Some Important

Information.

01. DETAILS OF MTNL ZONES FOR SUBMISSION OF BILLS ETC.. 

02. CONTACTS OF CCA AND AO-WORKS IN MTNL AS ON 01/11/2025.

03. DETAILS OF SENIOR EXECUTIVES OF MTNL MUMBAI AS ON 21/03/2022.   

04. FAMILY PENSION FEATURES AND PROCEDURE.

05. FORMS TO BE SUBMITTED TO AO(PDA) FOR CONVERSION OF PENSION TO FP.

06. PROCEDURE TO SUBMIT LIFE CERTIFICATE THROUGH FACE AUTHENTICATION APP.

07. DLC THROUGH POSTAL STAFF -  DETAILED PROCEDURE.

08. BOOKLET SUPPLIED IN AGB-2025 WITH ALL REPORTS.

09. New Guidelines for availing CGHS Facilities - ED Mumbai Letter Dated 11/07/2023.

10.NEW PROCEDURE FOR APPLYING CGHS CARD THROUGH ONLINE. 

11. KNOW YOUR PENSIONER (KYP) FORM.

MEETING WITH DDG (ESTT.) AT THE OFFICE OF DOT:

Com. J.S. Yadav (GS) along with Com. K.R. Yadav (GS TEAM), Com. P.K. Kulkarni (VP) and Com. Virendra Singh (Jt. GS) met Smt. Roshni Sohni DDG (Estt.) on 27/02/2026 and discussed the following issues: -

Notional Increment benefit to eligible VRS Pensioners:

--Under consideration by DoT.

73.8% IDA Issue:

The Sr. DDG (Estt.) said that the file is moving with positive note and expressed hopes for early favourable decision.

MEETINGS WITH THE OFFICERS OF MTNL C.O. ON 26/02/2026:

Com. J.S. Yadav (GS) along with Com. K.R. Yadav (GS TEAM), Com. P.K. Kulkarni (VP) and Com. Virendra Singh (Jt. GS) had meetings with GM (HR), DGM(HR) and DGM (Fin) of MTNL Corporate Office at Delhi.

The following issues were Discussed :-

Notional Increment benefit to eligible VRS Pensioners:-

Discussed in the light of Delhi High Court judgment dated6 09.02.2026.

Orders are awaited from DoT.

Interest on Delayed GPF Payment after retirement:-

Finance said that there is presently deficit in the GPF Trust Funds.

We may have to escalate the issue to DoT. A separate message about the action to be taken by the members on this issue will be posted soon.

Re-calculation of Pension based on  Average Emoluments on notional MTNL Pay :- 

Those who retired between 01/10/2000 to 30/06/2001 are eligible to get pension on  average Emoluments calculated on notional MTNL Pay for the part period of DoT service in the 10 months before 01/10/2000. This has been implemented long back by BSNL as per court judgement. 

DGM (HR) said that the issue needs to be revived again and requested RTOWA to share the relevant documents, we agreed.

DPE ORDERS FOR IDA WEF 01/01/2026:

IDA Orders from 01/01/2026 has been issued by DPE. 

The new IDA will be 236.7% WEF 01/01/2026.

Please CLICK HERE to view the orders.

FAVOURABLE JUDGEMENT ON NOTIONAL INCREMENT TO VRS PENSIONERS:

Favourable Judgement: - VRS Pensioners will get the benefit of notional increment.

The Honourable High Court of Delhi, in W.P.(C) 1802/2026, has dismissed the Union of India’s petition and upheld grant of annual/notional increment benefit to employees who retired under VRS.

The Court observed that once an employee completes the required 365 days of satisfactory service, the increment is earned, even if it becomes payable on the succeeding day. Denial merely because retirement was under VRS (and not superannuation) was held unjustified.

Please CLICK HERE to view the judgement. 

RETIREMENT OF SHRI M.L. MEGHWALJI CGM, MTNL, MUMBAI:

Sh. M.L. Meghwalji, CGM, retired on Superannuation on 28/02/2026.

On behalf of Pensioners, RTOWA Wishes him a long happy life with excellent health.

RTOWA had cordial relations with Sh. M.L. Meghwalji and he was supportive in all the issues of pensioners.

Bouquet was presented by RTOWA office bearers Com. B.V. Mohite, Com. R.S. Nair, and Com. V.V. Nalavade.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA, Mumbai.
--K JAWAHAR, President, RTOWA, Mumbai. 

DHARNA BY FORUM OF CIVIL PENSIONERS' ASSOCIATIONS (FCPA):

Today, FCPA is holding a massive DHARNA at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, protesting Govt. policies on PENSION and CGHS.

Com J S Yadav (GS, RTOWA Mumbai) and Com P K Kulkarni (VP, RTOWA) are representing Mumbai MTNL Pensioners.

NOTIONAL INCREMENT:

The increment which had become due on the next date of retirement is "Notional" as it was not drawn. 

Abiding by the Court judgements, Govt has issued orders to consider this notional increment for pension. 

This notional increment benefit will  take effect from 01/05/2023 to those retired before that date.

However, orders for VRS Pensioners are still awaited from DoT.

The issue of refixation of pension with notional increment and drawal of arrears were taken up by RTOWA in the recent Pension Adalat. MTNL DGM (Fin) present in the Adalat said that "let the eligible pensioners approach their Zonal Accounts Section" 

So, all the eligible pensioners are requested to apply to their MTNL Zonal Accounts Section.

AO PDA said that the arrears will be drawn in SAMPANN, probably in April-2026 after migration of data. 

We offered help to solve problems if any arise in this whole process by escalating the issue to MTNL Corporate Office.

MIGRATION OF PENSION DATA TO SAMPANN:

CCA Mumbai office has started the process of ​migration of DATA of MTNL combined pensioners from the existing system to SAMPANN (DoT's System for Accounting and Management of Pension).

The process is slow. It may perhaps take a couple of months to migrate the data of all the pensioners.

On migration of data, a SMS is triggered by SAMPANN intimating the 15 digit PPO Number to the pensioner.

However the same existing DLC procedure needs to be followed while giving DLC even after receipt of this SMS, until further instructions from CCA Mumbai.

First Payment of Pension through SAMPANN will be done after migration of data of all the pensioners. 

RTOWA Mumbai will keep the pensioners informed of the progress of migration of data. 

​Stay tuned for updates from RTOWA Mumbai.

TEMPORARY SHIFTING OF CCA OFFICE MUMBAI:

As Civil work is going on at the existing office at CTO Building, CCA Office Mumbai now functioning there has been temporarily shifted to MTNL Building at Curry Road near Railway Bridge.

However, Life Certificate through Jeevan Pramaan and acceptance of DAK are done at CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai-400001 as earlier.

The following same contact numbers will continue... 

2261 5466,  2261 5844 and 2261 3861.

WhatsApp:- 9920687211.

Any further change in this arrangement will be informed by CCA.

PARLIAMENT QUESTION ON PENSION REVISION:

A question has been raised by a MP in the Parliament and a reply been given by the Ministry of Finance on 18/02/2026.

Please CLICK HERE to view the question and the reply given.

PENSION ADALAT TODAY:

Today Pension Adalat was held online by CCA Mumbai. Com. J. S. Yadav our GS participated. 

The following issues were raised by RTOWA.

1. Migration to SAMPAAN

2. Shifting of CCA Office temporarily to Currey Road.

3. Refixation of pension and drawal of arrears for eligible pensioners entitled for the benefit of notional increment.

Com. J.S. Yadav assured full support to CCA Mumbai in all the issues.

The details on all these  issues will be posted separately.

REFUND OF INCOME TAX PAID ON LEAVE ENCASHMENT & EX_GRATIA:

Procedure to get refund of ITAX paid on Leave Encashment and Ex-gratia by VRS Pensioners is furnished below for the guidance of the members :-

Please approach your Chartered Accountant to file condonation of delay to file the revised returns and then file the revised returns for the FY 2019-20 and FY 2020-21 

Please bring the following to the knowledge of your CA. 

Our Office bearers have approached two Cas; one at Dadar and another at Thane. The details are given below. 

CAs approached by RTOWA :-

 Chartered Accountant -1 :-

M/s Bhusan Limaye CA,

 Shivaji Park, Dadar. Mobile: 99207 62461.

On calling please request to contact with Ms. Nikita.

Ms Nikita is available in the office- 1 from 1030 hrs to 6 PM.

Total Charges is Rs 10000/- out of which 5000 to be paid while submitting the papers.

Chartered Accountant-2 :-

Chartered accountant at Mulund :

Mrs. Kirthika, Mobile: 9892318650

Charges at the time of submission of papers:

a) For only Ex gratia -  Rs 5750

b)For  Ex gratia + Leave encashment. -  Rs 10750/-

On approval of order filling return of each financial year Rs. 2500/-

(Say Rs 15750/- per case for ex gratia and leave encashment )

To know the detailed guidelines for processing refund of Income Tax paid, please CLICK HERE.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING HELD BY AD CGHS:

Brief of Zonal Advisory Committee Meeting held on 16/02/2026 by AD CGHS, Mumbai is given below:

Com. P.K.Kulkarni, Vice President RTOWA, Mumbai participated in the meeting,

New Wellness Centers (WC) :

​Thane WC: Work started; Opening expected by April 2026.

​Panvel WC: Financial approval received; Opening expected by April/May 2026.

​SEEPZ WC: Closed; Search for new location ongoing.

​CBD Belapur: Overcrowded. Relief expected once Panvel WC opens. RTOWA to escalate doctor shortage to the Ministry.

Empanelment of more hospitals : - Efforts are continuously made to bring reputed hospitals on panel despite MoU hurdles.

​ Senior Citizens of above 70 years old,

​Can visit empaneled hospitals directly without referral memo and the tests (excluding high cost tests) prescribed by the paneled hospitals also do not require a referral memo.

​Paneled Hospitals cannot ask for deposits. If demanded, it is to be brought to the notice of  AD via email.

​Addresses of List of hospitals will be updated on the website via CDOT.

​Medical Reimbursement Cases(MRC): -

​1,500 cases are pending.

​Requested fast-tracking for Cancer & Dialysis cases.

New cards are now issued within 10–15 days.

​Local Advisory Committee: Names/contacts will be displayed at all WCs.

Requested extension of the 31st March deadline for paneled hospitals to get logging facility.

​RTOWA is pursuing all the issues continuously.

MASSIVE DHARNA BY PENSIONERS AT PRABHADEVI, MUMBAI:

The massive Dharna was organised by Mumbai Unit of Forum of Civil Pensioners Associations in response to the All India Call.

Approximately 600 pensioners from 10 Associations of Central Government pensioners participated in the programme. Notably, pensioners from distant places such as Pune, and Nashik also participated. 

Leaders from various pensioners’ associations addressed the gathering.

 Com.J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai, in his opening address, explained in detail the provisions of the Validation Act, 2025, and its implications for pensioners. He recalled the earlier struggles launched from the same venue leading to achievements.

Com. M. I. Jakati of the All India BSNL DoT Pensioners Association elaborated on explaining how the validation rules affect the CG pensioners and cautioning that similar implications could extend to State Government pensioners and pensioners retired from BSNL/MTNL in the future. 

Com. Dyandeo Gaykar of the SNPWA criticised the government’s approach, stating that such finance bills undermine the interests of pensioners. 

