INCOME TAX26 Sept 2026
No ATM charges, banks to operate on Sunday: What initiatives did Centre take to minimise disruptions during 3-day strike | Mint
A nationwide bank strike is proposed from September 28 to 30, 2026, which may disrupt branch services. To reduce trouble, the government has advised early release of September salaries and pensions, on September 25. Public sector banks have also waived extra ATM charges during these days, and branches will stay open on Sunday, September 27. Plan branch work early, since the strike may still go ahead.
Key Statutory Highlights
- A three-day nationwide bank strike is proposed from September 28 to 30, 2026, which may disrupt in-branch services across India.
- The Finance Ministry has advised government departments to release September salaries, wages and pensions early, on September 25, 2026.
- Public sector banks have lifted charges on ATM withdrawals beyond the free monthly limit, and all public sector and regional rural bank branches will work normally on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Finish any urgent branch work, like cash deposits, cheque work or paperwork, before September 28. You can withdraw from ATMs without extra charges during the strike days, so keep some cash ready in case services are disrupted.
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