The CMD BSNL held at meeting with the representatives of the Unions and Associations in the BSNL on 9.2.15. This was the first formal meeting of the CMD with the Unions after he took over as CMD BSNL. Shri R.C.Pandey, General Secretary BTEU BSNL attended the meeting.
In his opening remarks the CMD has stated that the BSNL is having assets worth more than 90000 crores and whereas the revenue being earned is about 28000 crores only. The CMD has agrred that there were difficulties in the matter of growth the BSNL. He stressed that Data is now very important segment for BSNL. He has stated that the BSNL cannot go on taking loans from the Banks as they have to pay a huge amount as interest on these loans. He has congratulated the Unions and Associations for taking up the case of revival of BSNL with the Management and the Government.
All the demands raised by the Forum were discussed. A brief report is given below.
Filling up posts of CMD BSNL and Directors:CMD post is already filled up. The filling up of posts of Directors, HR, Finance and CM has been taken up with Government. Selection is already over on certain posts.
Stop Formation of Subsidiary Companies:Forum stated that BBNL should be merged with BSNL and no separate Tower Company is to be formed. Management stated that the proposal for Tower Company is only to focus on the tower business, but it will only be a subsidiary company.
Grant of Compensation for providing rural services: The management fully agreed with the demand of the Forum for adequate compensation for the loss making services in the rural areas. CMD stated that even Rs. 1,250 crore approved in lieu of ADC is yet to be paid to BSNL by DoT. The Forum leaders demanded that the issue should be seriously pursued.
Procurement of equipment: The Forum demanded immediate procurement of Cable, Broadband Modem, Drop Wire, Mobile lines etc. for expansion. Management explained the present position. There was some problem with the tender of SIM card which is being sorted out.
Transfer of all assets to BSNL:The BSNL Management was in support of the demand, but the government has to take decision.
Drop proposal of BSNL-MTNL Merger: The Forum explained that until the three important issues of Disinvestment of MTNL, huge liability of BSNL and HR issues are sorted out, no merger will be accepted. The Management stated that no final decision has been taken in the matter.
Spectrum Liberalization and trading by BSNL: Management stated that there is no bar as far as 3G is considered. But since 2G was allotted without auction, the government will not allow spectrum trading and liberalization in 2G.
Fix pension contribution on basis of actual pay instead of on the maximum of the payscale:BSNL management stated that this issue is being pursued with DOT.
Surrendering 1.2 MHz spectrum by BSNL: Management stated no decision has been taken so far.
Reject M/s Deloittee Consultant recommendations: Detailed discussions took place in the matter. This will be further discussed with the Forum within 10 days.
Refund of BWA Spectrum charges to BSNL for the surrendered spectrum:This is being pursued.
Grant of 78.2% IDA pension fixation: The undue delay in the settlement of the issue was strongly protested by the Forum leaders. Management agreed to pursue the matter.
Implement Cabinet decision on 30% superannuation benefits to BSNL direct recruited employees:The Forum leaders strongly demanded that 30% superannuation benefits should be ensured to new recruits. After discussion, the management wanted a detailed note on the issue. This will be furnished by the Forum.
The Management has agreed to issue minutes of the meeting. The meeting went for more than 4 hours in a very cordial atmosphere, but the issues are not settled, since most items are to be settled at DOT/Govt. Levels. Hence our preparation for the struggle should continue.
At the end of the meeting the CMD BSNL Shri Anupam Shrivastava invited Shri R.C.Pandey, GS BTEU for discussions. Shri Manoj Jha, Circle Secretary Bihar circle was also present. The CMD has assured that he would get the HR Plan approved by the BSNL Board so that the pending HR issues can be ratified by the BSNL Board.
The CMD was also appraised of the agitation notice served by the BTEU BSNL on various issues and the need to have a separate meeting with the union on the demands raised.
