Preparatory Measures for Nationwide Bank Strike – Ensuring Smooth Postal Banking Operations

Summary: 

The letter, issued by Rajul Bhatt, Deputy Director General (FS & PBI), Ministry of Communications, Department of Posts, dated September 23, 2026, addresses the upcoming three-day nationwide bank strike scheduled from 28–30 September 2026 by the United Forum of Bank Unions and other banking associations.

It highlights that the strike may affect normal banking operations and increase demand for financial transactions through Post Offices and IPPB. To mitigate disruptions, the letter instructs all Heads of Circles to make advance arrangements, including:

• Ensuring sufficient cash availability at Post Office counters and ATMs.
• Strengthening security for surplus cash handling.
• Making arrangements for pension disbursement and RD collections.
• Displaying public information about the strike and possible cheque clearance delays.
• The directive emphasizes close monitoring during the strike period to maintain uninterrupted customer service and operational continuity across postal banking networks.
• Issued by: Rajul Bhatt, Deputy Director General (FS & PBI) Government of India, Department of Posts