In almost all important centres, throughout the country, well attended Press Conferences were organised by the All Unions and Associations of BSNL, explaining its decision to go on agitational path on the important demands raised it long back and on which the Communications Minister has assured favourable consideration, but did not implement. The details given by the AUAB was heard by the Press with importance. It is expected that wide publicity will be given to the same in tomorrows news.

Massive Dharna will be organised by AUAB on 30th October on the same demands.

The government has given aerodrome licence for the opening of Kannur Airport. This is the final approval. The Kannur Airport is becoming a reality after a long wait. Congratulations !

BSNLCCWF has been continuously demanding for implementation of gratuity to the casual and contract labours. This was raised in the Parliament Standing Committee on Labour. The matter was discussed with the Chief Labour Commissioner also. The CLC asked the management representatives why it is not implemented and stated that as per rules gratuity is to be paid.

It is understood now that BSNL Board today has approved gratuity for casual labours. Already much delay has happened. The management should issue orders early.

In a landmark judgment, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) had ordered US to lift its sanctions on Iran on humanitarian grounds. US had imposed the sanctions on Iran in May this year without any justification.

But whether US will implement or ignore is as in the past?

The central Cabinet has approved redevelopment of a large number of railway stations by leasing out the same for 99 years to private players. The Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation( IRSDC) will be the nodal agency.

This is part of the move to privatise Railways step by step. There is very chance that, as in the case of privatisation of airports, all the prices of services in the Railway stations will increase. The central govt. continues its gift to corporates one after another. It has to be protested and defeated.

Who is USA to threaten India with economic sanctions, if India purchase missile defence systems from Russia?

India and Russia are expected to announce this deal during Russian President’s visit to Delhi this week.

The arrogant US should be replied in the same way. Is Prime Minister Modi ready for a strong reply or surrender to the dictate of Trump?

Despite all attacks against BSNL from its owner, the government, and the corporates, BSNL survived for the last 20years , thanks to the dedicated service and sustained struggle of the workers.

All those who are absorbed from DOT will retire latest by 2025. Now it is the responsibility of the new generation to keep up the tradition and ensure that BSNL survives and strengthens.

I am fully confident that the new recruits / generation are capable of achieving this gigantic task.

Petrol price rose to Rs. 91 in Mumbai. Other cities are following suit. The petrol companies and the central government are competing to reach century before the year end.

Stop this loot forthwith!