The CMD was also briefed about the medical case of Shri Pramod Rai, senior activist of the union who is facing severe hardship on account of non settlement of his medical claims by the CGM Haryana Circle. The CMD has agreed to speak to the CGM Haryana circle immediately.
In his opening remarks the CMD has stated that the BSNL is having assets worth more than 90000 crores and whereas the revenue being earned is about 28000 crores only. The CMD has agrred that there were difficulties in the matter of growth the BSNL. He stressed that Data is now very important segment for BSNL. He has stated that the BSNL cannot go on taking loans from the Banks as they have to pay a huge amount as interest on these loans. He has congratulated the Unions and Associations for taking up the case of revival of BSNL with the Management and the Government.
All the demands raised by the Forum were discussed. A brief report is given below.
Filling up posts of CMD BSNL and Directors:CMD post is already filled up. The filling up of posts of Directors, HR, Finance and CM has been taken up with Government. Selection is already over on certain posts.
Stop Formation of Subsidiary Companies:Forum stated that BBNL should be merged with BSNL and no separate Tower Company is to be formed. Management stated that the proposal for Tower Company is only to focus on the tower business, but it will only be a subsidiary company.
Grant of Compensation for providing rural services: The management fully agreed with the demand of the Forum for adequate compensation for the loss making services in the rural areas. CMD stated that even Rs. 1,250 crore approved in lieu of ADC is yet to be paid to BSNL by DoT. The Forum leaders demanded that the issue should be seriously pursued.
Procurement of equipment: The Forum demanded immediate procurement of Cable, Broadband Modem, Drop Wire, Mobile lines etc. for expansion. Management explained the present position. There was some problem with the tender of SIM card which is being sorted out.
Transfer of all assets to BSNL:The BSNL Management was in support of the demand, but the government has to take decision.
Drop proposal of BSNL-MTNL Merger: The Forum explained that until the three important issues of Disinvestment of MTNL, huge liability of BSNL and HR issues are sorted out, no merger will be accepted. The Management stated that no final decision has been taken in the matter.
Spectrum Liberalization and trading by BSNL: Management stated that there is no bar as far as 3G is considered. But since 2G was allotted without auction, the government will not allow spectrum trading and liberalization in 2G.
Fix pension contribution on basis of actual pay instead of on the maximum of the payscale:BSNL management stated that this issue is being pursued with DOT.
Surrendering 1.2 MHz spectrum by BSNL: Management stated no decision has been taken so far.
Reject M/s Deloittee Consultant recommendations: Detailed discussions took place in the matter. This will be further discussed with the Forum within 10 days.
Refund of BWA Spectrum charges to BSNL for the surrendered spectrum:This is being pursued.
Grant of 78.2% IDA pension fixation: The undue delay in the settlement of the issue was strongly protested by the Forum leaders. Management agreed to pursue the matter.
Implement Cabinet decision on 30% superannuation benefits to BSNL direct recruited employees:The Forum leaders strongly demanded that 30% superannuation benefits should be ensured to new recruits. After discussion, the management wanted a detailed note on the issue. This will be furnished by the Forum.
The Management has agreed to issue minutes of the meeting. The meeting went for more than 4 hours in a very cordial atmosphere, but the issues are not settled, since most items are to be settled at DOT/Govt. Levels. Hence our preparation for the struggle should continue.
At the end of the meeting the CMD BSNL Shri Anupam Shrivastava invited Shri R.C.Pandey, GS BTEU for discussions. Shri Manoj Jha, Circle Secretary Bihar circle was also present. The CMD has assured that he would get the HR Plan approved by the BSNL Board so that the pending HR issues can be ratified by the BSNL Board.
The CMD was also appraised of the agitation notice served by the BTEU BSNL on various issues and the need to have a separate meeting with the union on the demands raised.
The CMD was also briefed about the medical case of Shri Pramod Rai, senior activist of the union who is facing severe hardship on account of non settlement of his medical claims by the CGM Haryana Circle. The CMD has agreed to speak to the CGM Haryana circle immediately.