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Why bank unions are striking this week and how it could impact services
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- Sep 27, 2026, 12:59 PM UTC
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For bank employees, a five-day week is the principal unresolved demand. At present, bank branches are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays. The unions want all Saturdays to become holidays.
Banking services across India, particularly at public sector banks, are set to be disrupted for three days starting Monday due to a nationwide strike by bank unions. The strike, called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), is primarily to press for a five-day working week and other demands, despite the finance…
South Indian Bank branches may see disruptions from September 28 to September 30, 2026. Strike called by United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), affecting affiliated staff unions. ATMs and digital banking channels will remain operational during the period. Financial impact and quantum of loss are currently unquantifiable…