The hunger strike on 18-10-2019,called by AUAB has been deferred following the discussion had with the BSNL management on 17-10-2019. CMD, Director (HR) and Director (CM)  participated in the discussion and assured salary payment by 23rd October, 2019. They also informed that the  the cabinet is likely to take a decision on BSNL revival package within a week and requested AUAB to call off the hunger strike on 18-10-2019. The AUAB leaders participated in the discussion decided to defer the hunger strike for the timebeing.

Next meeting of AUAB will be held on 30-10-2019 to review the situation and decide on future course of action.