The BSNL DOT pensioners in Balasore District in Odisha gathered together on 12-11-2016 and formed District Branch of AIBDPA. The meeting was presided over by Com.Gadadhar Panda. Participating as Chief Guest, Com.A.Dhupal spoke on pensioners issues and the necessity to form AIBDPA District Branch.

An 18 member office bearers were elected unanimously with the following important functionaries.

Com.Antaryami Dhupal (Advisor), Com.Gadadhar Panda (District Secretary) and Com.Sridhar Das (Treasurer)