Sub:- Procedure for Outdoor medical claim for BSNL Employee (Serving /Retired)
The approval of competent authority is hereby conveyed for the following modifications in the procedure for outdoor medical reimbursement to BSNL employees (Serving/Retired):
The ceiling for outdoor medical claim with voucher in a financial year shall be 15 days (basic pay + DA). Remaining terms and conditions same as mentioned in G.M. No. BSNL/Admn.1/15-12/18 dated 19.07.2018 with Basic Pay +D.A. as on 01.04.2020. The Basic Pay + D.A. as on 01.04.2020 will remain the basis of calculation till further orders.
2. Retired Employees
The following three options are allowed:
a. C.G.H.S
b. 15 days pay with vouchers (Basic Pay + D.A. on date of retirement)
c. Without Vouchers flat Rs. 1000/-(one thousand) per month.
No. 2-1/2002-PE-I
Government of India
Ministry of Communications
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg,
New Delhi — 110001
Date : 13.05.2020
To
1. All Chief Postmasters General / Postmasters General.
2. CGM, BD Directorate / Parcel Directorate / PLI Directorate.
3. Director, RAKNPA / GM, CEPT / Directors of All PTCs
4. Addl. Director General, Army Postal Service, R.K.Puram, New Delhi.
5. All General Managers (Finance) / Directors Postal Accounts / DDAP.
Subject : – CONSOLIDATED INSTRUCTIONS ON CASUAL LABOUR.
I am directed to circulate the Department of Personnel & Training OM No. 49014/5/2019-Estt.(C) dated 13.02.2020 on the above noted subject wherein various instructions on the issue, issued by the Government from time to time and still in vogue, have been consolidated under easily comprehensible headings for the facility of reference.
2. Vide this Directorate OM No. 2-10/88-PE-I dated 04.02.1997, a complete ban on creation and recruitment of casual labourers in the Department of Posts including Civil Wing at all levels was ordered and all the Head of Circles were requested not to deploy any casual labour without the express approval of the Directorate. Further, the instructions were reiterated vide this Directorate OM No. 2-1/2002-PE-I dated 14.02.2002.
3. Further vide Directorate OM No. 1-20/2008-PCC dated 24.09.2010, while adopting a common designation for the erstwhile Group-D as ‘Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) Group ‘C’, some additional duties were assigned to MTS Cadre in addition to their existing duties such like watch and ward / caretaker duties, opening and closing of rooms, general cleanliness and upkeep of section / unit / office including dusting of furniture, cleaning of building, rooms, fixtures: upkeep of parks, lawns, potted plants etc.
4. Since as per instructions of the nodal department, casual labourers cannot be deployed for work of regular nature, casual labourers cannot be engaged for the regular duties which stands assigned to MTS vide OM dated 24.09.2010 ibid.
5. It is therefore, once again reiterated that engagement of casual labourers for the work of regular nature in anticipation of approval from the Directorate is totally prohibited. Heads of Circle will be held responsible for violation of these instructions on the issue.
6. It will also be relevant to mention that, a report of Director General Audit (P&T) submitted on test check, conducted for the period 2016-17 to 2018-19 at field offices of Department of Posts, had revealed that in some Circles casual labourers were engaged directly for performing skilled duties of regular nature as well as non-skilled duties of various multipurpose tasks like mail sorting, delivery of mails, loading and unloading of mails / parcels and back office work etc. on daily wages without entering into a valid agreement / contract in contravention of the GFR / instruction on the issue. It is therefore, requested that, all possible steps are taken to fill up the vacancies and to also follow the procedure laid down in GFR Rules as far as practicable for utilization / hiring of manpower due to acute shortages at various levels of operative staff, arising of emergent work in Post Offices / Railway Mail Service.
7. These instructions may be brought to the notice of all concerned immediately for necessary action and strict compliance. Irregular arrangements, if any, may be terminated immediately.
(S.B.Vyavahare)
Asstt. Director General (GDS/PCC)/LO
F.No.12/17/2019-PPD
Ministry of Finance
Department of Expenditure
Public Procurement Division
**********
North Block, New Delhi
Dated the 12th May, 2020
Office Memorandum
Subject : Use of National Regulations or National Standards or Building Codes in case of Public Procurement in terms of Rule 144(iii) of GFR 2017.