COM. Manani of the AIRBSNLEWA also addressed the gathering. Leaders from AIBSNL PWA, All India Postal & RMS Pensioners Association, AIRR, Retired Railways Pensioners Association, NFAER, Income Tax Pensioners Association, All India Civil Accounts Pensioners Association, and Mahanagar Pensioners Welfare Association also spoke on similar lines.

Com. Mangesh Parab proposed organising a long march to draw wider public attention to the issues faced by pensioners. The proposal received broad agreement from those present.

Vote of thanks was delivered with special appreciation to Com. Dada Jagtap for securing police permission, and to MTNL management and the Shivaji Park Police Station for their cooperation.

The programme was compered by Shri P. K. Kulkarni, Vice President, RTOWA Mumbai. The Dharna concluded with National Anthem. 

PARIPOORNA MEDICLAIM AYUSH BIMA (PMAB) – OM:

An Office Memorandum has been issued by the Ministry of Finance giving full details of the PMAB scheme.

Please CLICK HERE to view the OM.

NOTIONAL INCREMENT TO VRS RETIREES – COURT JUDGEMENT:

Favourable Judgement: -

VRS Pensioners will get the benefit of notional increment.

The Hon’ble High Court of Delhi, in W.P.(C) 18/02/2026, has dismissed the Union of India’s petition and upheld grant of annual/notional increment benefit to employees who retired under VRS.

The Court observed that once an employee completes the required 365 days of satisfactory service, the increment is earned, even if it becomes payable on the succeeding day. Denial merely because retirement was under VRS (and not superannuation) was held unjustified.

Please CLICK HERE to view the judgement. 

CALL TO JOIN DHARNA:

NCCPA Calls
All Central Govt Pensioners, to join the Dharna
at Telephone House, MTNL Lane, Dadar West on 13th February - 2026
(11 am - 2 pm),

CGHIS POLICY FOR MTNL RETIREES: 

Applications are called for from retired MTNL EMPLOYEES who are not eligible for CGHS may apply  for CGHIS before 16/02/2026.

Please view the order HERE.

CLOSURE OF CGHS WELLNESS CENTRE AT SEEPZ:

A notification has been issued by the CGHS authorities mentioning that the wellness centre functioning at the premises of Seepz will be closed from 09/02/2026.

Please CLICK HERE to see the notification.

ONLINE MEETING BY FORUM OF CIVIL PENSIONERS’ ASSOCIATON:

Forum of Civil Pensioners Association Maharashtra is conducting online google meeting on 05/02/2026 at 11.30 am to 01.30 P.M.

Comrade,

Online google meeting has been arranged with the leaders of Forum of Civil Pensioners Association Maharashtra for organising Dharna Programme in Dadar, Mumbai on 13/02/2026 to oppose the Finance (Pension) Amendment Act 2025.

All the leaders of FCPA are requested to join the meeting on time and give your valuable suggestion in this regard.

NON DRAWAL OF PENSION EVEN AFTER SUBMISSION OF LC:

Every month there are complaints that pension was not drawn despite giving valid DLC before 20th of the month.

The issue was taken up with CCA. He has stated in the last meeting that if proof like copy of such DLC is given, the system can be upgraded to remove such glitch if any.

If any of you have faced such non drawal of pension, request you to the copy of DLC through WhatsApp to show the proof to CCA Mumbai.

22^ND PENSION ADALAT DATED 20/02/2026:

Conducted by :-CCA Mumbai 

Date     :- 20/02/2026

Time.    :- 11 AM

through ELECTRONIC MEDIA. 

Grievances should reach CCA office either by post or through email before 05/02/2026 in the proforma given in the Notice, given below. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the notice.

THE PARIPOORNA MEDICLAIM AYUSH BIMA - CLARIFICATION:

The Co-Ordination committee of RTOWA Mumbai & Delhi has sought clarification on ‘The Paripoorna Mediclaim’ from the Honourable Minister of Health.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

NEW INCOME TAX ACT 2025:

New Income-tax Act, 2025 replacing the old Income-tax Act, 1961 comes into force from 1 April 2026.

SNIPPET-1:

Title: New Income-tax Act from 2026.

What the law says:

A completely new Income-tax Act, 2025 replaces the old Income-tax Act, 1961. It applies to the whole of India and comes into force from 1 April 2026.

What it means for you from 01-04-2026:

From financial year 2026-27 onwards, all taxpayers—

 salaried persons,

 business owners,

 professionals,

 senior citizens

 and investors—will be governed by this new law, not the 1961 Act.

The intention is simpler language, fewer sections, and easier compliance, not higher tax rates.

Example:

 Income earned during 1-4-2026 to 31-3-2027 will be taxed strictly as per the Income-tax Act, 2025, even though earlier years were governed by the 1961 Act. 

SNIPPET-2:

Title: Goodbye “Assessment Year”, Hello “Tax Year”.

What the law says:

The confusing concepts of “Previous Year” and “Assessment Year” are removed.

A single term “Tax Year” is introduced, which normally means 12 months starting from 1 April.

What it means for you from 01-04-2026:

You no longer have to remember two different years for income and assessment.

Income is earned, taxed, and referred to in the same Tax Year, making understanding and filing returns easier.

Example:

Income earned from 1-4-2026 to 31-3-2027

 Tax Year: 2026-27

 Return filed for Tax Year 2026-27

(No separate “Assessment Year 2027-28” confusion anymore.) 

SNIPPET-3:

Title: Tax Year Can Be Shorter Too.

What the law says:

In some cases, a Tax Year may be shorter than 12 months, such as when a new business starts or a new income source begins during the year.

What it means for you from 01-04-2026:

If you start a business, profession, or new income mid-year, tax will apply only from that start date, not for the full year.

Example:

A freelance consultant starts work on 1-10-2026

 Tax Year: 1-10-2026 to 31-3-2027 (6 months only)

 Income before 1-10-2026 is not taxed as business income. 

SNIPPET-4:

Title: Fewer Sections, Simpler Law.

What the law says:

The new Act reduces sections from 800+ to about 536, removes outdated provisions, and uses tables and clear wording.

What it means for you from 01-04-2026:

You don’t need to struggle with long explanations and multiple provisos.

Most exemptions, deductions and rates are now presented in tables, making them easier to understand.

MEETING WITH SENIOR DOT OFFICERS:

TEAM representatives led by Sh. K. R. Yadav, G. S. TEAM, Sh. A. K. Kaushik, G. S. RTOWA, Sh. R. K. Sharma, C. S. Delhi, Sh. Subodh Karajgir, ACS, TEAM Delhi and others met Member(Service), Member(Finance), Advisor(Finance), DDG(Establishment), Director(Establishment) and other senior officers of DoT and extended new year greetings to them on behalf of all MTNL Executives. 

A general discussion on the present situation of MTNL took place in the meetings with above mentioned officers of DoT. It was given to understand that new Secretary (T) is holding regular meetings with Senior officials of DoT/BSNL/MTNL w.r.t. revival of BSNL/MTNL which may bear fruits in the coming days.

TEAM representatives enquired about the news being spread in MTNL regarding VRS however it was given to understand that presently no VRS proposal is under consideration in DoT. 

It was also given to understand that the 3rd PRC proposal in respect of BSNL has been met with stiff resistance from the finance ministry.

DoT was positive on the 5% IDA pension revision in respect of employees who retired before 1.1.2018. In this regard they have sought some details from CGCA/MTNL after which the proposal shall be submitted to Sect. (T).

TEAM requested DoT to ask the MTNL management for regular promotions in all the cadres and immediate holding of DPCs for filling the vacant posts in various cadres.

TEAM shall soon write to DoT and Management on all these issues.

--K. R. Yadav, G. S. TEAM.

THE PARIPOORNA MEDICLAIM AYUSH BIMA:

Govt has launched  the aforesaid scheme for CGHS beneficiaries. 

Please see the Press Release HERE. 

The intentions of the Govt is not clear. 

This scheme raises doubts many. Whether Govt intends to restrict the existing medical benefits under CGHS?

PENSION REVISION PURSUIT:

A Memorandum to Secretary (T) requesting explicit inclusion of Pension Revision of BSNL/MTNL Pensioners in the ToR of 8th CPC has been submitted by Co-Ordination Committee of MTNL Pensioners.

Please see the memorandum HERE.

TODAY’S UPDATES OF PENSION REVISION CASE:

Message   from our Advocate: 

The matter was listed today before J Navin Chawla and J Madhu Jain pursuant to directions of Chief Justice.

The bench refused to keep the matter with itself as the roster has changed.

It is therefore directed that the matter be listed before the Regular bench.

The matter has been posted on 22.01.2026.

ASSUMPTION OF NEW SECRETARY TELECOM:

Dear Comrades,

RTOWA has sent a welcome letter to the newly appointed Chairman, DCC & Secretary (Telecom), congratulating him on assuming office. Along with our greetings, we have sought a personal meeting and his kind intervention to resolve the long-pending issue of additional 5% IDA neutralisation for MTNL pensioners retired before 01/01/2018.

Please see the letter HERE.

DHARNA ON 09/01/2026 AT TELEPHONE HOUSE DEFERRED:

Dear Comrades,

The Shivaji Park Police have denied permission for the proposed demonstration and dharna in view of the forthcoming BMC elections.

Consequently, the Mumbai unit of NCCPA/FCPA has called off the Demonstration/Dharna at Telephone House Mumbai on 09th Jan'2026.  Further course of action will be decided soon. 

PENSIONERS’ UNITY ZINDABAD.

--Coordination Committee (FCCPA / NCCPA)

IDA WITH EFFECT FROM 01/01/2026:

As per the calculations based on Consumer Price Index (IW), the rate of IDA from 01/01/2026 will be 236.8 % with an Increase of 3.6%.

Formal orders are expected from DPE. 

--J S Yadav, G S, RTOWA, Mumbai.

DIGITAL LIFE CERTIFICATE CAMPAIGN:

NOTICE:

Dgital Life Certificate (DLC) campaign has been arranged by Pr. CCA Mumbai with co-ordination of MTNL at the places mentioned in the letter issued by the CGM, MTNL. Pensioners whose life certificate is due in January 2026 can submit their LC and KYP form. The pensioners who have not submitted KYP form can also submit the KYP form.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter of MTNL.

KYP – WANTING MOBILE NUMBERS BY CCA:

Dear comrades, the CCA office has issued a circular with a list of pensioners whose mobile numbers are not available in their dadabase. We request those friends to submit the KYP forms to CCA office without further delay.

Please CLICK HERE to view the list.

POSTCARD/ LETTER/ E-MAIL CAMPAIGN:

NCCPA calls upon all Civil Pensioners to immediately join a Postcard / Letter / E-Mail Campaign to the Hon’ble Prime Minister, urging him to scrap the Validation Rules and amend the ToR of the 8th Central Pay Commission.

The draft message is given below:

“To

The Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, New Delhi.

Respected Sir,

I am a Civil Pensioner retired from MTNL. I respectfully request your kind intervention to:

1. Scrap the Pension Validation Clause adopted on 25.03.2025;

2. Amend the ToR of the 8th CPC to include pension revision for all existing Civil Pensioners, including BSNL/MTNL; and

3. Include the date of effect with arrears in the ToR.

Yours sincerely,

Signature:-

Name:

PPO No.:

 Place:

Date:”

Every pensioner’s participation matters. Please send e-mail or postcard by 31/12/2025 positively.

