Union Bank of India has confirmed that employee unions, including the All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) and Bank Employees Federation of India (BEFI), have served notice for a one-day nationwide strike on February 12, 2026. The strike, part of a broader protest against new labour codes, may disrupt banking services.
Union Bank of India has formally disclosed that major employee unions AIBEA and BEFI will participate in a one-day nationwide strike on February 12, 2026. The strike is part of coordinated industrial action across public sector banks, opposing the government’s new labour codes and highlighting concerns over workers’ rights.
While no official holiday has been declared, Union Bank of India has cautioned that branches and administrative offices may face operational disruptions. The bank has stated it is taking proactive steps to minimize customer inconvenience, though services such as cash transactions, cheque clearances, and branch operations could be impacted depending on staff participation.
Key Highlights
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Strike Date: February 12, 2026 (Thursday).
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Unions Involved: AIBEA and BEFI, alongside other national banking unions.
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Reason for Strike: Protest against new labour codes replacing 29 existing labour laws.
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Impact: Possible disruption in branch operations and customer services.
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Bank’s Response: Union Bank of India has issued a formal notice and is working to reduce service interruptions.
This industrial action underscores ongoing tensions between banking unions and policymakers, with potential implications for customers and the broader financial sector.
Sources: The Economic Times, Times of India, Firstpost, Union Bank of India official notice