Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has requested the Odisha Government for expeditious settlement of Rs 28.54 crore outstanding dues payable to the central public sector undertaking BSNL at the earliest, saying that “the State Government’s support is vital to enable BSNL to continue delivering essential communication services for regional and national development”.
In an official letter addressed to Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, the Union Minister stated that as on 31 December 2025, Rs 28.54 crores remain outstanding from departments and organisations under the State of Odisha.
Considering BSNL’s critical role in providing secure and reliable telecommunications, timely payment of these dues is essential to sustain its operations and service quality.
BSNL plays a vital role in providing telecom services across the country, especially in rural and remote areas. It supports key Government departments, including the Armed Forces, and serves numerous banks and institutions. With its wide network and strong presence, BSNL remains a reliable and trusted service provider for delivering citizen-centric services, the Minister noted.
Given BSNL’s financial stress, the Government of India has approved revival packages in 2019, 2022 and 2023 to support its viability and competitiveness. Despite this, the company needs steady cash flows for routine operations and modernisation of its telecom infrastructure, said the letter.
“I would, therefore, request you to kindly issue necessary instructions to the concerned departments and organisations to expedite the settlement of all outstanding dues to BSNL at the earliest”, Union Minister Scindia urged Odisha CM Majhi.