Bank Strike on Jan 27: SBI Customers Advised Digital Banking Amid 4-Day Closure

• Public and private sector bank employees will observe a nationwide strike on January 27, 2026, called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU).
• The primary demand is for a 5-day work week (5-day banking), making every Saturday a holiday, a proposal recommended by IBA but awaiting government approval.
• The strike, involving approximately 8 lakh bank employees, follows failed negotiations and will affect services from midnight Jan 26 to midnight Jan 27.
• Due to Jan 25 being Sunday and Jan 26 Republic Day, bank branches in many areas could face up to a 4-day closure.
• SBI advises customers to use ATMs, Customer Service Points, Internet Banking, YONO app, Mobile Banking, and UPI for essential services during the strike.

Why It Matters: Bank strike on Jan 27 for 5-day work week; SBI urges customers to use digital services.