Address to send by Post :-

‘The Hon’ble Prime Minister of India

PMO, South Block, New Delhi – 110011.’

E-mail addresses to send by email :-

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--J.S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

NOTIONAL INCREMENT – RECALCULATION OF PENSION:

RTOWA has requested the personal intervention of CGM MTNL Mumbai in the issue. 

Please see the letter HERE.

PENSION REVISION CASE – STATUS:

The following message has been received from our advocate on the above today:

“Dear All,

The above-captioned matter was listed today as Item Nos. 46 and 48 before Hon’ble Mr. Justice Navin Chawla and Hon’ble Ms. Justice Madhu Jain at the High Court of Delhi.

Mr. Ankur Chhibber appeared on behalf of the private respondents instructed by me. Senior Advocate Mr. Sanjoy Ghosh appeared on behalf of the private Respondents in the connected matter. 

The matter was called out twice, but Senior Advocate Mr. Kiritiman Singh was not present. The Bench inclined at about 11:30 AM that it will hear the matter and at about 12 noon. The matter was called for the third time wherein Senior Advocate Mr. Kiritiman Singh requested that the matter be taken up post lunch. However since the bench had about 3 times fixed and part heard matters, the accommodation could not be given for today. 

The Union's counsel vehemently requested for a date in December, but the Bench was not able to accommodate them. The matter was then adjourned to 06.01.2026 for further hearing. 

Should you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Warm regards,

Gauri.”

KNOW YOUR PENSION FORM:

In the meeting on 09/12/2025, Pr. CCA Mumbai requested RTOWA to give wide publicity among pensioners and family pensioners to submit KYP form.

We requested him to issue a circular.

However, all Pensioners and family pensioners are requested to submit KYP Form through speed post/courier to CCA Mumbai.

Address: 

Accounts Officer (PDA), DOT Pension Cell,

2nd floor, CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai-400001.

Those who have already submitted, need not submit again unless there is a change in information such as address, Mobile number, Bank details etc. If there is issues, you can send it second time too.

Please CLICK HERE to view the form.

MEETING WITH PRINCIPAL CCA MUMBAI:

INTEREST FOR THE PERIOD OF DELAY IN FINAL PAYMENT OF GPF:

RTOWA has chalked out the following path :-

1. The Pensioners retired from Jan'2018  (including VRS) should ask the following information from GM Finance MTNL Mumbai under RTI ONLINE. The Text of RTI query and the online procedure are given below.

“TEXT OF RTI QUERY: -

I, ............ MTNL Staff number…………. retired from ........... GM unit on ..................(date).

 As per the GPF rule, I should have got my full and final GPF amount within a month of my retirement date which I didn't receive. As per GPF rule interest is due for the delayed period. In this regard the following information may be supplied please.

a) "The amount of interest due to me on account of delay in payment of my GPF after retirement."

b) Probable date by which I could expect payment of this interest.”

2. Based on the reply to this RTI, they should file PG case.

3. Simultaneously Association will pursue the issue at all levels including DoT. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the detailed procedure for filing RTI case.

UPDATE ON THE 73.8% IDA NEUTRALISATION ISSUE:

Today the following office bearers had a productive discussion with Ms. Roshni Sohni DDG (Estt), regarding the progress of the file movement in 5% Addl IDA neutralisation in the Pay/Pension revision on 01/01/2007 to those retired before 01/01/2018.

Com.A.K.Kaushik, Com.J.S.Yadav, Com.P.K.Kulkarni, Com. Virendra Singh and Com. Ajay Chavan.

She confirmed that the file is progressing with a positive note and advised patience. She also cautioned that approaching the court could potentially complicate the case.

A letter also has been sent to the Member(S) by the Co-ordination Committee today a copy of which has been handed over the DDG(Estt).

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter. 

-- A.K.Kaushik, GS, RTOWA, Delhi.

-- J.S.Yadav, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai. 

CO-ORDINATION COMMITTEE MEETING:

A meeting of Co-Ordination Committee of RTOWA Delhi and RTOWA Mumbai was held at Mumbai on 29th December 2025. Com K. Haldankar GS MPWA also participated in the meeting.

After discussions the following decisions were taken: -

1.  To hold online Co-Ordination Committee meeting every two months.

2. The issue of migration to SAMPANN will be pursued by Co-Ordination Committee.

3. The issue of shortage of Doctors at CGHS will be taken up by Co-Ordination Committee.

4. To organise, lead and participate in all the Protests that are launched by NCCPA/FCPA against Validation Rules and adverse ToR of 8th CPC.

5. If stalemate is reached in the ongoing file movement, OA will be filed in Pr. CAT Delhi in the 5% issue.

NON RECEIPT OF PENSION FOR NOVEMBER-2025 BY SOME PENSIONERS:

The following message has been received from the AO-PDA today:

“Please ask the pensioners who have submitted life certificate in Oct 2025 but pension not drawn in Nov 2025 to email us. This mainly happens due to tech issue with Jeevan Praman website. We have raised ticket for early resolution.  Simultaneously we are approaching MTNL for supplementary bill feasibility. To consolidate details, we need an email from the affected pensioner with photo of DLC Certificate and PPO Number to our email id This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. If any pensioner has already  emailed may be asked to ignore.

--AO PDA”

 RTOWA is taking up the issue.

Generally, if LC is not submitted Or the LC is not valid, then pension is not drawn.

RTOWA has requested AO PDA, to draw pension in a supplementary bill by 5th of December, if pension is not drawn due to any technical glitch.

One email has this day been sent to AO PDA.

Please CLICK HERE to view the email.

LETTER TO HONOURABLE PM ON TOR OF 8^TH CPC:

Abiding by the decision of NCCPA/FCPA, a letter is sent to Hon'ble PM requesting his personal intervention to withdraw the Part IV of Finance Act 2025 (Validation Rules). Also requested the Hon'ble PM to order amendments to the ToR of 8th CPC dropping the reference  "unfunded scheme" and including the Pension Revision matter of absorbed govt employees  retired from BSNL/ MTNL . 

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

MINUTES OF AGB MEETING DATED 28/11/2025:

Brief Minutes of the 14th AGB Meeting ​held on 28th Nov 2025:

The meeting commenced at 11:00 AM with a Shloka recitation by Com. B.R. Pathak. 

A minute of silence was observed to pay homage to members who have passed away since the last AGM.

​Com. C.U. Gade read out the minutes of the 13th AGM, which were confirmed by the House.

​Activity Report:

Com. J. S. Yadav (GS) presented the Activity Report, which was approved by the House.

​Status Updates:

Com. K. Jawahar and Com. J.S. Yadav briefed members on the current status of pending issues. 

Com. K. R. Yadav GS TEAM CHQ. narrated the status of the 73.8% IDA neutralisation issue.

​Accounts:

Com. N. V. Mahajan presented the Audited Accounts for the financial years ending 31/03/2024 and 31/03/2025. These were adopted by the House.

​Auditors:

The appointment of M/S A. Y. Kale & Associates was ratified.

​Resolutions :

The following resolutions were passed unanimously:

  ​1. To vigorously pursue Pension Revision, neutralisation of 73.8% IDA and other   issues through all available means.

2. ​To continue the fight against Validation Rules and the adverse terms in the 8th CPC ToR jointly with NCCPA.

3. ​CGHS Improvements: To continuously pursue with CGHS authorities for opening more wellness centres, empanelling more hospitals, augmenting the strength of doctors and  enhancing reimbursement rates etc.

​Elections & Closing:

Com. B.R. Pathak and Com. M.R. Dixit were appointed as Election Officers. 

The House was adjourned for lunch and an Open Session.

​Upon reconvening, Elections were held, new office bearers and EC members were elected unanimously.  After dissolution of existing EC, Com. M.K. Bagchi administered the Oath of assumption of office to the newly elected team. 

​Vote of Thanks was Proposed by Com. Virendra Singh (Jt. G.S.).

​The meeting concluded with the National Anthem and loud slogans of "RTOWA Zindabad" and "Pensioners Unity Zindabad."

--K. Jawahar, President, RTOWA Mumbai.

Note:

1. List of newly elected body is given separately.

2. Photos are posted separately.

STATUS OF PENSION REVISION CASE: 

Today, the Pension Revision Case came up for hearing at 12:45 hrs. in Hon'ble Delhi High Court.  Counsel of DOT mentioned about the proposal of fitment of 2.57. He said that union of India do not agree upon with the proposal of the said fitment.

The Bench thereupon posted the matter for arguments after lunch.

After Lunch Due to paucity of time case couldn’t be heard today and listed for hearing on 11/12/2025. The details will follow.

21ST PENSION ADALAT:

Conducted by :- CCA Mumbai 

Date     :- 29/12/2025

Time.    :- 11 AM

thro ELECTRONIC MEDIA. 

Grievances should reach CCA office either by post or through email before 05/12/2025 in the proforma given in the Notice, given below. 

Please Click the Links below to view the circular.

ENGLISH         MARATHI

14^th AGB OF RTOWA  --  INVITATION:

Dear All,

RTOWA is holding its 14th AGB on 28th Nov 2025 at DR BABASAHEB AMBEDKAR BHAVAN,  Dadar East from 9.30 AM to 1-00 PM. The pensioners retired from MTNL are cordially invited for the meeting. All important issues will be discussed.

Open Session will start from 2 PM. Various important dignitaries will address the meeting. Kindly attend the meeting and be updated of latest news like 5% IDA, Pension Revision, 8th CPC, Finance Validation Clause, GPF Interest, CGHS, CGHIS and many more.

CGHS GRIEVANCES:

A letter has been sent to the A.D. CGHS-Mumbai to settle some grievances of CGHS beneficiaries.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

STATUS OF PENSION REVISION CASE AT DELHI HIGH COURT TODAY:

The pension revision case was listed today in Delhi High Court. The court has directed the DOT to submit their reply on implementation of the 7th CPC fitment formula @2.57 w. e. f 01.01.2016. The next date of hearing will be 27.11.2025. The details of the case will follow.

STATUS OF COURT CASE AGAINST VALIDATION CLAUSE IN SUPREME COURT:

 The Case against validation clause has been admitted by the Supreme Court today (17/11/2025) morning. Senior Advocate Sri. Vikas Singh appeared and argued the case. He referred Nakara case and the Government went for the validation clause from 1972 itself.

The Supreme Court Justices have admitted our case and notice will be served on the Government respondents. It will be clubbed along with S-30 Pensioners Association case and argued. 

PURSUIT OF GPF INTEREST PAYMENT FOR THE PERIOD OF DELAY:

The issue of payment of interest for the period of delay in final payment of GPF after retirement is continuously pursued by our Association. CGM MTNL Mumbai says Payment will be done on receipt of funds from Corporate office.

CMD and other officers in CO do not give commitment by what date funds will be provided.

So we will take the following steps: -

1. All the aggrieved pensioners (retired after 2018 including VRS Pensioners) should ask the following information under RTI:-

a) What is the  amount of interest due to me on account of delay in payment of my GPF after retirement?

b)  When can I expect payment of this interest?

2. Based on the reply to this RTI, they should file PG case.

3. Simultaneously Association will pursue the issue at all levels including DoT.

NEW CCA MUMBAI:

Sh. Narendra Dhaktode, former GM (F) has assumed the charge of CCA Mumbai. A Welcome Greetings letter has been sent.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

14^TH AGM OF RTOWA MUMBAI – NOTICE:

Dear Comrades, the 14^th Annual Conference of RTOWA Mumbai will be held on 28/11/2025 at 09:30 AM at Dadar.

