Punjab National Bank (PNB) has issued an important advisory regarding a nationwide strike called by major employee unions, including AIBEA, BEFI, and AIBOA, scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026. While the Bank is implementing all necessary measures to maintain smooth operations, management cautions that the strike, if materialized, may disrupt normal functioning across its branches and offices nationwide.
Notice of Employee Action
Punjab National Bank (PNB) hereby communicates an important advisory concerning planned industrial action. The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has been informed that several key banking associations—namely the All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA), Bank Employees’ Federation of India (BEFI), and All India Bank Officers’ Association (AIBOA)—have jointly called for a strike.
Date and Scope of Disruption
The nationwide strike is scheduled to take place on Thursday, February 12, 2026. This action has been called in support of strikes initiated by the Central Trade Unions. PNB is actively taking all required steps to ensure the continued, smooth functioning of its operations across all branches and offices on the specified date.
Operational Impact Warning
Despite the Bank’s proactive measures, management wishes to inform stakeholders that should the strike materialize, the normal functioning of PNB’s branches and offices may be negatively affected. This information is being disclosed to all concerned parties as required by relevant disclosure regulations, ensuring full transparency regarding potential operational disruptions.
Source: BSE
