It has come to the notice of the CHQ that a section of Telecom Mechanics who had duly received their Presidential Order (PO) from the department in the past, are now facing serious difficulties in obtaining pensionary benefits from the CCA after retirement. BSNLEU had already taken up this matter in the National Council meeting. However, the DoT had then stated that only those TSMs, who were on the roles as on 30^th September, 2000 and were subsequently regularised as RMs in BSNL, are eligible for issuance of Presidential Orders. Due to this stand, the cases of Telecom Mechanics who were promoted from the TSMs are being denied consideration, despite the fact that PO letters had already been issued to some of them earlier by the DoT. In view of this injustice, BSNLEU has today written to the PGM(Estt.), BSNL CO., urging that all such cases must be proceed favourably – particularly in respect of employees who had already been issued Presidential Order and have now retired. Denial of pensionary benefits to these employees is unfair and totally unjustified. BSNLEU will continue to pursue this matter until a satisfactory settlement.

The CHQ has published the November issue of Tele-Crusader, in which we have clearly expressed our views and strong protest against the ‘Shram Shakti Niti–2025’, released by the Central Government. All our comrades are requested to carefully study the Editorial of this issue. The Editorial explains, in detail, the seriousness and depth of the attack being mounted by the Modi Government on the rights of the working class through this new national labour policy, officially published on 8th November 2025. Further, a detailed analysis of this policy, written by Com. K.N. Umesh, Secretary, CITU, has been published in the November issue of “Working Class”. This article clearly exposes the implications of the policy, particularly its impact on job security, trade union rights, and the future of collective bargaining. All Circle and District Secretaries are requested to collect and circulate both the Tele-Crusader (November issue) and the relevant article of Working Class among the members, employees, and activists. These materials must be discussed widely in office meetings, branch meetings, and campaign gatherings, so that our entire membership becomes aware and prepared for united resistance. This campaign must reach every employee. Let us expose and oppose this new attack on labour rights, social security, and democratic trade union functioning.

In connection with the CEC Meeting, BSNLEU Assam Circle Union organised a houseful convention of BSNL employees at Panbazar Telephone Exchange, Guwahati, on 7^th November. Com. Bijoy Thakur, Circle President, BSNLEU, Assam circle, presided over the meeting. The objective of this convention was to explain the recently concluded Wage Agreement in detail, as well as to highlight the effective role played by BSNLEU during the negotiation process. Com. Animesh Mitra, General Secretary, elaborated on the entire background and the united struggle that led to the signing of the Wage Agreement. He placed before the house the challenges faced and the collective efforts made by the union leadership at the national level. The convention was also addressed by Com. Onkar Bhoumik, Organising Secretary (CHQ), Com. M.R. Das, President, AIBDPA, and Com. Jayanta Choudhury, Circle Secretary. In their speeches, the leaders highlighted the significance of the agreement, on-going organisational tasks, and the preparations to be made for the forthcoming 10th Membership Verification. After the lunch break, the CEC Meeting commenced with the presentation of the Circle Secretary’s report. District Secretaries participated actively, expressing their views, opinions, and organisational suggestions. A threadbare and constructive discussion followed. The meeting concluded with the summing up remarks of the Circle Secretary, who appreciated the active participation of all the comrades and called for intensified organisational efforts in the coming days.

The BSNL Corporate Office has issued letter, endorsing the DPE order for increasing of the IDA from the present 227.1% to 233.2%, w.e.f. 01.10.2025. The Corporate Office letter is enclosed.

An energetic and enthusiastic CEC meeting of BSNLEU NE-I Circle was held at Shillong on 6th November. The meeting was presided over by Com.M V Makhiew, Circle President. A good number of Branch and District Secretaries, along with the Circle Office Bearers, participated actively in the deliberations. Com. Animesh Mitra, General Secretary and Com. Onkar Bhoumik, Organising Secretary (CHQ), attended and addressed the meeting. Com. Animesh Mitra, GS, elaborated on the Wage Agreement, the new approach of the management towards the 10th Membership Verification, and other key organisational matters. Com. Shivjee Roy, Circle Secretary, and Com. Onkar Bhoumik also emphasised the need for strengthening organisational functioning at all levels. The active participation of a large number of young JEs and women comrades highlighted the growing strength, enthusiasm, and commitment of BSNLEU in the NE-I Circle. Wage agreement and follow up action, preparation of forthcoming membership verification, LICE Exam, Rule 8 transfer cafe JEs, were the important issues on which the CWC members had narrated their views and suggestions in the meeting.

As a part of the campaign programme in Himachal Pradesh Circle, a District Working Committee meeting of BSNLEU was held at Shimla on 4th November, 2025. Com. Rajiv Chandel, Circle President, presided over the meeting. Com. Sukh Dev Sharma, Organising Secretary (CHQ), Com. Hari Chand Sharma, District President and Com. Mohan Singh Sharma, ADS, addressed the meeting. The leaders explained the salient features of the Wage Agreement in detail and expressed their appreciation to the CHQ for taking the correct and timely decision, which has brought great relief to the workers who had been suffering due to stagnation for a long period. They also called upon all workers to remain united under the banner of BSNLEU and to intensify organisational strength so that the agreement can successfully get approval from the Central Government.

