Com.V.A.N.Namboodiri,Convenor,Forum of BSNL Unions and Advisor,AIBDPA has given a detailed letter to the Secretary,DOT  regarding extension of benefits of 78.2% IDA merger to the BSNL pensioners.The Secretary, however could not discuss the issue with Com.V.A.N.Namboodiri as he was very busy with some urgent matters.

Therefore Com.Namboodiri met Shri.Umashankar,Joint Secretary as advised by the Secretary and discussed the issue.Com.Namboodiri pointed out that much delay is being caused to send the clarifications sought by the Department of Expenditure.The Joint Secretary was sympathetic and assured early action.