5-Days Banking Demand: Why is AIPNBOF Going on Strike?

In an exclusive interaction with Kanal, Mr. Krishna Kumar, General Secretary of All India Punjab National Bank Officers’ Federation (AIPNBOF) explains the reasons behind the October 9 nationwide bank strike. He opens up about: The pending demand for five-day banking since 2015. Mounting stress, long hours, and rising health issues among young officers. The bureaucratic and business lobby resisting the change. The next steps if the government fails to act, including possible dharna at Jantar Mantar. Watch this detailed interview to understand why bankers across India are saying — 👉 “Saturday off is not a luxury, it’s a lifeline.”