Identification of AIBSNLPWA Under Pensioners Portal Copy of order
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CONTACT NUMBERS:
REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE: regn-certificate-with-translation.pdf
CONSTITUTION: CONSTITUTION
IDA Rates from 2007: IDA RATE new.pdf
FOR ONLINE REMITTANCE TO CHQ:
Name of recipient: AIBSNLPWA (CHQ), SB A/c No 67100927818,
IFSC No. SBIN0002239
Contact Numbers: Please see list of Office Bearers
Dear Comrades,
As per the call of CBMPA, the Nationwide DHARNA organised on 20-05-2026 emerged as a resounding success across the country despite severe heat conditions. This magnificent response vindicates the deep resentment prevailing among BSNL/MTNL pensioners against the inordinate delay in release of increased IDA due from 01-01-2026.
Heartiest congratulations and militant greetings to all participating members, leaders, district units and constituent organisations of CBMPA who transformed the call into a determined and united action.
Our united struggle has already yielded results. The first phase of agitation through demonstrations held on 16-04-2026 demanding withdrawal of Para 5 achieved success. DPE subsequently issued the April 2026 IDA order without the controversial Para 5 and published the same on its website. This established that linking payment of IDA to the financial status of PSUs was unjustified and unacceptable.
CBMPA consistently maintained that IDA is not a concession but a rightful compensation against increase in the cost of living and has to be released periodically under the established mechanism followed for decades. Any attempt to attach extraneous conditions was unwarranted and misleading.
In the name of complying with the affordability clause contained in Para 5 of the January order, DoT sought inputs regarding the financial position of BSNL/MTNL and other PSUs under its control. The companies reportedly informed that adequate internal resources were available to meet the liability, including arrears. Subsequently, further procedural requirements were sought. The delay in the process and pace of decision-making is strikingly alarming and disturbing.
Meanwhile, implementation of April 2026 IDA has moved forward and internal action has been initiated for payment through pension authorities. Pensioners have started receiving arrears relating to April and May 2026 along with pension, reflecting a combined increase of 5.1% (3.5% from January and 1.6% from April).
However, the issue of release of increased IDA due from 01-01-2026 still remains unresolved and arrears for January to March continue to be pending. We must remain vigilant and prepared at every stage to safeguard pensioners’ rights.
Once again, greetings and congratulations to all leaders of CBMPA, AIBSNLPWA and members who demonstrated unity, determination and collective strength.
Long Live Pensioners’ Unity!
CBMPA Zindabad!
V. Vara Prasad
General Secretary
AIBSNLPWA
Supreme Court Case Against Validation Act – Next Hearing on 25 AUGUST 2026
W.P.(C) No. 1057/2025 filed by various Central Government pensioners’ organisations challenging the constitutional validity of the Validation Act relating to pension and retiral benefits was listed before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on 19 May 2026. The matter was not taken up for hearing and is likely to be listed next on 25 AUGUST 2026.
IDR POSITION
CBMPA CALL FOR NATION-WIDE DHARNA ON 20-05-2026
Organise DHARNA effectively on 20-05-2026 since there is still no positive outcome regarding payment of increased IDR due from 01-01-2026.
At the same time, according to reliable sources, certain procedural steps relating to IDR due from 01-04-2026 are moving forward. This itself reflects the impact of the sustained united struggles and coordinated efforts of pensioners’ associations under the common platform in support of early release of IDA.
On 20th May, not only 12 Pensioners’ Associations but also AUAB is joining this struggle demanding immediate release of IDA/IDR orders
Let us make the programme a grand success with maximum participation and ensure wide publicity through print, visual and social media.
Update on Pension Revision Case
Delhi High Court: Government Side Arguments Completed in Pension Revision CaseW.P.(C) No. 1057/2025 filed by various Central Government pensioners’ organisations challenging the constitutional validity of the Validation Act relating to pension and retiral benefits was listed before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on 12 May 2026. The matter was not taken up for hearing and is likely to be listed next on 19 May 2026.
A delegation consisting of Com. Anupam Kaul, Dy. GS, AIBSNLPWA, GS-SNPWA and GS-MREWA met officers in BSNL and DoT on 7th May 2026 regarding the long pending issues concerning pensioners.
The discussions held with Director (Finance), BSNL Board, DDG (Establishment), DoT and Director (PSU), DoT indicate:
1. BSNL has already obtained internal approval for payment of IDA to serving employees w.e.f. 1.1.2026 and is in the process of obtaining approval from Government nominees and external Directors on priority basis.
2. BSNL has already informed DoT that the financial liability can be met fully from BSNL internal resources without external borrowing.
3. DoT officials have also indicated that orders relating to DR from 1.4.2026 are proposed to be issued simultaneously along with the decision on IDA for the period from 1.1.2026 to 31.3.2026.
4. It has now become evident that DoT has linked payment of IDA/DR to pensioners with the decision regarding IDA payable to serving employees, in the same manner in which Pension Revision was earlier linked with Wage Revision.
5. On the issue of extending the benefit of Notional Increment to VRS retirees, DDG (Establishment) informed that DoT Legal Section has decided to challenge the Delhi High Court judgment in the Hon’ble Supreme Court.
Comrades are requested to note that sustained organizational pressure continues to remain extremely important till actual orders are issued.
All units and members are therefore requested to continue full preparations for the Dharna Programme on 20-05-2026 and maintain complete unity and vigilance till final orders are issued.
24 12 2022