Please CLICK HERE to view the Notice dated 06/11/2025.

CCA CONTACTS AS ON 01/11/2025:

प्रिय पेंशनर,

सूचित किया जाता है कि प्रधान नियंत्रक संचार लेखा , मुंबई, *कार्यालय (O/o Pr. CCA Mumbai) से संबंधित किसी भी पेंशन संबंधी जानकारी, शिकायत या प्रश्न के लिए कृपया केवल नीचे दिए गए अधिकृत संपर्क माध्यमों पर ही संपर्क करें: —

 टोल-फ्री नंबर: 1800-22-3211 / 1800-22-3212

 व्हाट्सएप: 9920687211

 लैंडलाइन: 022-22615484 / 022-22615844

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कृपया ध्यान दें कि पहले प्रसारित किए गए नंबर अब बदल दिए गए हैं।

आपसे अनुरोध है कि व्यक्तिगत नंबर पर संपर्क न करें।

आपके सहयोग के लिए धन्यवाद।

--CCA MUMBAI. 

DELETION OF DAUGHTER’S NAME FROM FAMILY DETAILS:

As a part of SCDPM 5.0, Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare issued OM No. 11/1/2025-P&PW(H)-VIII dated 31/10/2025 towards clarification on deletion of name of daughter from the family details of a Central Government pensioner. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the OM.

LIFE CERTIFICATE CAMPS DURING NOVEMBER-2025:

The following message has been circulated by the O/o Principal CCA for Life Certificate Camps:

“Dear Pensioner,

Life certificate Camps for pensioners (whose LC due in the month of November 2025) will be held as follows:

1. Vashi Telephone Exchange on 04.11.2025.

2. Thane-Charai Telephone Exchange on 07.11.2025.

3. Kandivali Telephone Exchange on 11.11.2025.

4. Prabhadevi Telephone Exchange on 14.11.2025.

5. O/o Pr. CCA, Mumbai on 18.11.2025.

Free medical Check-up (Optional), KYP form submission, ID card distribution and Postal, Bank & Income tax information will be available.

Please attend the camp and avail the benefits. (Ignore the message if LC already submitted).

---O/o Pr. CCA, Mumbai"

233.2% IDA will be effective from 01/10/2025.

Orders has been issued today. Please see para 4, IDA Scale 2007.

Please CLICK HERE to view the orders.

PURSUIT OF 5% IDA:

Positive Development: 

Dear Comrades,

Good news on the additional 5% IDA in Pay/Pension fitment (w.e.f. 01.01.2007) for those retired before 01.01.2018.

As per information from DoT, the file with a positive note has started moving. 

We are closely tracking the file. The political efforts through the Central Cabinet Minister from Mumbai are showing results.

Let’s stay hopeful.

--A. K. Kaushik, GS RTOWA Delhi.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

--K. R. Yadav, GS TEAM CHQ.

CGHS RELATED PROBLEMS:

Step taken by RTOWA Mumbai:

CGHS related concerns faced by Pensioners: Let's Work Together!

Sh. P. K. Kulkarni, our AGS, has taken on the responsibility of addressing CGHS-related problems faced by pensioner beneficiaries. If you are a CGHS beneficiary and Member of RTOWA and have issues or suggestions, please message him on WhatsApp. 

Contact:  Sh. P. K. Kulkarni, AGS on WhatsApp - 9869277999. 

Let's work together to improve CGHS services for pensioner beneficiaries.

--J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai.

FILING OF CASE IN PRINCIPAL CAT FOR 5% IDA ISSUE:

Dear members,

All of you are aware, we had decided to file a case regarding 5% IDA issue. The OA and related documents are ready for filing.

However, in light of the assurances given by Member (S) in the meeting on 14/10/2025,

we may wait for a month. A suitable decision—either to proceed with filing the case or to wait further—will be taken based on the movement of the file in the coming days.

------By

A. K. Kaushik, General Secretary, RTOWA Delhi,

UPDATE ON PURSUIT OF 73.8% IDA FOR PRE-2018 RETIREES:

Thanks to Com. J. S. Yadav for his effective efforts in exerting political pressure through a Central Cabinet Minister from Mumbai.

The file is presently active and under process.

On 13/10/2025, our office bearers held separate meetings with the Additional Secretary (T) and Member (S) — the discussions were positive and encouraging.

Subsequently, on 14/10/2025, another meeting was held with Member (S) in the presence of Sr. DDG (E) and Director (E). Member (S) conveyed that the issue will be resolved and necessary orders will be issued. However, he said as the process is lengthy it may take a little long time to issue orders. We requested him to fast track the file.

Please see the copy of letter given to Member (S) HERE.

Participants in the meeting were: -

Com. M. K. Bagchi, President, RTOWA Delhi,

Com. K. Jawahar, President, RTOWA Mumbai,

Com. A. K. Kaushik, General Secretary, RTOWA Delhi,

Com. J. S. Yadav, General Secretary, RTOWA Mumbai.

Com. Virendra Singh, Jt. G.S. RTOWA Mumbai,

Com. K. R. Yadav, General Secretary, TEAM.

We will continuously keep track on the file movement.

..........By

Co-Ordination Committee of RTOWA Delhi and Mumbai.

STATUS OF PENSION REVISION COURT CASE TODAY:

Briefing of today's Pension Revision case by Ms. Gauri Puri our Counsel:

Dear All,

The above-captioned matter was listed today as Item Nos. 40 and 42 before Hon’ble Mr. Justice Navin Chawla and Hon’ble Ms. Justice Madhu Jain at the High Court of Delhi.

Mr. Ankur Chhibber, as instructed by me, appeared on behalf of the Respondents.

Counsel for the Petitioner was also present.

Please note that while we were waiting for the matter to be taken up, the Hon’ble Bench called the counsels for both the parties at about 4:00 PM and informed that the Bench would not be able to hear the matter today as Hon’ble Ms. Justice Madhu Jain had a meeting.

In view of the above, the matter has been adjourned to 19.11.2025 for further proceedings at 2:30 PM.

(By Ms.Gauri Puri)

DoT is Petitioner, Associations are Respondents in this WP.

Sh.Ankur Chhibber is our Senior Counsel.

--J.S. YADAV, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai.

NEW CGHS INSTRUCTIONS TO PENSIONERS:

CGHS-Instructions to Pensioner beneficiaries who are eligible for Credit on Migration to TMS 2.0 and implementation of Revised CGHS Rates effective 13/10/2025 has been issued by MoH.

Please CLICK HERE to view the instructions.

-- J.S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai.

NOTIONAL INCREMENT IMPLEMENTATION:

MTNL has taken five months to endorse DoT's orders. 

RTOWA is pursuing for its applicability to VRS Pensioners too.

Please CLICK HERE to view the orders issued by C.O. MTNL.

-- K. Jawahar, President, RTOWA, Mumbai.

BSNL PAY REVISION UPDATE:

The Pay Revision agreement has been officially signed by BSNL unions and management.

 Revised pay scales for non-executive employees have been agreed upon.

 Fitment Benefit: The fitment factor for NE Pay Scales and Executive Pay scales will be the same. 

Further Course:-

BSNL must decide on:

 * Executive Pay Scales

 * Fitment Factor (for everyone)

 * Date of Effect 

After these decisions, the proposal requires several high-level approvals:

 * BSNL Board

 * Department of Telecom (DoT)

 * Cabinet.

Impact on MTNL:

Pay Scales: - According to a 2013 Cabinet decision, MTNL and BSNL pay scales will be the same from the date of this next pay revision. The specific method of fixation still needs to be determined.

Pension Revision (BSNL & MTNL):-

Based on past practice, the combined service Pension in both MTNL and BSNL should be revised using the same fitment factor and date of effect. 

Date of effect is 01/01/2017, but it is not known Payment effect will be from what date.

However, under the recently passed validation act, the Government has the discretion to decide otherwise.

Please CLICK HERE to view the signed agreement.

--K Jawahar, President, RTOWA, Mumbai.  

CGHS - REVISION OF RATES FROM 13/10/2025:

CGHS has revised all the rates superseding all earlier orders. It will be effective from 13/10/2025.

Please CLICK HERE to view the concerned OM.

HEARTY WELCOME TO NEW PRINCIPAL CCA MUMBAI:

Shri Kumar Sanjay Bariar has assumed the charge of Pr. CCA Mumbai recently. RTOWA Mumbai Wishes him all the best to shine in his tenure as Pr. CCA.

Requested him to fast track the implementation of SAMPAAN to MTNL Combined Service Pensioners.

Please see the letter HERE.

Calculations of IDA formula indicate that the IDA rise is 6.2% effective from 01/10/2025.

The IDA rate w.e.f.  01/10/2025 will be 233.3%.

Orders from DPE are expected.

EXEMPTION OF EX-GRATIA FROM INCOME TAX:

RTOWA Mumbai, has taken up the issue of exempting the whole amount of ex-gratia of VRS-2019 Pensioners from Income Tax based on the recent judgement of Chandigarh Bench of ITAT.

Please see the letter written to Chairman CBDT HERE.

--J.S.Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

IMPLEMENTATION OF SAMPANN TO MTNL PENSIONERS:

Ms. Vandana Gupta (earlier Pr. CCA Mumbai) has assumed the charge of Controller General of Communication Accounts (CGCA) at Delhi. RTOWA Mumbai has greeted her to have excellent tenure in her new responsibilities. We also requested her to implement SAMPANN system replacing the existing MTNL system of Pension Payments for combined service pensioners of MTNL.

Please see the letter HERE. 

--J. S. Yadav, General Secretary, RTOWA Mumbai.

MEETING WITH NEW CGM MTNL MUMBAI:

A delegation of RTOWA and MPWA office bearers met Sh. S. Malvia, the newly joined CGM, and extended greetings with a bouquet on 02/09/2025 (Photo Below). Many important issues concerning pensioners were discussed.

Participants: -

RTOWA / MPWA:

Com. K. Jawahar, President,

Com. J. S. Yadav, GS,

Com. Virendra Singh, Jt. GS,

Com. P. K. Kulkarni AGS,

Com. D. R. Pande, ECM,

Com. Rai Active member,

Com. K. Haldankar, GS MPWA.

MTNL Mumbai:

Sh. S. Malvia, CGM,

Sh. Chandan Shive, GM (Fin),

Sh. Tripathi, DGM (A),

Sh. S. JayAnand, DGM (Fin),

Sh. Maske SM (A).

At the outset we congratulated CGM with bouquet. 

Com.K.Jawahar apprised about the impending adverse effects of Validation Act and the formation of Forum with almost all the Associations of Pensioners of Central Govt, BSNL and MTNL and preparing for a legal battle. 

Issues Discussed & Assurances: -

1. Thana Charai Wellness Centre:

CGM assured to resolve any issue that may arise in smooth handing over of space to CGHS for the new wellness centre.

2. Floater Medical Claims: -

CO will be reminded for settlement of 21 claims totalling to Rs. 65 lakhs pending since 2022. 

3. GPF Final Payment Interest: -

Request to CO will be made regularly for release of funds towards interest for the period of delay in final payment of GPF after retirement, especially VRS Pensioners. 

