The government has announced that public sector banks and regional rural banks will remain open on Sunday, September 27. This decision is aimed at ensuring continued access to banking services for the public during the weekend.
What the government said
It added that the government and bank managements have appealed to unions to defer the proposed strike, and have also taken measures to ensure that essential banking services continue uninterrupted. “The Department reiterates that the welfare and convenience of bank customers remains the Government’s foremost priority. The Government and bank managements have appealed to unions to defer the proposed strike, and have also taken measures to ensure that essential banking services continue un-interrupted,” the statement read.
The Ministry of Finance, in a statement on Wednesday, said, “In view of the proposed three-day nationwide bank strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) from September 28 to 30, 2026, coinciding with the preceding weekend holidays of September 26 and 27, the government has taken proactive steps to safeguard the banking needs of citizens. The ministry’s statement added that to ensure that citizens’ banking needs are not adversely affected for an extended period, “all Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function normally on Sunday, the 27th of September, 2026.
Upcoming Bank Strike: Key Details and Impacts
The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), representing approximately 90% of the banking workforce, has declared a three-day strike. This action aims to advocate for a five-day banking week among other demands. According to a report from ANI, the unions are focused on the implementation of this new work schedule, which they believe will benefit both employees and customers.
