01 Dec 2023 | 01:22 PM UTC
India: Unionized bank employees plan nationwide strike Dec. 4-11
All India Bank Employees Association plans to hold strike across India Dec. 4-11. Bank service disruptions likely; rallies possible.
The All India Bank Employee Association (AIBEA) plans to observe a nationwide strike Dec. 4-11 to demand several concessions and denounce the outsourcing of permanent jobs. Unless averted, related service disruptions are likely to occur at various public and private banks across India on the following dates:
Dec. 4: Punjab National Bank (PNB), State Bank of India (SBI), and Punjab and Sind Bank.
Dec. 5: Bank of Baroda and Bank of India.
Dec. 6: Canara Bank and Central Bank of India.
Dec. 7: Indian Bank and UCO Bank.
Dec. 8: Union Bank of India and Bank of Maharashtra.
Dec. 11: Private banks will join the strike.
Bank service disruptions are also likely to occur at additional bank locations on other dates as a result of the planned work stoppage and due to regional public holidays throughout December. Organizers may cancel the labor action at short notice if they perceive the government to be meeting their demands before Dec. 4.
Related demonstrations are possible through Dec. 11. Popular protest sites include banks, governmental buildings, public squares, and thoroughfares. Participation will probably vary by locale. Authorities will likely monitor any such rallies that materialize and may move to disperse overly unruly crowds. Isolated clashes between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are likely.
Confirm both private and public bank service appointments in advance. As a precaution, avoid any demonstration that materializes. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional time near gathering sites. Plan accordingly for potential localized business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
