NATIONAL ORGANISATION OF INSURANCE PENSIONERS
Regn No.PN 4769 (Regd under Indian T U Act, 1926)
(Affiliated to Bharateeya Mazdoor Sangh)
BMS Office, Vishwakarma Bhavan, 185, Shaniwar Peth, Pune 411030
President: Prabir Kumar Mazumder Working President: Arvind Mittimani General Secretary: Rajiv Kumar Sharma
Mob No: 9330337430 Mob No: 9868878667 Mob No: 9811902770
Prabir.majumdar@gmail.com arvindmittimani@gmail.com rajivkumarsharma1558@gmail.com
Date: 25th March 2025
IV TRIENNIAL CONFERENCE OF NOIP HELD AT AGRA FROM 7TH TO 9TH MARCH 2025
The IVth Triennial Conference of NOIP was held from 7th to 9th March 2025 at Maharaja Agrasen Bhawan,
Loha Mandi, Agra.
Following is the detailed report of the Conference from the run up to what unfolded during the event.
BACKGROUND
NOIP entrusts its different Units to hold various events such as Secretariat Meeting, CC Meeting and
Triennial Conference of NOIP to enhance their organizational capabilities. Accordingly, Bhubaneshwar Unit
was asked to explore hosting the IV Triennial Conference sometime in first quarter of 2025.
Alternately, Sh. Ashwani Kumar Sharma ji AI Sec was asked to explore possibility of hosting IV Triennial Conf
at Agra.
During the Secretariat Meeting held on 13th &14th Sept 2024 Sh. Ashwani Kr Sharma ji informed that Agra
Unit is willing host the Conference. Thus, Agra was finalized as the Venue and dates ware also finalized as
7
th to 9th March 2025.
Agra’s organizational abilities are well known, earlier they had successfully hosted DOs’ Conference.
Agra being an important Tourist Destination there was tremendous excitement among the Members to
attend. Considering the overall Membership strength which was closing in on to 10000, it was decided to
have participation of about 500 delegates including spouses.
In the previous Conferences the participation was as under:
Delegates Spouses Total From how many Divisions
For First Conference (Nashik) 112 40 152 19
For Second Conference (Delhi) 201 64 265 24
For Third Conference (Surat) 259 44 303 34
For Fourth Conference (Agra) 465 71 536 51
Delegates were asked to report before evening of 7th March, but arrangements were in place from the
morning of 7th March itself. Delegates who were Members of Secretariat and Central Committee were
asked to plan their arrival in such a way that they will attend Secretariat Meeting scheduled at 3pm and CC
Meeting Scheduled at 5-30 pm on 7th March.
The preparations for the Conf had started after Secretariat Meeting in Sept 24. The overall responsibility
was vested in Sh. Ashwani Kr Sharma AI Sec. Sh. Akhil Kishore Agarwal, President, Agra Unit, Sh.R ajendra
Desai, Secr Pune Unit and Sh. Hemant Deshmukh Pune Unit had prepared an Excel sheet of all the
delegates complete with their travel details.
232 rooms were booked in 8 hotels and available 31 rooms at Conference venue. In a meeting held on 6th
March with Agra Team in presence of General Secretary Ashok Joshi and others Sh.Ashwani Kr Sharma ji
Chairman Conf Comm informed that 7 UPSRTC electric buses were hired to ferry delegates from Railway
stations of Agra Cant/Raja Ki Mandi etc and also the buses will ferry delegates from hotels to Conf Venue
and back as arrangements of Breakfast/Lunch and Dinner etc were at Conf Venue only. Apart from this he
informed that there are number of Agra Activists with their personal cars for any kind of need. There were
different committees such as Transport, Reception, Food, Stage and Accommodation Committee to manage
different things. The Agra team was highly enthusiastic though they had been working tirelessly for many
days to ensure everything was in place.
Delegates in fact started arriving from early hours of 7th itself, for such arrivals a few rooms were booked in
advance to accommodate them. Secretariat Members were accommodated in available 31 rooms in Conf
Venue itself.
The Conf Venue was decorated that befitted a marriage ceremony. The hall had enough seating
arrangement for over 500 delegates with a huge stage that sported a large NOIP Banner. An adjacent hall
almost equally large served as dining hall with buffet arrangement and adequate seating. The main
Conference hall was named after Late Sh.Vilas Purkar ji and the adjacent Dining hall was named after Late
Sh. Kalele ji (both former GSs)in their honor. A banner with their photographs was hung above the
entrance doors. The entry to the venue sported the welcome banner with photographs of incumbent
President Sh. T.C.Gunesh Kumar ji and General Secretary Sh. Ashok Joshi ji. There was also a beautifully
made selfie point. Hats off to the imagination of Agra Organizers.
More than 300 delegates had arrived by around 11 am on 7th March. By lunch the arrival of delegates had
crossed 400 mark. At around 1:30 pm a successful Press Conference was arranged by Agra team in which
GS Sh. Ashok Joshi ji briefed the press about the purpose of Conference and ongoing struggle of Insurance
Pensioners to secure Pension revision. He also answered several questions posed to him by the reporters. A
large number of reporters from local press had participated in the press conference. On the following day ie
8
th March a number of News Papers carried the news prominently, some on their front page with picture
highlighting the plight of Insurance Pensioners.
As scheduled the Secretariat Meeting took place in an adjacent building at about 3 pm.
GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji briefed about the conference and how Agra came forward to host the same.
Sh.Ashwani Kr Sharma explained in detail the preparations that have gone into to make the conference a
grand success. He informed about the Inaugural session to last day concluding celebrations with “ Phoolo ki
Holi”.
Sh.Rajiv Kumar Sharma CCM updated on liaison with BMS and DFS regarding Pension Revision and other
issues.
GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji dwelt on the need to prepare next generation Office Bearers for NOIP and need to pass
on the baton. He said he himself is stepping down from active role and expected all 70+ in age are expected
to do so. He then went on to explain how the process of identifying right persons for right job was made
and how increasing responsibilities are entrusted upon leaders who prove their worth at various levels. He
then went on to read the next set of Committee Members and OBs. The Secretariat lauded in approval.