4. Stepping-Up of Pay (STS Cadre Pensioners):

A suitable reply will be sent to CCA to drop the objections raised.

5. The Directory of Accounts Sections will be uploaded on portal pensioner.mtnl.in.

The meeting was positive, and the CGM assured support in resolving the above matters.

--J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

MEETING WITH AD CGHS:

A delegation of office bearers met Smt. Dr. Geetha Anandhan, AD CGHS on 02/09/2025.

Participants:

Com. K. Jawahar, President,

Com. J. S. Yadav, GS,

Com. Virendra Singh, Jt. GS,

Com. D. R. Pande, ECM,

Com. Rai (all from RTOWA) and

Com. K. Haldandankar, GS MPWA.

1. New Wellness Centres:

The CGHS Directorate has approved the opening of two new wellness centres, expected to be functional from January 2026:

1. Thana Charai Telephone Exchange and

2. Panvel – Trifed Towers, Sector-17.

2. Rush at Belapur Wellness Centre:

The AD clarified that a doctor cannot examine more than 100 patients in a day. Hence, tokens are issued in proportion to the number of doctors available on a given day. The situation is expected to improve once the Panvel Wellness Centre starts functioning.

3. Coordination with MTNL:

We assured the AD that RTOWA will coordinate with MTNL to facilitate in completing the formalities in opening of the Thana Charai Wellness Centre. 

— J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

20^TH PENSION ADALAT:

CCA Mumbai has scheduled 20th Pension Adalat on 29/09/2025 at 11 am through ELECTRONIC MEDIA. 

The grievances should reach CCA office either by post or through email before 05/09/2025 in the proforma given in the Notice, for which click the link given below.

The following are a few general grievances which are redressed in Adalat. :-

1. Non sanction of Pension or Family Pension or Non receipt of PPO.

2. Nonpayment of gratuity or interest on gratuity to the VRS pensioners on attaining superannuation.

3. Pensioner ID Card: - Not received or correction to be done.

4. Any correction needed in PPO.

5. Any grievance regarding Pension payment slip.

6. Any grievance regarding TDS.

7. Any grievance regarding Life Certificate.

8. Non restoration of Commutation after 15 years from the date of payment. 

9. Non issue of Pay Mapping Certificate for CGHS application.

10. Non sanction of Fixed Medical Allowance.

Any other grievance relating to Pension, Gratuity, ID card, Life Certificate, FMA etc.

Please CLICK HERE to see the Notice.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

DELHI HC ORDER ON PENSION REVISION CASE:

The undermentioned orders has been issued by the Delhi HC in our Pension Revision Case after hearing on 19/08/2025.

Associations will file counter affidavit in time.

Please CLICK HERE to view the court orders.

FAMILY PENSION – PARLIAMENT QUESTION:

Family Pension to Divorced/widowed daughter as per Provisions of CCS Pension Rules has been mentioned in reply to a Parliament question today.

Please CLICK HERE to view the Question and the Answer given by the Hon. Minister.

PENSION REVISION CAT CASE - ADDITIONAL AFFIDAVIT BY UNION OF INDIA:

 The Government of India has filed an Additional Affidavit in the WP against PCAT judgement at Delhi High Court today. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the Affidavit.

--K Jawahar, President, RTOWA, Mumbai. 

PENSION REVISION CASE IN DELHI HIGH COURT:

The case was heard today (19/08/2025). The case was argued at length by our advocate but yet to conclude the arguments. Department has submitted additional affidavit, court asked our advocate to file counter reply within two weeks. At this point the Hon' Judge observed that the time is up and could not be heard fully today. Adjourned to 13/10/2025 at 3:30 PM.

--A K Kaushik, G. S RTOWA DELHI.

MEETING WITH SHRI KAPIL SIBALJI:

At the initiatives of Com. A.K. Kaushik GS RTOWA Delhi, leaders of NCCPA and other Associations met Sh. Kapil Sibalji on 29/07/2025 and discussed about filing case in Honourable Supreme Court against the Validation Act. Sh. Kapil Sibalji agreed to fight this legal battle.

Please see the message of Com. A.K. Kaushik HERE.

--J.S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

PENSION REVISION CASE IN DELHI HIGH COURT:

The case was heard today. Govt. advocate was presenting the case. He could not finish. Main point in his arguement was many benefits of 7th CPC were extended to BSNL IDA pensioners. But pension is linked to pay; so pension revision cannot be given. Our lawyers intervened and said as per Rule 37A, BSNL Pensioners are entitled to pension as applicable to Central Govt. Pensioners. At this point the Honourable Judge observed that the time is up and could not be heard fully today. The case has been adjourned to 19/08/2025 at 3:30 pm.

Our Lawyer's note on today's hearing is furnished below:

“Dear All,

The captioned matter was listed before Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Madhu Jain at the Delhi High Court.

The matters were taken up at about 3:40 pm. Mr. Kirtiman Singh, Senior Advocate commenced arguments primarily focusing on the aspect of the pensioners not being entitled to revision of pension on the lack of revision of pay. Much emphasis was laid on comparison of the pay scales of the pensioners vis a vis the government employees and how without revision of pay pension revision was not possible. Reference was also made to a SLP pending before the Supreme Court pursuant to the challenge made to the Ernakulam high a court decision.

The Bench was not inclined to hear the matter completely due to paucity of time however as a parting note Mr Ankur Chibber informed the court that the statutory regime and terms and conditions of absorption categorically mandated that the pension would be at par with government servant and today such assurances cannot be resiled from. He submitted that it was in view of these assurances that the pensioners left their govt. job at DOT and sought absorption in BSNL. Pay revision had no link with pension revision and except for pension revision, all benefits of the 7th CPC have been extended to the pensioners.

The matter has now been adjourned to 19.08.2025 at 3.30 PM.

Warm regards,

Gauri.”

SUCCESSFUL HUMAN CHAIN PROGRAMME:

The Human Chain Programme in Mumbai on 25th July 2025 at Dadar Head Post Office, Dadar (East), Mumbai was completed successfully.

Despite heavy downpour the Human Chain Programme found quite an impressive presence of pensioners from all over Mumbai at Dadar Head Post Office, Dadar (East), Mumbai Today.

Pensioners associations from INCOM TAX, Railways, Postal/RMS, DOT, BSNL and MTNL. Participated in the programme.

Pensioners from RTOWA Mumbai and MPWA wholeheartedly joined the programme.

Before commencing Human Chain - leaders of the participating associations addressed the gatherings and enlightened them about the gravity and implications of the new Pension Validation Rule passed by the Central Government.

On behalf of RTOWA Mumbai General Secretary Com J S Yadav spoke on the occasion.

Sloganeering raised during the Programme was heartening and indicative of the pensioners' resolve and concern to realise their demands!

PURSUIT OF 5% IDA NEUTRALISATION:

An email has been sent to Secretary-T for a formal meeting to discuss about 5% IDA Neutralisation.

Please CLICK HERE to view the email.

PARLIAMENT QUESTION ON 8TH CPC:

Please CLICK HERE to view the Govt 's reply in Parliament today (21/07/2025) about 8th CPC.

CO-ORDINATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF RTOWA DELHI & RTOWA MUMBAI:

An online meeting was held via Google Meet on July 16, 2025. The sole agenda was filing a court case for 73.8% IDA neutralization in pay/pension fitment, with notional effect from January 1, 2007, and payment effect from January 1, 2018.

Com. K. Jawahar Chairman welcomed the members and special invitees viz., 

- Com. K. R. Yadav, General Secretary, TEAM and

- Com. K. Haldankar, General Secretary, MPWA.

 Decisions:

- The case will focus on 73.8% neutralization, not 78.2%.

- The case will be filed at Pr. CAT in Delhi.

- The already prepared Original Application (OA) will be further refined.

- The OA will be filed as soon as possible, within a month.

- Com. M. K. Bagchi Vice Chairman summarised the discussions.

- Com. A. K. Kaushik, Convenor, conveyed the consensus decisions.

The meeting concluded on a positive note. 

- K. Jawahar, Chairman, Co-ordination Committees of RTOWA Delhi & Mumbai.

5% IDA NEUTRALISATION – REMINDER TO DOT:

A polite reminder has been sent by the Co-Ordination Committee of RTOWA  to the Secretary (T) for the expedition of issue of orders for the 5% IDA Neutralisation to the pensioners retired prior to 01/01/2028.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

IDA WITH EFFECT FROM 01/07/2025:

Please CLICK HERE to view the DPE order for the revised IDA from 01/07/2025.

-- J S Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

SAD DEMISE OF SHRI S C MAHESHWARI:

Condolence Message:

RTOWA Mumbai deeply condoles the sad demise of the respected leader of Bharat Pensioners Samaj, Shri S C Maheswari, who passed away today (on 3rd July 2025).

Of late he was aggressively exerting pressure on Govt. to announce the terms of reference of 8th CPC.

In his passing, the pensioners’ community across the nation has lost a committed voice, a visionary leader, and a tireless advocate for the welfare of senior citizens. His dedication and contribution to the cause of pensioners will always be remembered and cherished.

--J. S. Yadav, General Secretary, RTOWA Mumbai.

MINUTES OF EC MEETING DATED 02/07/2025:

The Executive Committee of our Association met at Telephone House, Dadar, today. The meeting began with a two-minute silence to pay respects to departed members.

Key decisions included:

1. OA Filing in CAT Delhi:

    - File OA before July 31, 2025, in collaboration with RTOWA Delhi

      and MPWA, for 73.8% IDA neutralization.

    - President and GS authorized to select applicant names through

      a resolution.

2. Supporting NCCPA's Supreme Court Case:

    - Contribute up to ₹1 lakh, as decided by NCCPA, to challenge the

      recently passed anti-pensioner law.

3. General Body Meeting:

    - Scheduled for November 2025.

4. CGHS Issues:

    - Continue pursuing with AD CGHS Mumbai.

5. Follow-up with Pr. CCA Mumbai:

    - Implementation of SAMPAAN, life certificate acknowledgment,

      supplementary bill payment facility, and other related matters.

The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks.

IDA FROM 01/07/2025:

Based on All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Worker AICPI (IW), IDA increase is 0.6%.

The rate of IDA effective from 01/07/2025 would be 227.1%.

DPE's orders are awaited.

--J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

PENSION ADALAT TODAY:

Pension Adalat was held today (30/06/2025).

The Adalat was conducted by Pr. CCA Mumbai through Webex Meet online.

Our President Com. K. Jawahar attended the Adalat and requested for early refixation of the pension of eligible pensioners with notional increment falling on the next date of superannuation.

It was informed that MTNL Mumbai will send the list of eligible pensioners to CCA office this week itself and the refixation of Pension and payment of arrears will be done early.

Pr. CCA said that pensioners are encouraged to communicate grievances through various channels, including emails. Pr. CCA also assured continuous support and availability for addressing pensioners' issues.

Adalat ended with vote of thanks.

IMPROVEMENT IN CGHS FACILITIES:

A letter for addressing some CGHS issues, has been handed over by Com P.K. Kulkarni, Asst. General Secretary & Com C U Gade Executive Member to Shri Naresh Ganpat Mhaskeji, Honourable MP on behalf of RTOWA Mumbai.

Please click the links below to view the letter.

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ISSUE OF FORM-16 FOR THE YEAR 2024-25:

Many members are asking when will we get Form 16.

