Public-sector bank unions plan a three-day strike from 28 September
Government and union notices indicate possible branch disruption through 30 September, with the action following a weekend.
Public-sector bank unions have scheduled a strike from 28 to 30 September and proposed an indefinite strike from 26 October. Current government and union notices identify implementation of a five-day banking week as the remaining central demand.
The Finance Ministry says a performance-linked incentive scheme has been placed in abeyance while the five-day-week demand remains under examination. Because the action follows the 26-27 September weekend and overlaps the half-year close, branch services could face an extended interruption.
Why it matters
A sustained disruption could affect branch access, government transactions, business settlements and operational work around the half-year banking close.
SCULTRA point of view
Customers and businesses should use bank-specific advisories for service availability and complete time-sensitive branch work early. The labour demand and the continuity risk should be reported separately and neutrally.
Limitations
The position can change through conciliation, court action or a revised union decision. Participation and service availability may differ by bank and location, so this article should not be treated as a guarantee that every branch will close.
Source: Press Information Bureau / Ministry of Finance and Department of Financial Services, 21 September 2026.