The BSNL Management has proposed certain changes to the existing Superannuation Pension Scheme (SPS) contribution for the Direct Recruited employees of BSNL. In response to the Management’s proposal, BSNLEU has submitted a detailed letter containing our views and suggestions for consideration before the finalisation of any new policy. Our submission emphasises the need to safeguard the interests of the Direct Recruited employees and ensure that any modification in the Superannuation Fund policy leads to real benefits and social security for them after retirement.

BSNLEU organised a Workers’ Convention on 4th November 2025 at the CGMT Office, West Bengal Circle, to review the recently signed Wage Agreement. Com. Imran Khan, President of the Circle Union, presided over the meeting. At the outset, Com.Sujoy Sarkar, CS, BSNLEU, narrated the CHQ decision to organise a nationwide campaign programme aimed at explaining the details of the wage agreement and highlighting the role of BSNLEU in achieving it. Addressing the convention, Com. Animesh Mitra, General Secretary, elaborated on the history of the bargaining process and the persistent efforts of the union that led to the successful finalisation of the agreement with the management. He also emphasised the need for joint movements in the future to secure relaxation of the affordability clause from the Government for effective implementation of the agreement. The meeting witnessed a houseful gathering, with participants expressing strong satisfaction over the outcome of the wage agreement and the union’s role in realising it.

The 13^th Convention of the All India Working Women's Coordination Committee CITU was held on 01^st & 02^nd November, 2025 at Hyderabad. The convention commenced with the hoisting of red flag by Com. Mercykuttyamma, Vice President CITU who also presided over the meeting. Com. Tapan Sen, General Secretary, CITU, inaugurated the Convention. In subject committee meeting, Com. A.R. Sindu, presented the report on activities. BSNL Employees Union has participated in the Convention with a delegation comprising Com. Jyothilakshmi K.N., Convenor, BSNLWWCC, Com.Amita Naik, Joint Convenor, BSNLWWCC and Com. Padmavathy, Committee member. During the delegates session, Com.Jyothilakshmi and Com.Amita Naik, delivered important speeches highlighting the struggle of working women in BSNL under the banner of BSNLEU.

Yesterday night, we had received very sad and shocking news from our President, Com. Vijayakumar, that Com.C. Santhosh Kumar, former Circle Secretary, BSNLEU, Kerala circle, passed away on 2^nd November night at Trivandrum Hospital, where he was under treatment for some weeks. It is a great shock to all of us. He was a sincere and dedicated leader for the Trade union movement in Kerala. He was our circle secretary in Kerala circle and a popular speaker among the workers. In his death we have lost a dear Comrade. CHQ conveys its deepest and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. Red Salute to Com. Santhosh Kumar!

On 27^th October, 2025, the Supreme Court delivered a judgement in favour of Vodafone Idea in the AGR dues case. The judgement has allowed the government to reassess Vodafone Idea’s AGR dues. In it's judgement, the Supreme Court has stated that, the judgement is given keeping into consideration that, the government is having 49% shareholding in Vodafone Idea. AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) is a methodology, based on which the DoT collects Licence Fee, Spectrum Charge, etc., from the telecom companies. There was a dispute between the DoT and the telecom companies regarding the calculation of the AGR. The DoT said that non-core revenue like rent, interest, etc., should be included for calculating the AGR. But, the private telecom companies did not agree to this. The matter went upto the Supreme Court and in 2019, the Supreme Court delivered a judgement in favour of the government. According to this judgement, Vodafone Idea had to pay Rs.58,000 crore to the government. But, Vodafone Idea continued with it's legal battle. Vodafone Idea is facing an extremely difficult financial condition and the latest judgement of the Supreme Court is viewed as the one that will give relief to it.

The All India Centre had given a call for organising special meetings in all districts, from 13^th to 18^th October, 2025, with the objective of explaining the Wage Revision Agreement signed by BSNLEU and NFTE on 08.10.2025. Most of the circle unions have effectively implemented this decision at both the district and circle levels. However, it has come to our notice that some circle unions have not yet taken the necessary initiative to organise this programme in their respective areas. This is the serious matter, as it is essential to explain the details of the Wage Revision Agreement to our members at the grass-root level. Therefore, the CHQ once again urges those circle unions which have not yet conducted the meetings to take immediate steps to organise this campaign programme and ensure that the members are properly informed about our role in the wage agreement.

