicated Member of SNEA retires on superannuation
with highly successful services in DoT/BSNL: It is a moment of pride,
gratitude and heartfelt appreciation of Mrs. Jaini Baby, DGM BSNL,
Kerala Circle and one of the most respected and steadfast members of SNEA, who retires
on superannuation after completing an illustrious and highly successful more
than 35 years of dedicated service in DoT and BSNL. Copy<<<>>
Mrs. Jaini
Baby has been a true pillar of strength for SNEA. Though she never
sought organizational positions or recognition, her unwavering commitment, silent
sacrifices, and lifelong contributions have significantly strengthened the
Association and inspired generations of executives. Her dedication to the
welfare of executives and the growth of SNEA has earned her immense respect and
admiration across the country.
Mrs. Jaini
Baby commenced her professional journey as a JTO Telecom in 1990
and through her competence, commitment, and exemplary leadership, rose through
various positions as SDE since 2001, AGM since 2018 and as DGM LA since 2021,
leaving an indelible mark at every stage of her career including 13 years
period at BSNL Corporate Office from 2009 to 2022. Her professional life stands
as a shining example of excellence, integrity, punctuality, perseverance, and
selfless service.
Known
for her impeccable work ethic, discipline, and dedication, Mrs. Jaini Baby has
always been regarded as one of the most respected women leaders associated with
SNEA. Throughout her career, she combined professional excellence with active
involvement in Association activities, consistently extending her support and
guidance whenever required.
Her
professional journey is a beautiful tapestry woven with devotion, integrity,
perseverance, and compassion. However, the contribution of Mrs. Jaini Baby
extends far beyond her official responsibilities. Her life has been closely
intertwined with the history and growth of SNEA itself.
During
the long and eventful tenure of her spouse, Mr. K. Sebastian, as AGS and
GS SNEA, Mrs. Jaini Baby made extraordinary personal sacrifices. By
relocating her family to Delhi and standing firmly beside him throughout nearly
twelve years of demanding organizational responsibilities, she became an unseen
but indispensable force behind many of the defining moments in the journey of
SNEA.
While
the Association witnessed the leadership and courage of a GS, Mrs. Jaini
Baby displayed an equally remarkable courage as a life partner, facing
uncertainties, pressures, and hardships with patience, resilience, and
determination. Through every challenge, she remained steadfast, never allowing
adversity to weaken her resolve.
Many
members will fondly remember her active participation in organizational
activities, meetings, demonstrations, and forums, often representing the
collective voice of executives as one of the few women leaders in the movement.
Her contribution was not merely participative, but it was inspirational.
Through her dedication and example, numerous women executives found the
confidence to come forward, assume responsibilities, and emerge as leaders
within SNEA.
The
strength, inclusiveness, and vibrancy that characterize SNEA today carry the
imprint of her tireless efforts, sacrifices, and silent yet powerful leadership.
After rendering such great and devoted services throughout the life, Mrs. Jaini
Baby, retired on 30/05/2026 on superannuation retirement from the highly successful
35 years & five months of services in DoT and BSNL.
SNEA CHQ
recognises devoted services of Mrs. Jaini Baby, as committed leader of JTOA,
TEOA and SNEA which she rendered to the Executives in BSNL in general and
Members of SNEA in particular.
On this
great occasion, on behalf of thousands of the members and leaders of SNEA all
over India, SNEA CHQ congratulate Mrs. Jaini Baby, for successfully
completing such long and spotless services in DoT/BSNL and conveys best wishes
for her very Healthy, Wealthy and long retired life.