President Sh.Gunesh Kumar ji summed up the meeting by praising Sh.Ashok Joshi ji for his meticulous
planning and execution. He applauded Sh.Ashwani kr Sharma and Agra Team for accepting to host the Conf
and making extraordinary arrangements.
The Secretariat Meeting concluded with felicitation of all the Secretariat Members.
After “High Tea” the scheduled Central Committee Meeting started with a Shramik Geet beautifully
rendered by Treasurer Sh Ram Dhumane ji.
Much of what transpired in just concluded Secretariat Meeting found their mention again for the benefit
and information of CC Members. GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji narrated about the resolutions for amendments to
constitution and other issues and the steps followed to their passing. Since the Secretariat had already
approved, CCM gave its approval by applause.
He then dwelt on the spectacular growth of NOIP Membership from 1st conf to present one and
congratulated everyone for their contribution. He then went on to justify his call for 20K Membership, a
vision statement made at Goa Secretariat Meeting ie double the current one by next conf in 2028. He
specially complimented Goa and Raipur Units for their outstanding contribution despite being nascent and
small Units. Also, reference was made about the Kanpur unit for crossing 100 after their AGM. He also
explained how he envisioned growth in NZ, NCZ, CZ, EZ, ECZ etc which otherwise was concentrated only in
Maharashtra, Karnataka and other Southern States. Kolkata Unit came in for special mention for their
spectacular growth. He made special mention of how senior officers like ED, ZM, RM and SDMs are working
like foot soldiers in Kolkata and elsewhere. He also explained about the real time information sharing in
NOIP and how NOIP Circulars get circulated across the globe with lightning speed. He said the issue of
Pension revision and other issues will be pursued further with all seriousness.
He then justified passing on the baton to next set of OBs and Committees and read out the Names. The
CCM applauded in approval.
President Sh. Gunesh Kumar ji in his familiar style started summing up with appropriate “Subhashita” in
Sanskrit. He congratulated Agra Team for spectacular arrangements. He gratefully remembered past
leaders who laid foundation and lead growth. He made mention of OMOP as the take away of previous
team. Talking of the present team he said Enhancement of Family Pension was an achievement and hailed
the team for Digitization of our operations as the biggest take away.
He praised GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji for his leadership and excellent knowledge. He lauded his ability to address
extempore and remember facts and figures in chronological order. He talked about top three units
Mumbai, Kolkata and Bangalore and complimented them for their spectacular growth. He applauded Smt.
Nagamani madam for her extraordinary reach out to Family Pensioners and resolving their problems. Her
stellar performance of enrolling more than 150 FPs was lauded.
He then talked about his own contribution and said but for his health issues he could have done better. He
pointed out that out of 54k regular pensioners and 25k Family Pensioners we have only 9k and 1k
respectively as our members, thus brought out immense opportunity to attract more Membership to NOIP.
He concluded with best wishes.
By then the conference hall had been filled to the full. Sh.Ashwani Kr Sharma AI Sec and Chairman Agra
Conf Comm spoke and gave briefing about next two days and requested for maintaining discipline and
adhere to time table to make the conf a grand success.
Sh.Rajiv Sharma ji CCM gave an account of developments at DFS and BMS regarding the Pension revision
and other pending issues. He gave a detailed account of efforts being made by Delhi Activists to meet and
press for an early resolution of the same.
After this there was arrangement for Karaoke Singing in which many singers took part including
GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji, while simultaneously dinner was being served in the adjacent Dining Hall.
Day 2- 8
th March 2025.
Inaugural Session
The day began with melodious Shehnai Vadan arranged by the Agra team specially for the purpose. This
was indeed a fantastic idea and lent the whole atmosphere an auspicious aura.
From 9:30 onwards Shramik Geets were sung by Sh.Ram Dhumane ji Treasurer and others
At 9:45 am the BMS flag was hoisted atop the Conf Venue by the President Shri.Gunesh Kumar ji in the
presence of Chief Guest Sh.Girish Chandra Arya Secretary and In charge for Financial Sector, BMS and
Sh.Somesh Biswas Dy In charge for Insurance Sector, leaders and delegates. BMS Zindabad, NOIP Zindabad
and Bharat Mata Ki Jai lent the air.
This was followed by lighting of lamp and photo pujan of Bhagwan Viswakarma, Bharat Mata and
Shraddheya Late Dattopant Thengadi ji.
Sh.Ashwani Kr Sharma ji, AI Sec and Chairman Agra Conf Comm welcomed the Chief Guest, Dignitaries on
dais and Invitees from sister unions.
It may be mentioned here that Sh.S.P.Singh Baghel Hon’ble Central Minister of State and MP from Agra
constituency was to attend the inaugural session, so were Sh. Yogendra Upadhyay Hon’ble Cabinet Minister
UP Govt, Smt.Hemlata Divakar Kushwaha Hon’ble Mayor Agra City Corporation and Sh.Purushottam
Khandelwal Hon’ble MLA from Agra, but could not, due to the visit to Agra city by the Hon’ble Chief
Minister of UP Sh. Yogi Aditya Nath ji, however only Sh.Khandelwal ji later attended the session.
Invocation of Goddess Saraswati was melodiously rendered by Smt. Srilatha, Bengaluru.
This was followed by welcoming the dignitaries on dais Chief Guest Sh.Girish Chandra Arya ji, Secretary & In
charger Financial Sector, BMS, Sh.Somesh Biswas Dy In charge Insurance Sector, Sh.T Gunesh Kumar ji
President NOIP, Sh.Ashok Joshi ji General Secretary NOIP, Sh. Bhupendra Singh Rana Vice President, UP
State BMS, with shawl and flower bouquet.
GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji in his introductory address complimented Sh.Girish Arya ji and said Pensioners’ much
expected resolution of issues, is in the hands of Sh.Girish Arya ji, the house applauded and Sh.Girish Arya ji
acknowledged with folded hands.
Sh.Joshi ji said NOIP got registered under Trade Union Act only in 2017 till then from 2004 it had no legal
status. He then remembered Sh.Kalele ji, the founder General Secretary of NOIP and his humble beginning
with just about 300+ Members till 2010. Then he complimented Sh.S.L.Burman ji founder President who
was present in the hall and who steered the NOIP as President for continuous 12 years.
