GENERAL23 Sept 2026
Banks to remain open on Sunday ahead of proposed 3-day strike from Sep 28
All public sector and regional rural banks will stay open on Sunday, September 27, 2026, because a three-day nationwide strike is planned from September 28 to 30. The United Forum of Bank Unions, representing most bank staff, wants a five-day week. The strike also clashes with half-yearly closing. Finish urgent banking work early. Use mobile banking, ATMs or UPI if the strike goes ahead.
Key Statutory Highlights
- All Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function normally on Sunday, September 27, 2026, with RBI approval for branches, offices, ATM-link branches and currency chests.
- The United Forum of Bank Unions has called a three-day nationwide strike from September 28 to 30, 2026, mainly demanding a five-day banking week.
- The strike period coincides with the half-yearly closing of banks on September 30, and banks have advised customers to use digital channels or finish essential transactions in advance.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you have cheque clearing, cash deposits, loan paperwork or treasury work due around September 28 to 30, try to complete it by Sunday, September 27, or use UPI, mobile banking or ATMs, and keep an eye on your bank's advisory.
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