Bank Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike on Jan 27 Over 5-Day Work Week Demand
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News18•07-01-2026, 19:09
Bank Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike on Jan 27 Over 5-Day Work Week Demand
- •Bank employee unions demand a 5-day work week, threatening a nationwide strike on January 27 if demands are not met.
- •The United Forum of Bank Unions issued the warning, increasing pressure on government and bank authorities.
- •A potential strike on January 27 could disrupt banking services for three consecutive days (Jan 25, 26, 27) due to Saturday and Republic Day holiday.
- •Currently, banks are closed on second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays; unions want all Saturdays as holidays.
- •Public sector banks could face significant problems, affecting cash, withdrawals, cheque clearances, and loan services.
Why It Matters: Bank unions threaten Jan 27 strike for 5-day week, risking 3-day service disruption.
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