He then traced the journey of NOIP and said when 1st Conference took place in 2016 in Nashik the
Membership strength was just about 1000. At the 2nd Conference in Delhi in 2019 the Membership strength
had doubled to about 2000. Here it was resolved to double the Membership strength by the next Triennial
Conference.
In 3rd Triennial Conference at Surat the Membership strength had more than doubled to about 4300.
Encouraged by this a new and ambitious target of reaching 10000 was set for next conference. Which was
not only achieved but the net Membership strength as on date is 9900, he announced from dais.
He made reference to Goa Secretariat Meeting held in Sept-24 and the decision taken for OBs to get down
from major posts on reaching 70+ age and make way for younger leaders to take charge. He underscored
the present leadership’s responsibility to develop 2
nd line of leaders at all levels so that transition of
responsibility is passed on smoothly.
He made reference to various achievers from across the country who made stellar contributions in various
areas.
Referring to the pending issues taken up at DFS level he talked about detailed justifications submitted on
each of the issue to DFS and how it is like a holy text, Koran, Bible and Shrimad Bhagavadgita giving all
information needed. He asked everyone to keep a printout of it for ready reference. Pointing at Sh.Girish
Arya ji he said it is very difficult to get his presence, he is here and he will give you all the information you
are all waiting to hear.
He said the new Office Bearers are experienced and dedicated and expressed confidence in their ability to
take NOIP forward.
He concluded his address with a call to achieve 20K Membership strength by next Triennial Conference in
2028.
Next Sh,Girish Arya ji addressed, he called Sh.Ashok Joshi ji 70+ year young leader and lauded his
leadership. He compared two types of siblings one who utilizes the edifice and builds on it and the other
who uses up all and wait for some miracle to happen. He compared Sh.Joshi ji to the first kind and said he
has lead the Organization to its present level and he has vast knowledge of insurance industry. Dismissing
that his availability is difficult, he said he is always available for NOIP to take up their issues at DFS.
Making reference to the 23rd January agitation by Bank Pensioners at Jantar Mantar Delhi, he said the Govt
is keen on finding solution and hoped some positive developments sooner than later.
He told how BMS gained the confidence of Banking Unions with allegiance to leftists, and challenges faced
in convincing the Govt about pension updation. He also referred about OMOP which was once considered
an impossible issue, was clinched by BMS.
8
th March being International Women’s Day Sh.Girish Arya ji referred about worship of “Stree” in our
tradition. He then went on to talk about empowerment of women in our tradition, referring to:
Shakti (strength)-Ma Durga
Shiksha (Education)-Ma Saraswati
Sampath (Wealth)- Ma Lakshmi
And said, women are always held in high respect and are worshipped and celebrated every day.
He made reference to BMS philosophy of truth, justice and change, he mentioned about Dattopant
Thengadi Research Foundation and called upon knowledgeable youngsters to associate with it.
He mentioned about ILO’s alignment with BMS principles and India’s emerging global leadership and how
the concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam is appealing to the world. He also talked about formation of an
organization on the lines of ILO under the leadership of India with east and southeast Asian countries.
He brought out the stark differences between leftist union meetings and those of BMS where right from
sloganeering the positive atmosphere prevails. This was truly an eye opener.
Talking about Insurance Pensione’s issues he said the DFS had sought some clarifications from LIC and that
the issues are being looked into. He promised he will pursue the issues further with DFS for an early
solution. He concluded his address with an assurance of further efforts on our pending issues.
Around this time the local MLA Sh. Purushottam Khandelwal ji arrived. He was greeted with a shawl and
flower bouquet. Local corporators who had accompanied him were also greeted with shawl and flower
bouquet.
In his speech MLA Sh.Khandelwal ji said he was also a Karyakarta and Activist of BMS, before entering into
active politics. He said he subscribes to BMS philosophy and is guided by its principles.
In his summing up of Inaugural session President Sh.T.C.Gunesh Kumar ji began in his customary style by
quoting in Sanskrit ‘Na Matu Para Devata” meaning there is no divinity bigger than Mother thus greeting
Esteemed Women on International Women’s day, he said every day is a day of respect for women.
Further quoting an instance from Ramayana- after killing Ravana and winning Lanka, Lakshmana suggested
Rama to stay put in Lanka because it’s a golden city, to which Rama replies
“api swarnamayi lanka na me Lakshmana rochate , Janani janma bhoomischa swargadapi gariyasee”.
Meaning that golden Lanka doesn’t interest me o Lakshmana, mother and motherland are greater- to drive
home his point that we should be in sync with BMS principle of Nation First.
He complimented Sh.Girish Arya ji for taking time to attend our Conf despite being very busy and keeping
not so good health.
He then went on to make comparison of Sh.Girish Araya ji and GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji saying
1.Both work over 8-10 hours daily
2.Both travel extensively across India
3.Both are excellent orators and highly knowledgeable
Then he quotes another Sanskrit Subhashita meaning “knowledge is the true ornament: all other
adornments fade with time and said we are truly blessed to have these two most knowledgeable as our
leaders.
He then paid gratitude to BMS for success of OMOP and upgradation of Family Pension. He also hoped that
Pension Upgradation as the next major achievement. Which will be a Hatrick. He requested Sh. Somesh
Biswas, Dy In charge Insurance, to push for Pension updation.
He then went on to talk about the growth and reach of NOIP with its presence from Kashmir to
Kanyakumari and Kutch to Kolkata. He concluded his address with the hope that by next Triennial Conf
NOIP will surely surpass the target of 20K Membership.
Sh.Akhil Kishore Agarwal ji President Agra Unit did the vote of thanks.
