Both BSNL and MTNL are in financial difficulties. Both have posted loss for the last three years. This year also it is not going to be different. The chances are that the loss may increase.
It is a moot question to ask. If the BSNL and MTNL were not formed and the services were being provided by DOT itself, this position would not have arisen. But Government has consciously created the present situation by corporatisation. All the present problems have started with the corporatisation.
As such, now it is the responsibility of the government to take necessary steps to restore the financial viability of both these PSUs. Sufficient Funds should be urgently given, the inefficient management should be made to be accountable and the co-operation of the workforce ensured.
The workers and their organisations are ready for maximum support and co-operation, but the initiative is to be taken by the management.This is completely lacking, unfortunately.
We can not blame others and sit silent. A massive movement of the BSNL and MTNL workers is necessary to change the situation. Workers and their unions/associations have to take this great task to rejuvenate BSNL and MTNL.