In our case, Form 16 is generated by CCA Mumbai through TRACES (a site of Income Tax dept). It seems TRACES undergoes change. So Income Tax dept has fixed the last date for filing returns as 15/09/2025.

CCA office will generate Form 16 when TRACES is available to them.

Surely we will get Form 16 well before 15/09/2025.

CCA Mumbai is requested to upload Form 16 on our website pensioner.mtnlmumbai.in

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter to CCA.

--J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

PURSUIT OF 5% IDA NEUTRALISATION:

Co-ordination Committee has sent a reminder to Secretary (T) requesting immediate intervention of Secretary (T) to issue orders on 73.8% IDA Neutralization in the Pension of those retired before 01/01/2018.

Please CLICK HERE to view the reminder letter.

--J. S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.  

NCCPA MEETING DATED 09/06/2025:

Please CLICK HERE to view the decisions taken in online meeting of NCCPA. RTOWA is affiliated member of NCCPA.

19^TH PENSION ADALAT:

CCA Mumbai has scheduled 19th Pension Adalat on 30/06/2025 at 11 AM through electronic media.

The grievances should reach CCA office either by post or through email before 20/06/2025 in the proforma given in the Notice.

The following are a few general grievances which are redressed in Adalat. :-

1. Non sanction of Pension or Family Pension or Non receipt of PPO

2. Non-payment of gratuity or interest on gratuity to the VRS pensioners on attaining superannuation.

3. Pensioner ID Card :- Not received Or correction to be done.

4. Any correction needed in PPO

5. Any grievance regarding Pension payment slip.

6. Any grievance regarding TDS

7. Any grievance regarding Life Certificate.

8. Non restoration of Commutation after 15 years from the date of payment.

9. Non issue of Pay Mapping Certificate for CGHS application

10. Non sanction of Fixed Medical Allowance

Any other grievance relating to Pension, Gratuity, ID card, Life Certificate, FMA etc.

Please CLICK HERE to see the Notice.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

CORRESPONDENCES TO CGM MTNL MUMBAI:

Various letters have been sent to CGM, MTNL Mumbai for the following:

1. For allotment of Space in Prabhadevi for an office of RTOWA,

2. For providing Service Directory and

3. For Reopening of IQs.

Please CLICK the following Links to view the letters.

SPACE-ALLOTMENT         SERVICE-DIRECTORY        REOPENING-IQs

MASS PG CASE CAMPAIGN TO ACHIEVE 73.8% IDA NEUTRALISATION:

Calling all pensioners who retired before January 1, 2018 to  file a PG Case: 

Steps to file:

Keep your PPO no. ready.

“Content File” is given below. 

Using Laptop or Mobile:-

1. Open pgportal.gov.in/pension.  CPENGRAMS Screen opens. 

2. Click on "Lodge Your Grievance." 

3. Fill in the required information:

    - Type of Pensioner: 'Telecom' 

    - Department from which retired: "Telecom" 

    - Office from which retired: "MTNL Mumbai" 

    - Grievance pertains to: "Department" 

    - Grievance category: Select "Not specified"

4. Fill in all other profile information.

5. Paste or attach the grievance content file in the designated box or in the space below.

Let's Make This Campaign a Grand Success!

Together, we can achieve our justified demand. Let us file our PG Cases and make our voices heard! 

Please CLICK HERE to download the “Grievance Content File”.

--J. S. Yadav, General Secretary, RTOWA Mumbai.

PURSUIT OF 73.8% IDA (ADDITIONAL 5% IDA) NEUTRALISATION:

The file is stuck in DoT about "sharing liability".  Despite passage of seven years, the issue is unsettled. 

In light of this, RTOWA Delhi and RTOWA Mumbai have made a unanimous decision to file a case in the Pr.CAT Delhi. 

In parallel to preparation for court case, the following Pursuits will be done. 

1. Meeting with Secretary (T): Once again we will pursue another meeting to press for immediate orders. 

2. Mass PG Case Filing: All pensioners retired before 01/01/2018 may file PG Cases to collectively voice our demand. 

The detailed procedure for filing the PG Case, along with the content, will be shared separately. 

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

MEETING WITH SECRETARY STAFFSIDE:

Meeting with Shri Shiv Gopal Mishraji, Secretary Staffside  NJCM and President NCCPA CHQ Delhi on 06-06-2025 at New Delhi in his Office:

Today Com. Prahlad Rai GS, Com. T C Jain AGS AIRBSNLEWA CHQ along with Com. M K Bagchi,  President  and Com. A K Kaushik GS RTOWA MTNL Delhi met with Shri. Shiv Gopal Mishraji and discussed about inclusion of pension revision of  BSNL and MTNL pensioners in the terms of reference of the 8th CPC .

After detailed discussions Com. Shiv Gopal Mishraji mentioned that the matter was taken up by him in the Standing Committee of NJCM wherein  DoT had apprised the Secretary DoP&W and DoP&T that the matter is subjudice, thus on the settlement of the court case matter can be discussed. In response to this Com. Shiv Gopal Mishraji pleaded that DoT has compelled the BSNL and MTNL pensioners to resort to legal remedy. If DoT wants to settle the issue it can be settled out of the court or it can be discussed in the National JCM for decision. Com. Mishraji assured that in case DoT holds a meeting to resolve the issue he would mediate and will  call us for the meeting.

 Com. Mishraji mentioned that NCCPA CHQ virtual meeting will be held on 10-06-2025 wherein AIRBSNLEWA CHQ will also be invited for discussions.

Finance Bill-2025, Amendment in CCS Pension Rules and S-30 Associations court case :-

He mentioned that in the ensuing CHQ meeting on 10-06-2025 a decision will be taken to proceed on this issue.

We sincerely thanked Mishraji for his positive concern towards BSNL and MTNL Pensioners and Pension Revision issue.

--Prahlad Rai, GS, AIRBSNLEWA. 

CGHS PROBLEMS IN THE CDAC SYSTEM:

CGHS Problems after transition of the system to CDAT Platform have been summarised intimated to CGHS authorities. RTOWA has taken up the issue with some suggestions on Corrective steps. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter. 

--J. S. Yadav, General Secretary, RTOWA, Mumbai.

PURSUIT OF ADDITIONAL 5% IDA NEUTRALISATION ISSUE:

The file is not moving in DoT due to indecision of DOT on "sharing liability". 

RTOWA Delhi and RTOWA Mumbai have unanimously decided to file a case in Pr. CAT Delhi as more than six years are already over.

However, pursuits by filing mass PG cases and approaching Hon. MoC will go on in parallel. 

As a part of this process a letter seeking personal intervention of Secretary (T) has been sent by Co-ordination Committee. 

Please see the letter written by Coordination Committee HERE.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

EXTENSION OF DUE DATE FOR ITR FILING:

ITR Filing date has been extended up to 15/09/2025 in view of extensive changes being made in the online processing of returns.

Please CLICK HERE to view the Press Release issued by the CBDT.

NOTIONAL INCREMENT FOR PENSION/FAMILY PENSION:

The DoT has issued an OM for the Notional Increment.

Please see para 7 and 9 prescribing the applicability of Notional increment   to the absorbed employees of BSNL and MTNL.

Those eligible absorbed employees retired or retiring on or after 01/01/2006 will get the benefit, but monetary benefit will be from 01/05/2023 onwards only.

Orders are awaited for VRS-19 Pensioners.

Please CLICK HERE to view the DoT OM dated 26/05/2025.

PENSION REVISION CASE AT DELHI HIGH COURT:

From RTOWA Delhi:

--Pension Revision case at Delhi HC.

--Adjourned to 29/07/2025.

Message of our Advocate:

“Dear All,

The matter was listed today before Hon’ble Mr Justice Navin Chawla and Hon’ble Mrs Justice Renu Bhatnagar as Item 56 and 58 in Court No 42 before the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi.

Mr Ankur Chhibber along with me appeared for the Respondents, in the matter.

The matter was mentioned at 3:30 PM before the Hon’ble Bench, however, the Hon‘ble Bench was of the view that they will complete their supplementary list and then take up the matter.

Again at 04:15 PM the matter was mentioned; however, the Hon’ble Bench had a heavy board (in view of the court closing this week) due to which they are not able to hear the matter and has adjourned the matter for 29.07.2025 at 03:30 PM. 

In case of any clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Warm Regards,

Gauri.”

--K Jawahar, President, RTOWA, Mumbai.

FILING CASE AGAINST RECENT VALIDATION ACT 2025:

Today AIBSNL PWA, RTOWA Delhi and Mumbai and SNPWA had an online meeting for an hour to discuss about filing of a Writ Petition in Hon Supreme Court  challenging the Validation Act  of the Finance Bill 2025.

Com. D. Gopalakrishnan President AI BSNL PWA initiated the discussions. 

After a thorough discussion, it was decided to explore the possibility of engaging eminent Senior Constitutional Lawyer, Shri Kapil Sibalji to contest the case in Hon. Apex Court.

Com. A. K. Kaushik GS RTOWA Delhi, (good rapport with Shri. Kapil Sibalji) has undertaken the responsibility of getting the consent of Shri. Kapil Sibalji.

The next review meeting has been fixed tentatively on 31st May, 2025 to decide future course of action. 

--K Jawahar, President, RTOWA Mumbai.  

MTNL has issued a circular for the above on 09/05/2025. Eligible retirees may submit applications for availing the CGHIS facilities to the Welfare Officer, MTNL, Mumbai on or before 31/05/2025.

Please CLICK HERE to view the MTNL Circular dated 09/05/2025.

--J S Yadav, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai.

MESSAGE FROM AD CGHS MUMBAI:

Important Advisory: Continuation of Services During NHA Downtime - CDAC transition:

Dear HCOs,

This is to bring to your notice that the current technical issues being faced with the National Health Authority (NHA) software are being actively addressed and are expected to be resolved within the next two days.

During this temporary downtime, all empanelled Health Care organization (HCOs) under CGHS Mumbai are directed not to deny or delay any medical services to CGHS beneficiaries on account of the ongoing software issues.

Please note that all claims/bills generated during this downtime will be duly honoured and processed by CGHS once the system is restored. There will be no financial loss to the HCOs due to this disruption.

The expected downtime is around 2 days. Till then kindly follow the guidance. 

--Dr Geetha Anandan, Additional Director CGHS Mumbai.

CGHS – SPECIAL SANCTION FOR OPD CLAIMS:

Special sanction  for OPD claim  due to migration from existing system to C-DAC  has been issued.

Please Click the links below to view the sancion.

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--J. S. YADAV, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai.

VALIDATION – MINISTER’S REPLY:

The MoS for Finance replied to Sh. M. Shanmugam MP about the recent amendments to Pension Rules.

Please CLICK HERE to view the minister’s reply.

--K. Jawahar, President, RTOWA, Mumbai.

TAX REGIME UPDATE FOR PENSIONERS:

As per the latest guidelines, all pensioners will be automatically considered under the New Tax Regime.

If you prefer to opt for the Old Tax Regime, please submit your option and provide details of your savings, etc.

However, RTOWA recommends not submitting any option, allowing you to default to the New Tax Regime, which is likely to be more beneficial for most pensioners.

Please CLICK HERE to view the DoT notice dated 06/05/2025.

--J. S. Yadav, General Secretary, RTOWA Mumbai.