With this the Inaugural Session concluded. Tea Break
Post tea break , the session began with GS Sh. Ashok Joshi ji taking up Agenda items:
Agenda No.1 To report NOIP activities since last Surat Conference & Agenda No 4 pending issues- Since
the detailed report was already shared in the file, he requested the delegates to go through the same. At
the outset he remembered all those who have left us for heavenly abode. Specifically, he referred to the
untimely and sudden death of 2 stalwart leaders viz WP Late Shri. Vilas Purkar ji & Late Shri. K T Hemanna
ji, Chairman of P&IR committee for their yeomen services. 2 minutes’ silence was observed by the house in
memory of departed souls praying Sadgati for their Aatmas. He also dealt in detail the developments in the
financial sector regarding updation of pension, chronologically and exuding confidence that these positive
developments suggest the probability of updation of pension both in banking and insurance sectors any
time sooner.
The house gave approval to the GS report. There was a break for lunch.
After the lunch break the house re-assembled.
Agenda No.2 To approve statement of accounts of NOIP From Sept-2022 to 31-12-2024.
Sh.Ram Dhumane ji Treasurer, took to stage to present statement of accounts. He read out the statement
from Surat conference up to 31-12-2024 and on pointing out corrected one typing mistake. He thanked all
the units for having made the NOIP financially self-sufficient. He further said that the external auditor has
already audited the accounts and given his approval. The house applauded and gave its approval.
Agenda no 6- TE for attending AGMs of divisional units
Though this matter was discussed in the Mysuru CCM, decision was left to be taken by the 4th triennial
conference. Shri. Ashok Joshi, GS announced the proposal of HQs saying that all the delegates attending
divisional AGMs from mofussil centres will be paid TE subject to- 1) Distance is more than 50 kms and 2)
Express bus fare or train sleeper class fare less senior citizen concession if any, will be reimbursed. The
house gave its approval for the proposal.
The house was given a tea break.
After reassembling, on the occasion of International Women’s Day all the lady delegates were called to the
stage and honored with a ‘Rose Bud’ each. Later a group photograph was taken with Sh.Girish Arya and NOIP leadership. Noteworthy was, all the lady delegates from Mumbai/Thane Unit had sported orange
color saree for the occasion. There was mood of celebration all around.
Post this few select Lady Activists from across the country were specially honored symbolically for their
extra ordinary contribution who fulfilled the criteria for honour. They were:
1. Smt.Nagamani S – Bangalore
2. Smt. Nita Phuria- Mumbai
3. Smt. Abha Joshi- Mumbai
4. Smt. Shruti Shrotriya- Mumbai
5. Smt. Vijayalakshmi Sondur- Pune
6. Smt.Jyoti Kale- Pune
7. Smt. Pradnya Dharap, FPM- Pune
After honoring the ladies Sh.Girish Arya ji wanted to leave as he was to go for another meeting. He was
honoured with a Memento. Before leaving he complimented NOIP for spectacular conf and thanked for
inviting him for the occasion.
Agenda No.3 To receive reporting of activities by Divisional Units
GS Sh. Ashok Joshi ji announced that the Organizing Secretaries and Area In charges will initiate
reporting by Units and individual Unit Secretary/Representative will report as per given format.
It started with All India Organizing Secretary Sh.Prabir Mazumdar ji, he talked about the prevailing
situation in Eastern Zone particularly in Kolkata and how difficult it is to work for BMS philosophy.
Kolkata’s achievement was highly applauded by the house.
A number of Activists from Kolkata were called on stage and honored. Sh.Udayan Chakraborty was
specially felicitated with his spouse for single handedly enrolling more than 150 Members. GS Sh.Ashok
Joshi ji informed the house that many very senior officers like ED, ZM, RM, Chief Engineers etc in
Kolkata (and elsewhere in the country too), are working as foot soldiers to which the house gave huge
round of applause.
This was followed by reporting by Sh.Ranendu Biswas from Silchar Unit.
Sh. Mazumder mentioned about the terrain and other adverse conditions prevailing there and
complimented Silchar Unit for achieving half century mark calling it equal to 500 elsewhere. GS also
praised Silchar’s efforts.
Next Sh.Sujit Kumar Saha reported from Guwahati Unit.
From Bongaigaon Shri.Patgiri reported.
Sh.Partha Chaterjee AIVP briefed about North Eastern Units and ongoing efforts to ensure growth and
opening new Units.
Sh.Srikant Mohapatra reported from Bhubaneshwar.
Break for High Tea.
After tea break session continued with a beautiful song by Smt. Srilatha, Bengaluru in Kannada.
Here it must be worth mentioning about the highly imaginative ideas of Conf Organizers of Agra, on the
occasion of Int Women’s Day, a special Chat Counter with “Pani Puri”, Aloo Tikki” and “Dahi Bhalla
Papdi” were arranged which we all know is very popular with women. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed
and appreciated the special gesture.
The next session started with rendition of a self- composed song on NOIP by Sh.Ashok Gogte ji from
Mumbai/Thane Unit “kyon hai hum”.
Next Shri. Sarat Chandra Patra, Cuttack reported and promised to reach 200 mark by 2028.
Next Sh.Mahendra Kr Samantaray from Behrampur set a target of 50 for 2028.
From Sambhalpur Sh.Umesh Mohanty ji reported.
From Patna Unit Sh. P.C Sharma ji reported and promised significant contribution to 20 K target.
Sh.Gangadhar Malshetty Sec Bal’ore and Spl Invitee to Secretariat reported the progress made by
Bangalore Unit. He said Bangalore’s Membership strength had more than doubled since Surat Conf.
Sh.G.L.Bhat AI Organizing Secretary narrated the progress made in SZ and SCZ areas.
Sh.Siddegowda Sec Mysuru reported for Mysuru Unit
Sh.Shashidhar Turamari reported for Dharwad Unit. He informed that “Mahila Sahay Vani” was
conceived by them and they also translated Mediclaim Document to Kannada language, got it printed
and circulated among Members.
Sh.Prakash Karjol reported for Belagavi Unit.
Sh.H.N.Krishnamurty reported for Shimoga Unit and said they will enroll more than 50% of eligible
Pensioners in the Division and double the Membership before next Conf.
For Raichur Division Sh.Mahesh Chillapur reported.
For Kottayam Sh.M P C Nair reported.
For Telugu States Sh.H.S.Ramesh ji AIVP called upon and assured doubling of Membership by next two
years.