Attention is invited to the above Rule, which states that the National Technical Regulations or recognized National Standards or Building Codes needs to be specified in the public procurement, wherever such standards exists. The Rule also provides that wherever such standard exists, if a procuring entity intends to adopt any other technical specification, he shall have to record his reasons in writing for doing so.
2. It has come to the notice of this Department that even in cases where Indian Technical specifications exist; the procuring entities specify foreign Quality Certifications and Accreditations. It is reiterated that wherever Indian Technical specifications and Quality Certifications exists, the procuring entity should prescribe them. In those rare or exceptional cases where, despite the existence of Indian technical specifications, the procuring entity intends to specify foreign Technical Certifications and Accreditations, it must record its reasons in writing for adoption of such other technical specifications. Needless to say, this may also be subject to matter of audit.
3 This issues with the approval of Secretary (Expenditure).
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan
18. Institutional Area Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg
New Delhi – 16
F.110350/01/2020/KVS(HQ)/UBI
Date : 12/05/20
The Deputy Commissioners
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan
All Regional Office
Sub : Fee collection for the 1st Quarter (April 2020 to June 2020) of the session 2020- 2021.
Sir,
In continuation to this office letter dated 26.3.2020 vide which fee collection for 1st Quarter was kept in abeyance till 30.04.2020, it is further informed that UBI fee portal will be active for promotion of the students to the new classes and verification process w.e.f. 13.05.2020 (1200 hrs). The process of verification in respect of all students (except class X & XII) should be completed by 18.5.2020 for the 2nd quarter. It will be relevant to inform you that since the data for the 1st Quarter cannot be verified as of now, the data for 2nd quarter will be used for fee collection of the 1st quarter. Therefore it should be ensured that data for all students should be verified by the Kendriya Vidyalayas by the revised date i.e. 18.5.2020.
The collection of fees for the 1st quarter will commence from 22.5.2020 to 21.6.2020 without any late payment fee. Thereafter fee for the 2nd quarter will be collected as per existing schedule.
All previous instructions in regard to promotion of student on UBI portal will remain same.
The contents of this letter should be circulated to all Principals of Kendriya Vidyalaya and other stake holders.
This issues with the approval of the Competent Authority.
Yours faithfully
( A K Srivastava )
Assistant Commissioner (Fin)
F.No.113-03/2017- SB
Government of India
Ministry of Communications
Department of Posts
(Financial Services Division)
Dak Bhawan, New Delhi-110001
Dated: 13.05.2020.
ADDENDUM
To,
All Head of Circles/Regions.
Sub : – Revision of Interest Rates/Interest Tables of National Savings Schemes w.e.f.01.04.2020 to 30.06.2020 regarding.
Sir/Madam,
In continuation of this office letter of even number dated 31.03.2020 on the aforesaid subject, the undersigned is directed to forward copies of gazette notification received from Ministry of Finance for further circulation. Copies of following notifications are enclosed:
To,
Shri Saurabh Tyagi,
Sr.GM(Estt.), BSNL C.O.,
Bharat Sanchar Bhawan,
Janpath, New Delhi – 110 001
Sir,
Sub : – Non-payment of provisional pension and leave encashment – case of Shri G. Srinivasa Rao, SSO(P), Khammam, Telangana circle – reg.
Ref: – CGM Telangana letter no.TT/SCT/FCC/GS/GMTD-KHM/2019-20 dated at Hyderabad the 21.04.2020.
With reference to the letter cited above, we would like to draw your kind attention to the subject captioned above, for favour of needful intervention.
Shri G. Srinivasa Rao, SSO(P), Khammam, has retired under VRS-2019. However, his payment of exgratia and other terminal benefits have not been settled till date. This is due to a complaint that, the official had produced a false caste certificate.