FORMATION OF JOINT FORUM OF CIVIL PENSIONERS’ ASSOCIATIONS:

In the online meeting on 02/05/2025, participated by  about 55 Pensioners' Associations (affiliates and non affiliates of NCCPA) the following decisions were taken:

1. Formation of Joint Forum of Civil Pensioners Associations with Affiliates and non affiliates of NCCPA as constituents. President and General Secretary of the constituent Associations are the members.

2. Efforts will be made to bring all the Civil Pensioners Associations as constituent of Joint Forum.

3. Agitation programmes were discussed in the meeting but deferred in view of war tensions.

4. Legal action will be taken engaging eminent lawyers to protect the pensioners' rights from the sinister design attack of the Govt.

RTOWA Mumbai is affiliated to NCCPA and participated in the online meeting on 02/05/2025.

Please see below the Statement and Press Release of the Joint Forum. 

STATEMENT            PRESS-RELEASE

-- K Jawahar, President, RTOWA Mumbai.

REFUND OF TDS RECOVERED IN MARCH PENSION:

At the request of RTOWA, CCA Mumbai has refunded the TDS recovered from the pension of March-2025, along with the pension for Aprril-2025. Thanks to CCA and his staff.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter sent to Pr. CCA, Mumbai.

-- J. S. Yadav, RTOWA Mumbai.

IMPLEMENTATION OF C-DAC SYSTEM UNDER CGHS MUMBAI:

A circular received from the Additional Director, CGHS, Mumbai is appended below for information of the CGHS beneficiaries:

“This is to inform the Zonal Advisory Committee (ZAC) that the C-DAC system is being implemented across CGHS Mumbai for improved efficiency and service delivery.

You are kindly requested to disseminate this information to all concerned beneficiaries.

 All CGHS Wellness Centres will remain closed for public interaction on 26th April 2025  to facilitate smooth implementation of the C-DAC system.

Your support in ensuring smooth communication and coordination across all units is deeply appreciated.

For any further clarification, please contact CMO I/C or AD office.

--Dr. (Mrs) Geetha Anandan, Additional Director, CGHS Mumbai.”

-- J S Yadav, G S, RTOWA, Mumbai.

IDA ORDERS EFFECTIVE FROM 01/04/2025:

DPE has issued orders for revised IDA rates with effect from 01/04/2025. There is a  reduction of 2% IDA for April 2025 to June 2025. i.e. IDA rate has been reduced From 228.5% to 226.5%.

Please CLICK HERE to view the DPA order dated 21/04/2025.

PENSION REVISION CASE STATUS:

UPDATE from Advocate  Gauri  puri:

Sir, the matter could not reach due to paucity of time. Mr. Chhiber appeared and briefed the court of the few facts of the case and that it was fixed for hearing at 2.30. Accordingly, matter is listed now on 26.05.2025 at 3.30 PM.

--J.S. Yadav, RTOWA, Mumbai.

RTOWA DELHI NEWS:

On 19/4/2025 GS along with comrade V P Bhardwaj Vice President attended the meeting of National Coordination Committee of Pensioners Association at All India Railwaymen’s Federation office 

During the meeting we have strongly opposed the government decision of validation of pension inclusion in the Finance Bill 2025. We have demanded that this issue is to be fought organisationally as well as legally. We have also raised the issue of restoration of commutation after 12 years instead of after 15 years. The issue of enhancing pension after every 5 years @5%. In the meeting it is also decided to fight against Finance Bill 2025 to protect the pensioners’ pensionary benefits earned through long struggle. The details of the programmes will be informed later on after discussion with other central government pensioners associations. We have raised the issue of pension revision of MTNL and BSNL pensioners. Comrade Raghavender Secretary General of NCCPA has assured to include the pension revision of MTNL and BSNL retired employees at par with Central Government retirees in the memorandum submitted to 8th CPC.

We also discussed our issue of pension revision at par 7th CPC with Comrade Shiv Gopal Mishra Secretary Staff Side National Council JCM who is President of NCCPA also. He assured us to take up this issue strongly with the government in JCM meeting. He also informed us to arrange a meeting with Secretary DoPT with us. He asked us to provide a detailed note on our issue of pension revision and we have told him by Tuesday we will give the note.

This meeting continued half an hour and in the meeting Comrade Prahlad Rai GS AIRBSNLEWA along with his office bearers and Comrade S K Saini GS Telecom Employees Welfare Association with his office bearers were also present.

We have requested the NCCPA for affiliation and applied for affiliation and deposited affiliation fee along with RTOWA and MPWA Mumbai.

--A K Kaushik,  GS, RTOWA DELHI.

PURSUIT OF 5% ISSUE:

A reminder has this day been issued to the Additional Secretary, DoT for early sanction.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

AMENDMENT TO PENSION RULES:

RTOWA has sent a letter through email to the Chief Justice of India today appealing to intervene in the matter of latest amendment in the Pension Rules.

Please CLICK the LINKS below to view the letter.

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PRESS RELEASE:

Twelve Associations of Pensioners jointly issued a press release appealing to the Union Govt. to repeal the recent amendments to Pension Rules in the interests of justice, constitutional propriety and the welfare of senior citizens.

Please CLICK the Links below to see the press release.

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--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

REFUND OF INCOME TAX DEDUCTED FROM THE PENSION OF MARCH-2025:

RTOWA has requested CCA to refund the TDS amount recovered from Pension for March-2025.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter. 

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA, Mumbai.

MASSIVE PROTEST DEMONSTRATION:

In deference to the call given by NCCPA today at 11AM  massive protest demonstration was staged by MTNL and BSNL Pensioners Associations in front of Telephone House against the draconian bill for validation of CCS Pension Rules  got  passed by Central Government through parliament. 

RTOWA Mumbai and MPWA organised the demonstration and AIBSNLPWA and AIRBSNLEWA also joined the demonstration. Despite a short notice of hardly a day -- nearly 500 pensioners joined the protest.

Demonstration was addressed by many leaders including Com J S Yadav GS, RTOWA Mumbai, Com Kishore Haldankar , GS MPWA, Com Manani, CS, MH Circle  AIRBSNLEWA and Com Ramamurthy, President, MH Circle , AIRBSNLEWA and Com Narendra, President, Maharashtra Circle of AIBSNLPWA and others spoke on the occasion and apprised the members about the implication of the bill for validation of CCS Pension Rule  has.

There were sloganeering such as Pensioners Unity Zindabad, काला बिल वापस लो etc.

The protest ended with singing of National Anthem.

Later on, association representatives handed over the "Declaration of the Pensioners" to CGM, MTNL Mumbai to be transmitted to Secretary (T) DoT for onward transmission to PM.

Please CLICK the links below to view the declaration.

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--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA, Mumbai.

MASSIVE PROTEST DEMONSTRATION:

RTOWA & MPWA join with NCCPA, All Associations of Pensioners of MTNL/ BSNL and Central Govt in opposing :-

Amendments in Finance Bill 2025 denying parity between present and future pensioners.

Mass Demonstration  will be held at Telephone House Complex Prabhadevi, Dadar W Mumbai  on 03/04/2025 from 11 AM to 2 PM.

Pensioners of MTNL /BSNL and other Central Govt are requested to participate in the demonstration.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai,

PROTEST AGAINST LEGISLATION CREATING DISCRIMINATION AMONG PENSIONERS:

Please see the legislation passed in LokSabha on 25/03/2025 empowering Govt. for differentiating pension based on the date of retirement.

Pensioners Associations throughout India have protested this legislation.

Please see RTOWA's protest letter to PM HERE. 

RTOWA will take further steps jointly with the other Pensioners Associations of MTNL and BSNL.

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

NOTICE BY CCA, MUMBAI:

The forms of Commutation of Pension still not received from many MTNL VRS-2019 pensioners who are eligible for commutation of Pension from February-2025. List of all such pensioners as on 28.03.2025 is given in the enclosed file.

Special funds have been allocated by DOT for payment of the Commutation of Pension.

It is requested to the eligible pensioners to submit the forms, if the pensioner wants to opt for commutation of Pension at the  O/o Pr CCA, Mumbai, 2nd Floor, CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai at the earliest so that the payment can be processed in the current month itself.

Please CLICK HERE to view the list of pensioners.

PURSUIT OF 5% ISSUE:

Meeting with ADST.:

We had a scheduled meeting with Sh. Gulzar Natarajan Addl. Secy. (T) DOT today at 15 30 hrs in his chamber. 

The following officers were also present. 

Shri  Sunil Kumar Varma Jt Secretary (T), Mrs Roshni Sohni DDG (Estt) and Sh. Anil Aggarwal Dir (E). 

Association side :- 

Com. A.K Kaushik GS RTOWA Delhi

Com. J.S  Yadav GS RTOWA Mumbai

Com. K.R.Yadav GS TEAM 

Com. P.K Kulkarni AGS RTOWA Mumbai 

We gave a bouquet to ADST. At the outset ADST said that the meeting could not be held earlier due to his pre- occupations, though RTOWA was requesting for a meeting since last couple of months. 

Com. A. K. Kaushik narrated the whole issue including discrimination and lingering at DoT. 

Com. J. S. Yadav  said that the file movement is halted since his assumption of ADST.

Com. K. R. Yadav questioned why the "sharing liability" should not be linked. 

Com. P.K.Kulkarni underlined the absolute right of pensioners. 

ADST heard keenly and agreed that discrimination is not justified. But, he added that the liability sharing will worsen the financial burden of MTNL. At this point Com. J.S.Yadav plainly said that the issue is pending only due to ADST's negative remarks though it was in the verge of approval.

On this ADST assured that he would re-examine the matter keeping in view of removal of discrimination.

 We hope a positive outcome.

We gave a letter for inclusion of our Pension Revision also in the terms of reference to be submitted to Eighth Pay Commission.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter. 

 Com A.K. Kausik sought an appointment for discussions of 206 issue and ADST assured to convene a meeting. 

-- A. K. Kaushik, GS RTOWA Delhi.

-- J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

TDS NOT TO BE DEDUCTED FROM PENSION:

A letter has been written today to the Principal CCA, Mumbai requesting not to deduct TDS from the Pension for March-2025.

Please see letter to CCA Mumbai HERE.

-- J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.  

EXTENSION CGHIS FOR ONE MORE YEAR:

RTOWA has written a letter to CMD MTNL for continuation of CGHIS for all the pensioners retired from MTNL.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter.

STATUS OF PENSION REVISION CASE:

The message received from our advocate is given below:

“The captioned matter was listed today before Honourable Mr Justice C Hari Shankar and Honourable Mr Justice Ajay Digpaul as Item No 86 and 88 in Court No.05 at Honourable High Court Delhi. 

Mr Ankur Chhibber along with Ms. Gauri Puri appeared for the Respondents. 

In the first call, the Honourable Court, fixed the matter at the end of the board.

The matter could not be taken up at the second call due to paucity of time.

Now, the matter has been adjourned for 22/04/2025 at 2:30 PM.

Adv : Varun Pandit.”

--J S Yadav, GS, RTOWA, Mumbai.

18^TH PENSION ADALAT:

CCA Mumbai has scheduled 18th Pension Adalat on 28/03/2025 at 11 am through electronic media.

The grievances should reach CCA office either by post or through email before 14/03/2025 in the proforma given in the Notice. 