For Goa Sh.Vivekanand Nadkarni reported and said before their next AGM in Sep 25 they will reach 200
mark. GS here appreciated Goa’s spectacular growth and their highly successful conducting of
Secretariat Meeting in Sept-24.
With these the day’s proceedings were concluded. After this there was arrangement for Karaoke singing
in which a number of participants from across the country took part and enjoyed. In the adjacent hall
sumptuous dinner was being served.
Talking about food arrangement its worth mentioning here that the arrangements were extra ordinary
with wide variety to choose from. Be it vegetables, dals, breads and sweets there were many choices.
Noteworthy is availability of ‘Khichdi” and Dahi (curd)in all meals to those looking for something light.
The massive hall with adequate seating was just right to enjoy a sumptuous and heartful meal.
Another highlight is availability of Tea/Coffee. It was available from early morning to post dinner. This is
something that cannot get better. This imaginative initiative by Agra Organizers obviously drew high
appreciation.
Day -3, 9th March 2025 Reporting by Units Cont’d….
The day started with couple of Shramik geets.
Sh.Namboodiri from Kozhikode did the reporting.
This was followed by Sh.Joy Scaria In charge for Kerala state. He narrated the conditions prevailing in
Kerala and how they are trying to grow in all parts. He thanked GS for deputing two AIOSs for Kottayam
in May-24 saying how much importance he attached to Kerala state.
Sh.Ganesh Bhat AIOS summed up for SZ and SCZ
Next Sh.Satyanarana Reddy reported for Hyderabad
Sh.Ravi Shankar reported for Vishakhapatnam
Sh. Suryanarayana reported for Machalipatnam
Sh.H.S.Ramesh AIVP summed up for other Divisions of Telugu State like Rajmundry, Nellore and Kadapa.
Next it was the turn of Sh.Dilip Mapara ji AIOS, he briefly explained the Membership position of
Mumbai/Thane Unit and other Division of Maharashtra etc. He also talked about the Donation
especially about Mumbai/Thane being Number one in the country with collection of more than 25
Lakhs in Donation.
Smt.Abha Joshi Sec Mumbai/Thane Unit reported and highlighted about Membership position and
Donation collection. Sh.Manohar was the highest donor with Rs.33303 and Smt.Shruti donated Rs.25k.
She said there are many who donated more than 20k,15k.
The following reported for their Divisions:
Pune: Sh.Rajendra Desai
Nashik: Sh.Dinesh Sukhtame
Satara: Sh. Abhang
Kolhapur: Sh.Mahesh Kulkarni
Nagpur: Sh.Shrikant Hardas
Nanded: Sh.Rajmal Bakliwal
Amaravati: Sh.Vilas Katekar
Sambhajinagar: Sh.Gopinath
The session broke for tea.
Post Tea Break Units from NCZ did the reporting, Sh.Ashwani Kr Srivastava AIVP led the reporting.
Kanpur: Sh.Sudhakar Mishra dressed immaculately as always in his inimitable style quoted a shayari. He
expressed confidence of crossing 200 mark soon and set a target of 500 before next conference. GS
complimented Sh.Mishra for his excellent work.
Lucknow: Sh.V.N.Pandey President, promised good growth in coming days
Agra: Sh.Akhil Kishore Agarwal said retirees from Agra Division have only NOIP on their minds, said they
had just crossed 300 mark.
Ayodhya: Sh.A.B.Tripathi President said current strength is 40 and will reach 50 shortly. Said have target
of 100 by 2026.
Varanasi: Sh.Ajay Kumar President said they have 57 Members.
Gorakhpur: Sh.Ravi Prakash Srivastava
Jabalpur: Sh.Gupta
Raipur: Sanat Kr Sharma
Summing up for the above GS said after the 5 Division tour by him in Nov-24 these units have picked up
activities and there is good growth. He said there is huge potential and hoped momentum will be
maintained by them.
Northern Zone Reporting was led by Sh.Arvind Mittimani AIOS
He briefly talked about the influence of non-BMS ideology in Delhi and NZ. Despite that the Delhi Unit
had done well since Surat Conf. He informed about formation of Units in Karnal and Srinagar/Jammu.
He expressed concern about Divisions in Rajasthan as there has been no activity since long and will be a
priority area for future.
Sh.R.K.Dhiman Jt.Secretary did the reporting for Delhi Unit. Sh.Arun Gambhir who had enrolled more
than 50 Members including 14 FPs along with other delegates were honored on stage.
For Karnal Division Sh.Jai Bhagwan Bansal President did the reporting. Sh.Ramesh Singla and
Sh.Rajendra Bhat both Activists who wished to say something were called on the stage and honored.
They were highly impressed by the deliberations and atmosphere and promised to work hard for NOIP.
Summing up for NZ Sh.Arvind Mittimani said efforts are on to form Units in Rohtak, Amritsar,
Chandigad, Shimla and Ludhiana.
Reporting by the Units concluded here.
Lunch Break
Post Lunch Break
Agenda No.8 Address by outgoing GS and President
General Secretary Sh.Ashok Joshi ji spoke first. He briefly traced the journey of NOIP since formation
and credited many who had worked selflessly like Late Sh.Kalele ji and Late Sh.Vilas Purkar ji. He
complimented Sh.S.L.Burman ji the first President who was present in the Conf. He also thanked all
Divisional Units who had responded brilliantly to achieve the target of 10000 net Membership strength.
He justified the affiliation of NOIP with BMS and said the philosophy of BMS is reflected in the working
of NOIP. Saying BMS as the Numero Uno trade union of the country with more than 8000 unions
affiliated to it and more than 2 crore Membership, its responsibility is huge. He recollected his days with
BMS founder Shraddheya Dattopant Thengadi ji and said that what Thengadiji had prophesized in
Hyderabad BMS conference in 1984 about the quality of karyakartas is becoming true after 41 years.
He said people are after PAD (position) our Pratistha [post and prestige] rather than service. Waving” Sui Generis” a booklet containing the famous speech of BMS founder he said we need to have it handy
and keep on reading it again and again to realign our thoughts and actions with that of BMS philosophy.