In this connection, the CGM Office, Telangana, has already written to the Sr.GM (Estt.), BSNL Corporate Office, seeking clarification, whether Leave Encashment could be paid to Shri G.Srinivasa Rao. Thereafter, the CGM Office, Telangana, vide letter cited under reference, has once again sought clarification from the Corporate Office, whether provisional pension and leave encashment could be paid to Shri G. Srinivasa Rao. In this regard, it is very important to note one of the contents of the CGM, Telangana, letter no.1-15/2019- PAT(BSNL)Part-1 dated 30.01.2020, wherein it is stated that, they had already written a letter to the complainant for the confirmation of his complaint (owning or disowning the charge that Shri G.Srinivasa Rao had produced a false caste certificate) and that, the complainant has still not given any reply to the query.
From the above mentioned facts, one can understand that, the payment of exgratia, as well as the other terminal benefits of Shri G. Srinivasa Rao have been with held, based on a frivolous complaint from someone. It is needless for us to mention here, how much financial sufferings and mental agony that a retiree would be undergoing due to the non-payment of exgratia, pension, leave encashment and other terminal benefits.
Keeping the above mentioned facts into consideration, I request you to kindly revisit this matter and to issue necessary instructions to the CGM, Telangana, for the following:-
a) Immediate payment of provisional pension to Shri G. Srinivasa Rao, pending settlement of the dispute regarding his caste certificate.
b) Immediate payment of Leave Encashment to the official.
I fervently request you to kindly take the needful action, with the view to mitigate the sufferings of the aggrieved official.
To,
All Heads of Telecom Circles/Metro Districts & Other Administrative Units
All GMs/PGMs of BSNL CO New Delhi
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited.
Subject: – Extension of last date for submission of e-APAR (Self-Appraisal) for year 2019-20- regarding.
Reference:- This office letter No 500-25/2018/APAR/Pers-1 Dated 17.05.2018
The under signed is directed to say that BSNL vide letter No 500-25/2028/APAR/Pers-I dated 17.05.2018 has issued the timeline for preparation and maintenance of e-APAR through ESS portal, wherein 15th may is the last date of submission of self-appraisal by the officer reported upon.
Owing to the spread of Covid-19 virus, followed by the nationwide lockdown, the competent authority has decided to extend the last date of submission of self-appraisal (e-APAR) through ESS portal till 15th June 2020.
Further, in case the executives find it hard to get signed copy of IPMS for year 2019-20, they may upload the excel copy of IPMS (unsigned copy of IPMS for year 2019-20) while submitting their e-APAR.
The above relaxations are applicable for year 2019-20 only and cease to exist from subsequent years.
This issues with the approval of competent authority.
PM announces special economic package; comprehensive package of Rs 20 lakh crore
Total package equivalent to 10% of India’s GDP
PM gives a call for self-reliant India; lays down five pillars of Atmanirbhar Bharat
Bold reforms across sectors will drive the country’s push towards self-reliance: PM
It is time to become vocal for our local products and make them global: PM
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the nation today. Recalling those who have died battling the pandemic, Prime Minister said that the crisis that has emerged due to COVID-19 is unprecedented, but in this battle, we not only need to protect ourselves but also have to keep moving forward.
Self-reliant India
Talking about the pre and post COVID worlds, Prime Minister observed that in order to fulfill the dream of making the 21st century India’s, the way forward is through ensuring that the country becomes self-reliant. Talking about turning a crisis into an opportunity, he gave the example of PPE kits N-95 masks, whose production in India has gone up from almost being negligible to 2 lakh each, on a daily basis.
Prime Minister remarked that the definition of self-reliance has undergone a change in the globalized world and clarified that when the country talks about self-reliance, it is different from being self-centered. He said that India’s culture considers the world as one family, and progress in India is part of, and also contributes to, progress in the whole world. He noted that the world trusts that India has a lot to contribute towards the development of the entire humanity.
Five pillars of a self-reliant India
Recalling the devastation in Kutch after the earthquake, Prime Minister said that through determination and resolve, the area was back on its feet. A similar determination is needed to make the country self-reliant.
He said that a self-reliant India will stand on five pillars viz. Economy, which brings in quantum jump and not incremental change; Infrastructure, which should become the identity of India; System, based on 21st century technology driven arrangements; Vibrant Demography, which is our source of energy for a self-reliant India; and Demand, whereby the strength of our demand and supply chain should be utilized to full capacity. He underlined the importance of strengthening all stakeholders in the supply chain to increase, as well as fulfill, the demand.
Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan
Prime Minister announced a special economic package and gave a clarion call for Atmanirbhar Bharat. He noted that this package, taken together with earlier announcements by the government during COVID crisis and decisions taken by RBI, is to the tune of Rs 20 lakh crore, which is equivalent to almost 10% of India’s GDP. He said that the package will provide a much needed boost towards achieving ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.
Prime Minister observed that the package will also focus on land, labour, liquidity and laws. It will cater to various sections including cottage industry, MSMEs, labourers, middle class, industries, among others. He informed that the details of the contours of the package will be provided by the Finance Minister from tomorrow, in the coming few days.
Talking about the positive impact of reforms like JAM trinity and others, brought about in the last six years, Prime Minister said that several bold reforms are needed to make the country self-reliant, so that the impact of crisis such as COVID, can be negated in future. These reforms include supply chain reforms for agriculture, rational tax system, simple and clear laws, capable human resource and a strong financial system. These reforms will promote business, attract investment, and further strengthen Make in India.
Prime Minister remarked that self-reliance will prepare the country for tough competition in the global supply chain, and it is important that the country wins this competition. The same has been kept in mind while preparing the package. It will not only increase efficiency in various sectors but also ensure quality.
Highlighting their contribution to the country, Prime Minister said that the package will also focus on empowering the poor, labourers, migrants, etc., both from organized and unorganized sectors.
He observed that the crisis has taught us the importance of local manufacturing, local market and local supply chains. All our demands during the crisis were met ‘locally’. Now, its time to be vocal about the local products and help these local products become global, he said.
Living with COVID
Prime Minister noted that several experts and scientists have said that the virus is going to be part of our lives for a long time. But, it is also important to ensure that our life does-not revolve only around it. He exhorted people to work towards their targets while taking precautions like wearing masks and maintaining ‘do gaz doori’.
On the fourth stage of Lockdown, he said that its contours will be completely different from those seen yet. On the basis of recommendations received from states, new rules will be framed, and information about the same will be conveyed before 18th May.
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(RAILWAY BOARD)
No. E(NG)I-2020/TR/2
New Delhi dated 12.05.2020
The General Managers (P)
All Indian Railways/Production Units.
Sub :- Cancellation of Periodical Transfers of the staff.
Taking into account the extraordinary situation created by the pandemic COVID-19, it has been decided by the Competent Authority that the unimplemented periodical transfer orders of the staff working on sensitive posts be reviewed and pended till 31st July, 2020.
(Sunil Kumar)
Executive Director Estt.(N)
Railway Board
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(RAILWAY BOARD)
No. PC-VII/2017/I/7/5/8
New Delhi, dated: 11.05.2020
The General Managers,
All Zonal Railways & PUs
(As per standard mailing list)
Sub : Clarification on restriction of Officiating Pay under FR-35 (Rule 1329 IREC Vol. II) in the context of RS(RP) Rules, 2016.
Subsequent to adoption of Department of Personnel & Training’s (DoP&T) OM No. 11412017-Estt.(Pay-1) dated 28.02.2019 regarding restriction of Officiating Pay under FR-35 (Rule 1329 IREC Vol. II) in the context of RS(RP) Rules, 2016 in lieu of Charge Allowance vide Board’s letter RBE No. 127/2019 dated 08.08.2019, clarification has been sought by many Railways on issues related to FR-35.
2. The crux of the issues raised by all the Railways is broadly as under:-
(i) Pay fixation methodology on regular promotion to JAG following officiating appointment after 01.07.2017.
(ii) Pay fixation as per Para-4(illustration-3) of DoP&T’s OM dated 28.01.2019.
(iii) Pay fixation after adoption of instant instructions in respect of Railway servants who have otherwise been officiating in higher grade prior to 01.07.2017.
3. The other issues raised by the Railways relate to (i) quantum of increment which in certain cases turns out to be less than 3%, (ii) date of adoption of DoP&T’s OM on FR-35, (iii) drawal of higher pay by a junior officer in ease his officiating appointment was made earlier to a senior officer etc.
4. In order to address the various issues raised by Zonal Railways, a detailed FAQ alongwith suitable illustrations to be followed in different circumstances are enclosed as Annexure-I.
5. This issues are with the concurrence of Finance Directorate and Competent Authority.
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