The following are a few general grievances which are redressed in Adalat. :-

1. Non sanction of Pension or Family Pension or Non receipt of PPO

2. Non payment of gratuity or interest on gratuity to the VRS pensioners on attaining superannuation.

3. Pensioner ID Card :- Not received Or correction to be done.

4. Any correction needed in PPO

5. Any grievance regarding Pension payment slip.

6. Any grievance regarding TDS

7. Any grievance regarding Life Certificate.

8. Non restoration of Commutation after 15 years from the date of payment. 

9. Non issue of Pay Mapping Certificate  for CGHS application

10. Non sanction of Fixed Medical Allowance

Any other grievance relating to Pension, Gratuity, ID card, Life Certificate, FMA etc.

Please see the Notice HERE. 

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.

PENSION REVISION COURT CASE – STATUS:

The message received from our advocate is furnished below:

“Dear All 

The captioned matter was listed today before Hon’ble Mr Justice C Hari Shankar and Hon’ble Mr Justice Ajay Digpaul as Item No 28 and 30 in Court No.05 at Hon’ble High Court. 

Mr Ankur Chhibber along with Ms. Gauri Puri appeared for the Respondents. 

The counsel for the Petitioner didn’t appear in the first call, hence the Hon’ble Court, fixed the matter at the end of the board.

The matter could not be taken up at the second call due to paucity of time.

Now, the matter has been adjourned for 11/03/2025 in Supplementary list.

In case of any clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Warm Regards,

Advocate Varun  Pandit.”

-- J S Yadav, G S, RTOWA, Mumbai.  

COMMUTATION FORMS NOT RECEIVED – REMINDER:

The forms of Commutation of Pension still not received from many MTNL VRS-2019 pensioners who are eligible for commutation of Pension from February-2025. List of all such pensioners as on 19.02.2025 is given in the enclosed file.

Special funds have been allocated by DOT for payment of the Commutation of Pension.

It is requested to the eligible pensioners to submit the forms, if the pensioner wants to opt for commutation of Pension at the O/o Pr CCA, Mumbai, 2nd Floor, CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai at the earliest so that the payment can be processed in the current month itself.

Please CLICK HERE to view the list.

STATUS OF PENSION REVISION CASE:

Dear all,

The captioned matter was listed today before Hon’ble Mr Justice C Hari Shanker and Hon’ble Mr Justice Ajay Digpaul as Item 89 and 91 in Court No 05 before Hon’ble High Court of Delhi.

Mr Ankur Chhibber along with Ms. Gauri Puri appeared for the Respondents.

When the matter was called, a passover was sought by the counsel for the Respondent in Item No 90 on behalf of Mr. Sanjoy Ghosh, Sr Adv.

In the second call, the matter could not be taken up due to paucity of time. 

Now, the matter is listed on 28.02.2025 in the supplementary list.

In case of any clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Warm Regards,

Advocate Varun Pandit.

CGHS PANCHAYAT DATED 13/02/2025 - MINUTES: 

NON SUBMISSION OF COMMUTATION FORMS:

The forms of Commutation of Pension still not received from many MTNL VRS-2019 pensioners who are eligible for commutation of Pension from February-2025. List of all such pensioners as on 13.02.2025 is given in the enclosed file. 

Special funds have been allocated by DOT for payment of the Commutation of Pension. 

It is requested to the eligible pensioners to submit the forms, if the pensioner wants to opt for commutation of Pension at O/o Pr. CCA, Mumbai, 2nd Floor, CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai at the earliest so that the payment can be processed in the current month itself. 

THE List of such pensioners are given HERE.

--Pension Section , O/o Principal CCA, Mumbai.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ON COMMUTATION:

The forms of Commutation of Pension still not received from many MTNL VRS-2019 pensioners who are eligible for commutation of Pension from February-2025. List of all such pensioners is given in the enclosed file. 

It is requested to the eligible pensioners to submit the forms, if the pensioner wants to opt for commutation of Pension at O/o Pr. CCA, Mumbai. 2nd Floor, CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai at the earliest so that the payment can be processed in the current month itself. 

--Pension Section , O/o Pr CCA, Mumbai.

Please CLICK HERE to view the list pensioners.

UPDATED INFORMATION REGARDING COURT CASE:

Dear All,

The captioned matter was listed today, before Honourable Mr C Hari Shankar and Honourable Mr Ajay Digpaul as Item No 90 & 92, before Honourable High Court in Court No 05.

In the captioned matter, Ms. Gauri Puri appeared physically. The senior counsel of the Petitioner Mr. Kirtiman Singh intimated to the bench that Ld. ASG, is incapacitated as he has an injury on his leg and sought an adjournment. 

In view of the above, the matter has been adjourned for 18/02/2025, to be listed in Supplementary List. 

Regards,

 Advocate Gauri.

REVISED IDA W.E.F. 01/01/2025 -- ORDERS BY DPE:

 After unexplained delay, DPE has issued orders revising the rate of IDA to 228.5% payable to CPSEs where the last pay revision was implemented w.e.f. 01/01/2007. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the DPE OM dated 28/01/2025.

INCLUSION OF ‘PENSION REVISION’ IN THE TERMS OF REFERENCE OF 8^TH CPC:

RTOWA has requested Honourable PM, Cabinet Secretary, Secretary (Finance), Secretary (DoP&T), Secretary(DoP&PW) and Secretary(DoT) to explicitly include the matter of "Pension Revision of Govt employees absorbed en-masse in BSNL/MTNL on combined service basis” in the terms of reference of 8th CPC.

Please CLICK HERE to view the letter issued by RTOWA.

NOTIONAL INCREMENT TO MTNL AND BSNL RETIREES:

DoT has issued an OM today for the grant of notional increment to the absorbed employees of BSNL/MTNL who retired/are retiring a day before it became due in any month of the year, for the purpose of calculating the pension admissible.

Please CLICK HERE to view the OM.

--J S Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

CONTACT NUMBERS WANTING BY CCA:

The Telephone number of the MTNL Combined Service pensioners and SAMPANN PENSIONERS in the attached lists are not available with CCA Office for giving essential information. The concerned pensioners are hereby requested to submit their contact number as soon as possible.

Please Click the undermentioned Links to view the list of pensioners.

MTNL C S PENSIONERS      SAMPANN PENSIONERS

--J.S. Yadav, GS, RTOWA Mumbai.

FAQ ON COMMUTATION OF PENSION OF VRS PENSIONERS:

1. VRS Pensioners who have not attained 60 years of age are eligible to Commutation of Pension from 01/02/2025.

2. Application should be submitted in Form-1 in duplicate (Form given below) directly to AO PDA.

3. Nomination form also should be given if not submitted already.

4. The entitlement is 'absolute' on the date of application. In other words, if pensioner dies after application but before payment, the nominee will get the amount. So please get an acknowledgement from AO PDA on submission of the form.

5. Application can be given within a year, but earlier the better.

6. Commutation Amount =40% of Basic Pension x 12 x Commutation factor depending upon age, given below.

7. Commuted amount, that is 40% of basic pension is recovered from pension every month for 15 years from the date of payment. (Associations are demanding to reduce it to 12 years)

8. If the pensioner dies before 15 years, recovery will not be made from family pension.

9. Commutation is optional. However RTOWA suggests to get the benefit of Commutation.

Please CLICK HERE to download the form for commutation.

COMMUTATION FOR VRS-2019 RETIREES:

NOTICE:

As per the MTNL VRS-2019 scheme, the MTNL VRS-2019 Optee pensioners below the age of 60 years will be eligible for payment of Commutation of Pension in February-2025. The list of such pensioners is enclosed in the attached file. It is requested to visit O/o Pr CCA, Mumbai, 2nd Floor, CTO Building, Fort, Mumbai-400 001 for submission of the Commutation Form from 01.02.2025.

With Regards,

--Pension Section , O/o Pr CCA, Mumbai.

Please CLICK HERE to view the list.

PENSION REVISION COURT CASE – STATUS:

Due to paucity of time our pension revision case could not come for hearing hence listed for hearing on 30/1/2025.

--A K. Kaushik, GS RTOWA Delhi.

Message from our lawyer :-

Dear All,

Due to paucity of time the matter could not be heard. I apprised the Court that the matter was ripe for final hearing, and referred to the order dated 08.10.2024 wherein the court had directed the matter to be listed in the supplementary list. I also pointed out that the contempt petition was disposed of in view of the pendency of the writ petition, and urged the court to hear the matter on a short date as the same pertained to BSNL retired pensioners.

The court has accordingly directed the matter to be listed on 30.01.2025 in the supplementary list.

Warm regards,

--Gauri

PENSION REVISION CONTEMPT PETITION:

Pension Revision Contempt Petition was disposed off by Pr. CAT Delhi.

Our Advocate Ms. Gauri Puri informed as under:-

"Dear All,

The contempt petitions were listed today for hearing in the Central Administrative Tribunal in Court No. 4.

Since the High Court has been seized of the matter for quite some time now and notice in the Writ Petitions has been issued by the High Court, the CAT, PB was not inclined to keep the contempt petitions pending and has disposed them of with the liberty to revive them once the Writ Petitions are decided.

Please note even though previous orders of CAT were pointed out, the bench was not inclined to keep it pending since many dates were adjourned in view of the pendency of the Writ Petitions.

--Regards."

EXTENSION OF CGHIS:

It is reliably learnt that the CGHIS (Medical Insurance scheme) is likely to be extended for one more year from 01/10/2024. Orders are likely to be issued soon.

This has been achieved by RTOWA Mumbai with the support of RTOWA Delhi due to continuous pursuit.

Earlier the scheme was not extended beyond 30/09/2024. RTOWA took up the issue for extension for at least one more year and pursued vigorously. We earnestly requested CMD in the meeting with him on 09/10/2024 for extension and pursued the issue further with GM HR Corporate office and ED.

Let us wait for the orders.

ORDERS ARE EXPECTED SOON ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:

1. Counting the increment falling on the next date of retirement for Pension.

2. Recalculation of average emoluments and pension of those retired within 10 months from the date of absorption.

Approval from Finance Ministry is expected soon on the above issues.

RTOWA Mumbai and RTOWA Delhi are pursuing these issues.

IDA INCREASE FROM 01/01/2025:

Based on AI CPI IW (All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers) the IDA on 2nd PRC Scales from 01/01/2025 will be 228.5%.

 IDA increase is 4.3% w. e. f. 01/01/2025.

Orders are expected soon from DPE.

PENSION ADALAT BY CCA MUMBAI:

CCA Mumbai has scheduled 17th Pension Adalat on 24/01/2025 at 11 am through electronic media.

The grievances should reach CCA office either by post or through email before 05/01/2025 in the proforma given in the Notice (RTOWA has requested to extend this date).

The following are a few general grievances which are redressed in Adalat. :-

1. Non sanction of Pension or Family Pension or Non receipt of PPO.

2. Non-payment of gratuity or interest on gratuity to the VRS pensioners on attaining superannuation.

3. Pensioner ID Card :- Not received Or correction to be done.

4. Any correction needed in PPO.

5. Any grievance regarding Pension payment slip.

6. Any grievance regarding TDS.

7. Any grievance regarding Life Certificate.

8. Non restoration of Commutation after 15 years from the date of payment. 

9. Non issue of Pay Mapping Certificate for CGHS application.

10. Non sanction of Fixed Medical Allowance.

Any other grievance relating to Pension, Gratuity, ID card, Life Certificate, FMA etc.

Please see the Notice HERE. 

--J. S. Yadav, GS RTOWA Mumbai.