He said he had got the booklet printed and has been distributing to people on many occasions and in
NOIP study camps.
Talking about the need for making way for next generation leaders he said it is the duty of incumbent
leader to prepare next line of leadership for smooth transition of responsibilities. He then justified his
own decision to relinquish the post of General Secretary as he had crossed 70 years of age and said he
expected others to do so. He said he is only leaving the post not the responsibility. He said he would
work for NOIP till his last breath to a thunderous applause from house
He then justified the selection of new set of OBs who are younger and experienced to take on the
responsibilities. He explained the careful selection done based on merit. He cautioned against the
demand for high posts soon after retirement and joining NOIP. He said before expecting high post one
should work as an activist at Unit levels and prove one’s worth. He said such people will be naturally
noticed and given appropriate responsibilities without having asked for it. He said a lot of hard work
and sacrifice has to be done to run an organization smoothly. He expressed confidence in the new team
and wished them best of luck.
He justified his call for 20 k Membership strength by next Conf in 2028, he said NOIP needs to reach out
to all those areas where Units have not been formed. He said the pace at which we are enrolling new
Members now, maintaining it, then the target of 20k is comfortably achievable.
He recounted the achievements of NOIP such as OMOP and upgradation of Family Pension and said the
revision of pension is definitely going to come and NOIP will not rest until it is achieved. He concluded
his address by thanking all for the cooperation he got in discharge of his duties as General Secretary. He
also complimented Sh.Ashwani Kumar Sharma and his Agra Team for hosting a historic and spectacular
Conference.
At this point the Agra Conference team took to stage to felicitate GS Sh.Ashok Joshi ji on behalf of Agra
unit. They honored him with a shawl and huge 6 feet garland and a memento. The entire team had
photograph with GS.
Address by outgoing President
Out-going President Sh.Gunesh Kumar ji started his address by acknowledging past leadership and their
achievements, he credited them with:
• Significant membership growth.
• Establishment of multiple new units across India
• Success in securing OMOP with BMS support.
• Special Thanks to BMS Leadership
• Remembered Dr. Sharanji & Vilasji’s efforts
At his request the house gave round of applause
Current Team’s Achievements
1. Digitization Initiative
Led by Sri CT Joshiji and team. Lauded the support of Sri Ram Dhumane and Sri Sushant Dattatreya
Hadas in accounting and issue of receipt for new members instantly.
2. Family Pension Revision: -
Achieved through BMS’s consistent efforts at DFS & Finance Ministry.
3. Expanding NOIP’s Reach
# Largest BMS-affiliated insurance sector union.
# Over 10,000+ members.
Another round of applause from house
• Sanskrit Wisdom: उद्यमेन हि हिध्यन्ति कार्ााााहि न मनोरथ ा ा ' –
only through effort or hard work can things be achieved -Hard work leads to success.
Compliments to all activists of all units for taking NOIP from 4375 to 10000 membership.
We couldn’t succeed in getting membership of a few. No worries,
• र्त्नेकृ तेहििन हिद्धिित कोअत्र हााोष – If efforts do not succeed, was there a lapse?
• Answer: No! We have achieved significant milestones.
Role of Ashokji – Special Appreciation for
• Deep expertise in pension-related issues.
• Extensive experience
• Served as General Secretary (two terms) and Resident Secretary.
• Exceptional communicator
• Circulars are well-drafted, clear, candid, and comprehensive.
Key Contributions: -
• Strengthened NOIP across India.
• Expanded NOIP’s reach into communist strongholds (Kolkata & Kerala).
• Established units across the Northeast, making NOIP truly pan-India.
• Special appreciation to Kolkata team for their dedication.
• 80% of members were not originally BMS-aligned – trained through study classes.
Key Takeaways:
Few Highlights:
Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, and Others:
• In Mumbai, leadership by Sri Dilip Maparaji stands out.
• In Kolkata, Sri Prabir Kumar Majumder has led effectively.
• In Bangalore, leadership by Sri G L Bhat and Sri Mallashetti along with contributions from various
other units, has been commendable.
• Emergence of Prominent Women Role Models (Stree Shakti):
Mumbai Team:
• Smt. Abha Joshi, Smt. Nitha Phuria, and Smt. Shruthi Shrotriya have been exemplary.
• The Mumbai team comprises 50% women members and boasts the highest number of Class 3
members.
Pune Team:
• Smt. Vijayalakshmi Sondur and Smt. Jyothi Kale actively led the Family Pensioner contact program and
excelled in new membership enrolment.
• A special mention goes to Family Pensioner activist Smt. Pradnya Dharap for her significant
contributions to membership growth, she was also jailed during the emergency of 1975.
Bangalore Team:
Under the leadership of Sri G l Bhat, Sri Nargund, Sri Mallasetti, Sri AG Bhat and host of other activists
increased membership from 300 to 800. (From Surat to Agra)
• Smt. Nagamani has visited many family pensioners, honored them with shawls and fruits, and
achieved the highest membership enrolments. Her efforts have also ensured that family and senior
pensioners receive ex-gratia payments and assistance with certificate submissions.
• Other Inspirational Role Models and Activists:
1. Sri Sanjay Ramdasiji: An excellent statistician who consistently provided vital information.
2. Sri Ashwini Kumar Sharma (Agra): Recognized for his exceptional event-organizing skills.
3. Sri Dilip Shirurkar: Notable for donating 10% of the sambhavana received from each dharmik ritual
(such as poojas) he conducted.
4. Sri Sudhakar Mishra (Kanpur): A distinguished office bearer known for his impeccable Hindi kavithas
and remarkable style.
5. Delhi Team Leadership:
Sri Arvind Mittimani, Sri Rajiv Sharma, and Sri Shivakumar Saini have provided outstanding follow-up
with DFS and BMS.
6. Kolkata Team:
Led by Sri Prabir Kumar Majumder, with contributions from Sri Partha Chatterjee, Sri Arun Patra, Sri
Arup Das Gupta, Sri Kanak Kanti Sen, and several other leaders.
• Notably, during February, they enrolled a record 104 members and maintained high activity
throughout the year, earning them the second position on a national scale.