तीसरे PRC एग्रीमेंट पर स्पेशल मीटिंग्स करने के लिए CHQ प्रोग्राम का रिव्यू।

ऑल इंडिया सेंटर ने 8.10.2025 को BSNLEU और NFTE द्वारा साइन किए गए वेज रिवीजन एग्रीमेंट को समझाने के मकसद से, 13 से 18 अक्टूबर, 2025 तक सभी जिलों में स्पेशल मीटिंग्स ऑर्गनाइज़ करने का आह्वान किया था। ज़्यादातर सर्कल यूनियनों ने इस फैसले को डिस्ट्रिक्ट और सर्कल दोनों लेवल पर अच्छे से लागू किया है। हालांकि, हमारे ध्यान में आया है कि कुछ सर्कल यूनियनों ने अभी तक अपने-अपने इलाकों में इस प्रोग्राम को ऑर्गनाइज़ करने के लिए ज़रूरी पहल नहीं की है। यह एक गंभीर मामला है, क्योंकि हमारे सदस्यों को ग्रास-रूट लेवल पर वेज रिवीजन एग्रीमेंट की डिटेल्स समझाना बहुत ज़रूरी है। इसलिए, CHQ एक बार फिर उन सर्कल यूनियनों से अपील करता है जिन्होंने अभी तक मीटिंग्स नहीं की हैं, वे इस कैंपेन प्रोग्राम को ऑर्गनाइज़ करने के लिए तुरंत कदम उठाएं और यह पक्का करें कि सदस्यों को वेज एग्रीमेंट में हमारी भूमिका के बारे में ठीक से बताया जाए।

The central government has published the draft of the Shram Shakti NITI-2025 policy which significantly curtailed the existing labour laws and the rights of the working class. A campaign programme is urgently required to educate and mobilise workers on the issue. In our department, the Management has also proposed a new policy for conducting the next Membership Verification. Regarding the 3rd PRC issue, it is essential to closely monitor the actions of the Management for appropriate further steps. To discuss about all these important matters, an emergent online CEC meeting will be held on 13.11.2025.  The CHQ will finalise it’s stand on the above issues after thorough discussions with CHQ office bearers and circle secretaries in order to decide the future course of action.

कुछ ज़रूरी मुद्दों पर, 13.11.2025 को एक इमरजेंसी ऑनलाइन CEC मीटिंग होगी।

केंद्र सरकार ने श्रम शक्ति नीति-2025 का ड्राफ़्ट पब्लिश किया है, जिसने मौजूदा लेबर कानूनों और काम करने वालों के अधिकारों में काफी कटौती की है। इस मुद्दे पर मज़दूरों को एजुकेट करने और उन्हें इकट्ठा करने के लिए तुरंत एक कैंपेन प्रोग्राम की ज़रूरत है। हमारे डिपार्टमेंट में, मैनेजमेंट ने अगली मेंबरशिप वेरिफिकेशन करने के लिए एक नई पॉलिसी भी प्रपोज़ की है। तीसरे PRC मुद्दे के बारे में, आगे सही कदम उठाने के लिए मैनेजमेंट के कामों पर करीब से नज़र रखना ज़रूरी है। इन सभी ज़रूरी मामलों पर चर्चा करने के लिए, 13.11.2025 को एक इमरजेंसी ऑनलाइन CEC मीटिंग होगी। CHQ, CHQ ऑफिस बेयरर्स और सर्कल सेक्रेटरीज़ के साथ पूरी चर्चा के बाद ऊपर बताए गए मुद्दों पर अपना स्टैंड फाइनल करेगा ताकि भविष्य में क्या करना है, यह तय किया जा सके।

Com. Animesh Mitra, General Secretary and Com. Irfan Pasha, Treasurer (CHQ), met Shri Rajeev Kaushik, PGM(SR), on October 27, 2025, to discuss the latest position on the 3rd PRC issue. During discussion, PGM(SR) has informed that the file is being processed in various sections, including Finance, Establishment and SR, to finalise the calculation of staff costs due to 3rd PRC. In the meantime, it is also learnt that the Establishment Section has sent the required data and figures to the SR Section. On further query from the leaders, the PGM(SR) assured that the file will be put up to the Management Committee meeting in the next month after finalising the staff cost calculation.

There was a delay in the issuing of the revised IDA order by the DPE w.e.f 01-10-2025. Hence, on 24-10-2025, BSNLEU wrote letter to the DPE Secretary, demanding to expeditiously issue the revised IDA order. The DPE has issued the necessary order yesterday the 29-10-2025. According to this order, IDA increase for BSNL employees w.e.f 01-10-2025 will be 6.1%. The total IDA payable to BSNL employees will be 233.2% . Copy of the DPE order is enclosed.

DPE ने रिवाइज्ड IDA ऑर्डर जारी किया।

DPE द्वारा 01-10-2025 से लागू होने वाला रिवाइज्ड IDA ऑर्डर जारी करने में देरी हुई। इसलिए, 24-10-2025 को BSNLEU ने DPE सेक्रेटरी को एक लेटर लिखकर रिवाइज्ड IDA ऑर्डर जल्द से जल्द जारी करने की मांग की। DPE ने कल 29-10-2025 को ज़रूरी ऑर्डर जारी कर दिया है। इस ऑर्डर के अनुसार, बीएसएनएल कर्मचारियों के लिए 01-10-2025 से IDA में 6.1% की बढ़ोतरी होगी। बीएसएनएल कर्मचारियों को कुल IDA 233.2% मिलेगा। DPE ऑर्डर की कॉपी संलग्न है।