Settlement of some pending staff problems issues - Com. Animesh Mitra, General Secretary, discussed with Shri S. P. Singh, PGM (Estt.), BSNL CO, for early settlement.

Com. Animesh Mitra, General Secretary, held discussions with Shri S. P. Singh, PGM (Estt.), BSNL Corporate Office, yesterday on several pending staff issues. The issue of promotion of sports personnel, which is still pending at the Corporate Office despite discussions in the National Council, was raised. In response, the PGM (Estt.) assured that the file would be placed before the higher authority for further action. Regarding the payment of DA to casual labourers, Shri S. P. Singh informed that the file has already been submitted to the Director (Finance) for necessary action. The General Secretary also raised the issue of deputation transfer, seeking extension of the deputation period of certain JEs presently posted in UP (West) circle. The PGM (Estt.) assured that the matter would be discussed with the Director (HR) for further guidelines.