7. 7. Sri Ashwani Kumar Srivastava (Gorakhpur): A senior activist who has significantly developed his
team.
8. Sri Udayan Chakrabothy (Kolkata): Enrolled over 100 members through innovative leadership
approaches like taking a lead from every new member.
9. Sri P P Phadke, Sri Nitin Phodekar, and the Mumbai team led by Sri Maparaji: Collected donations
exceeding 25 lakhs—the highest among all units.
10. Sri Ramesh (Hyderabad): Leveraged social media platforms like Facebook to drive new
memberships.
11. Sri Vijay Duttaji: Provided round-the-clock assistance to members in Mediclaim settlements.
12. Sri C T Joshi: An acknowledged authority on all matters related to pensioners, available 24x7.
13. Sri Joy Scaria (Kerala): A dedicated and committed activist.
14. Vibrant and a performing Mysore team is built by Sri H N Aradhya and Sri Siddegowda and other
activists
Final Recognition:
• The list of inspirational role models is extensive; these are just a few highlights.
• Ultimately, the true role model is our General Secretary, Sri Ashokji Joshi, whom I have personally
honored as a token of respect and in recognition of his immense contributions.
Final Message:
“Together, we can make a meaningful impact.”
Looking Ahead – The Emerging Team
• Best wishes in advance to the new leadership.
• A strong foundation has been established for continued success.
• There is potential for a hat-trick of major achievements in pension updation.
• We have full confidence in the new leaders.
Call to Action for New Office Bearers & Delegates: -
Always keep in mind the 4 “P’s”:
1. Philosophy: Nation First
2. Platform: Leverage BMS, the largest independent national trade union.
3. Purpose/Pursuit: Build a formidable NOIP.
4. Pledge:
• Take a simple step to ensure growth by encouraging your ex-colleagues to join NOIP; prepare a list of
colleagues you have worked with during your service.
• Take Lead from every new member.
Exponential growth is within reach, as we possess immense potential.
Pensioners’ Statistics (as at 31-03-2024)
• Retiree Pensioners: 53,944
• Family Pensioners: 24,465
• Total Pensioners: 78,409
• In-service employees who are Pension optees: 68,500 / 98,661
Urgency to Act – Now!
• No time to waste
Sanskrit wisdom:
आर्ा नाश्यित पश्यताााांप्रितहिनााां |
र्ााित क्षर्ााााां र्ा वनााां |प्रत्यार्ाान्ति गता: |
प नना हिहवा: |
कालो जगद्भक्षक: ||
Meaning
– Life is fleeting; lost time never returns.
• Our youth fades, and our strength diminishes with time.
• The clock is not just ticking – our life is ticking away!
• We must act now to SECURE WHAT MATTERS MOST.
“ULTIMATE GOAL”
Let’s build “NOIP into the most formidable, influential, and powerful voice of LIC Pensioners”!!United
and unstoppable.
He concluded by congratulating Agra Team for hosting a wonderful conference and thanked all.
Now it was time to felicitate the out-going President, He was honored with a shawl and garland and his
wife who was requested to accompany him on stage was honored with flower bouquet.
In recognition of outstanding and selfless services rendered by two stalwarts of NOIP were honored,
they were:
Sh.C.T.Joshi ji with his spouse
Sh.Vijay Kumar Dutta ji with spouse
Both were honored with shawl and spouse with bouquet and their services thankfully remembered.
The house gave a long round of applause.
Agenda No.5 Amendment to constitution & Agenda 7 Resolutions of Units could not be taken up due
to paucity of time. Since they have been given in the file, GS requested for the approval of house with
one amendment suggested by Shri. Sarkar ji. The house was magnanimous in giving the approval.
Agenda No.9 Election of new Team of OBs/CCMs
Founder President Sh.S.L.Burman ji was nominated as Returning Officer.
Sh.Burman ji said in BMS usually elections do not take place instead a consensus panel of OBs is proposed
and presented for the approval of the house. Shri.C T Joshi ji proposed the panel of OBs. Sh.Deepak
Edlabadkar ji seconded the same. Sh.Burman then asked if there is any other panel of OBs from anybody
else, as there was no other panel he asked Sh.Deepak Edlabadkar to read out the names of new OBs.
Then he declared that they are elected unanimously.
The said list has already been circulated along with new Central Committee Members from all the units.
Agenda No.10 Any other matter with permission of Chair
There was no matter raised.
Agenda No.11 Valedictory function
The valedictory function was presided over by the new President Sh.Prabir Kumar Mazumdar, on the dais
were Sh.Somesh Biswas, new Working President Sh.Arvind Mittimani and new General Secretary Sh.Rajiv
Kumar Sharma.
First, Working President Sh.Arvind Mittimani addressed and thanked for reposing faith in him. He said he
will put in his best efforts to realize the objectives set for the new Team.
Next General Secretary Sh.Rajiv Kumar Sharma ji addressed,
His address started with Upanishad shloka
Ntvham kaamye Rajyam,
Na Swargam Na Punurdb huvam,
Kaamye Dukh Taptanam,
Praninam Aartnaashanam.
Means I neither desire post or State, nor do I want heaven, neither rebirth to enjoy worldly wealth. Only
one desire to dedicate my life for help to needy in sorrow and grief and serve our fellow colleagues at the
time of their need and to be able to assuage their feelings and wellbeing.
He thanked Secretariat body, CCM and General body for having faith and selected new office bearers.
Further he assured that issues like, Pension Updation, OMOP to leftover Ex Servicemen, Engineers and
VRS optees of less than 55 yrs age, Full family pension upto 67 yrs age, ADO ship to be taken into count
for benefit calculation, and a host of other demands like interim relief to all age retirees etc. are being
taken up with DFS with the help of BMS at the highest level and our patience shall bring in results.
He further explained the big achievements gained by previous and current teams including OMOP and
30% FP with a host of benefits in Mediclaim and Group insurance to retirees. Then he praised the saint
like and full of wisdom and witty Shri Gunesh Kumar ji and his impact on us.
