Latest position on IDA issue – AUAB defers ‘Protest Chain’ programme.

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The prolonged uncertainty regarding the implementation of enhanced IDA over the past four months has now been largely resolved with the issuance of a new Office Memorandum by the DPE, enabling implementation of enhanced IDA w.e.f. 01.04.2026. However, the file pertaining to the release of IDA arrears is still pending with the DoT for certain clarifications, which is unfortunate from the perspective of the Staff Side. It is pertinent to note that IDA implementation has historically been a routine matter in BSNL. The present delay arose due to the late issuance of the IDA enhancement order (due from 01.01.2026) by DPE with highlighting the Para 5 in their earlier notification in this regard.

 

In response to the undue delay, the AUAB organised a series of agitational programmes, including, Lunch Hour Demonstration on 20^th April, Wearing of Black Badges on 23^rd April and Twitter Campaign on 27^th April, 2026. These actions were carried out to press for approval by DoT for payment of enhanced IDA w.e.f. 01.01.2026. It is now expected that enhanced IDA w.e.f. 01.01.2026, along with four months’ arrears and enhanced IDA w.e.f. 01.04.2026 (with April arrears), will be implemented in the salary/pension for May 2026.

 

After reviewing the overall situation, AUAB has decided to defer the ‘protest chain’ programme scheduled for 30.04.2026, in view of the positive developments and the expectation that DoT will shortly clear the pending file for arrear payments. This optimism follows the resolution of issues related to Para 5 in the earlier DPE circular.

 

BSNLEU conveys its sincere greetings and thanks to all affiliated units of AUAB for their active and united participation in the agitational programmes. These efforts, particularly on social media platforms including Twitter, demonstrate our growing organisational strength. Unity is our strength. Such collective efforts under the banner of AUAB will continue to play a crucial role in resolving major issues, including the implementation of the Wage Agreement. Copy of the revised DPE order is enclosed herewith.

[Date : 29 - Apr - 2026]