Lastly he paid rich indebtedness towards Shri Ashok Joshi ji for his utmost dedication and devotion and
urge to prepare next generation to shoulder the responsibility to serve the NOIP with honesty and
devotion
He completed the address by dedicating Kabir ji Doha Sab samundr ki asi karoo
Sab dharti kaagaj karoo
Sab jungle lekhani karoo
To bhi guru gun likha na jaaye
Means All earth as paper, all seas as ink, all jungle as pen shall be short if I describe the greatness of
Joshi Sir- our Guru.
Sh.Somesh Biswas Ji BMS Dy Incharge for Insurance, who was in attendance throughout the conference
for full 2 days, addressed next. He complimented NOIP for highly successful conduct of Triennial
Conference. He also hailed excellent growth of NOIP [of which he is also a member]. He then went on
to talk about BMS ideology and its contribution to Trade Union Movement in India. He concluded his
address by wishing the new OBs Team all success.
President Sh.Prabir Kumar Mazumder ji in his address expressed thankfulness for his Election as
President and sincerely appreciated the confidence placed in him for the same. The new Team he said,
is highly skilled and professional who are ready to address key pending issues with the FM/DFS/LIC.
He thanked and expressed heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing All India OBs led by Shri.Gunesh Kumar
Deekshith and Honorable General Secretary Shri.Ashok Rao Joshi ji and the team of esteemed leaders
for their wonderful performance that witnessed among others, a remarkable achievement of Enhancing
Family Pension from 15% to 30% and NOIP’s phenomenal growth from 4341 in 2022 Surat Conference
to almost touching 10,000 net Membership today.
He listed out key decisions that will prove game changers:
- Strategic decision of having ‘speed driven growth’ for pan India expansion
- Digital Transformation for efficiency
- Introduction of Consultative Committee
- Introduction of Deputy General Secretary post
- BMS system Education for sustainability of Ecosystem
- A meticulous leadership selection process.
He ended with hearty congratulation to Agra team with huge thanks, gratitude and indebtedness for
ensuring seamless unfoldment of 4th Triennial Conference almost with the clinical precision.
Before conclusion Sh.Deepak Edlabadkar ji who anchored the valedictory function called the entire Agra
Team who hosted the conference on the stage and were honored with gamcha and rose bud and
several rounds of applause and standing ovation was given. The level of minute planning, scale of
arrangement, imaginative thinking is hard to match, said Sh.Deepak ji.
The conference concluded with rendering of “Vande Mataram” by Shri. L N Sharma ji, Bengaluru while
all were standing in respect.
There was visible satisfaction on everybody’s face on the successful conclusion of the Conference in
such a grand manner. Even as the delegates were leaving for high tea, some of them could be seen taking group photographs with out- going GS and President, some with the huge NOIP banner as
background.
Post High Tea Newly formed Secretariat held its 1st meeting in an adjacent building. The meeting was
presided over by the newly elected President Sh.Prabir Kumar Mazumder. The meeting discussed
broadly the agenda items. The meeting intended to highlight the immediate task ahead.
As part of concluding cultural progra the Agra Team had arranged “PHOOLON KI HOLI” a traditional Holi
dance in which Holi is celebrated with flower petals to traditional tunes. This type of Holi is very popular
in Vrindavan areas. Delegates danced heartfully and played Holi with flower petals. The celebrations
went on for a long time even as the dinner was going on in adjacent Dining hall.
Some unique highlights of Agra Conference:
1. Grand decoration of Venue, the venue was decorated that befitted a marriage ceremony
2. Selfie point, a selfie point with full decoration was a true attraction
3. Tourist Information Desk: professional tour operator was stationed at venue for advising and
offering affordable tour options for non- delegate spouses etc
4. Shoe counter: Agra is famous for leather goods, a counter was setup by a famous manufacturer who
supplies to Internationally famed Hush Puppy etc who offered shoes, slippers, purse etc at
affordable rates.
5. Panchi Pethta Counter: Agra is famous for Petha a traditional sweet. Panchi petha is the oldest and
most authentic, who normally does not sell outside his shop, he was roped in to set up a counter at
venue.
6. Shehnai vadan: In an outstanding and thoughtful initiative melodious Shehnai Vadan was arranged
on the morning of 8th before Inaugural session.
7. Remembering the stalwarts: in a unique gesture the entrances of main hall and dining hall sported
the banner with photograph of Late Sh.Vilas Purkar ji and Late Sh.Kalele ji both former GSs.
8. Tea/Coffee any time: In a unique arrangement the tea/coffee was available any time, it was in fact
available from early morning to post dinner.
9. Serving water: water was served in paper tumblers during the sessions
10. Arrangement of UPSRTC buses: Electric buses were hired for ferrying delegates from railway station
to hotel and hotel to conf venue and back
11. City Sight-seeing: Non delegate ladies were taken on a city tour in bus.
Number of delegates attended from various units
Agra- 40, Aligad-1, Amaravati-9, Ayodhya-6, Bhubaneshwar-9, Berhampur-2, Belagavi-8, Bengaluru30, Bongaigaon-4, Ch Sambhajinagar-9, Chandigad-1, Cuttack-3, Dehradun-1, Delhi-12, Dharwad-11,
Ernakulam-1, Goa-6, Gorakhpur-12, Guwahati-5, Hyderabad-17, Jabalpur-4, Jaipur-1, Jamshedpur-1,
Kanpur-7, Karimnagar-2, Karnal-4, Kolhapur-4, Kolkata-40, Kottayam-9, Kozhikode-2, Lucknow-7,
Machchilipatnam-1, Meerut-2, Mumbai-43, Mysuru-5, Nagpur-17, Sambalpur-2, Silchar-4,
Thiruvananthapuram-3, Visakhapatnam-2, Nashik-20, Patna-3, Pune-34, Raichur-6, Raipur-7,
Rajhamundry-1, Rohtak-1, Shivamogga-4, Surat-1, Varanasi-2, Warangal-2, Secretariat members- 35,
BMS OBs-2, Spouses- 71, GT 465+71=536
All the delegates got highly motivated and returned to their respective places with a resolve to achieve
20,000 memberships by 2028.
NOIP Zindabad, BMS Zindabad
Rajiv Kumar Sharma,
General Secretary
