Karnataka Grameena Bank Employees Held Historic Two-Day Strike Over Staff Welfare and Operational Issues
Karnataka Grameena Bank employees held a historic two-day strike on 6th and 7th November 2025. The protest, organised jointly by the Karnataka Grameena Bank Officers’ and Employees’ Federation, saw massive participation across regions. Employees raised concerns over pending staff welfare and operational issues, seeking resolution through constructive dialogue.
Author: V.Gayathri
Published: November 13, 2025
The Joint Action Committee of Karnataka Grameena Bank Officers’ Federation (KGBOF) and Karnataka Grameena Bank Employees’ Federation (KGBEF) organised a two-day dharna and total strike on 6th and 7th November 2025. The event saw large-scale participation from officers and employees, marking one of the most significant demonstrations in the bank’s history.
Federation Leadership and Representatives
The strike was organised and led by the joint action committee of the federations. Key office bearers include:
Karnataka Grameena Bank Officers’ Federation (KGBOF)
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- Sagar Shaha – General Secretary
- Lingaraj Roddannavar – President
Karnataka Grameena Bank Employees’ Federation (KGBEF)
- Sagar Jadhav – General Secretary
- Sagar Ambeka – President
These leaders coordinated the strike, represented staff during memorandum submissions, and emphasised the need for timely resolution of long-pending issues affecting employees and customers.
Demands of the Strike
The strike was organised in protest against the management’s failure to address several critical issues affecting staff welfare and operational efficiency. The key demands included:
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- Withdraw the unscientific AOD/LOR procedure.
- Resolve Finacle and EOD-related problems immediately.
- Implement inter-staff transfers between eKVGB and eKaGB.
- Rectify allowance anomalies and pay pending arrears.
- Release pending joint key allowances.
- Pay CSA overtime based on actual logoff time.
- Absorb TDS on staff perquisites.
- Implement the mandatory leave policy immediately.
- Stop harassment and unethical practices against employees.
Image: Employees at the protest venue displaying unity and solidarity during the two-day strike
Peaceful Demonstration and Strong Workforce Unity
The dharna witnessed massive participation, with more than 300 branches closed and over 1,000 employees and officers joining the protest across different cadres. The event at the Head Office in Ballari became the epicenter of the agitation, where staff gathered peacefully and expressed their concerns with discipline and determination.
Despite long hours and challenging conditions, the unity among employees remained unshaken.
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Image: Employees participating in the dharna at the Head Office, Ballari, holding placards in solidarity.
Management’s Response
According to the federations, the management showed little engagement during the strike. The Chairman reportedly remained distant throughout the protest and did not receive the memorandum on the first day. On the second day, while the strike continued, he attended a review meeting at Chitradurga, which left employees disappointed.
Memorandum Submission Despite Avoidance
In a symbolic act, employees pasted the memorandum copies on the walls of the Head Office. Later, representatives met the Chairman in Chitradurga and submitted the memorandum personally. The Chairman assured necessary action and promised a conciliation meeting within 8–10 days to discuss the pending demands.
Image: Federation representatives submitting a memorandum to the Chairman of Karnataka Grameena Bank.
Federation’s Statement and Future Course
The federations expressed deep gratitude to all officers and employees for making the protest a success. They emphasised that the unity displayed has sent a clear message to the management. While welcoming the Chairman’s assurance, they maintained that the agitation will continue if genuine demands remain unresolved.
Message to the Management
The federations reiterated that their demands aim to strengthen the institution and improve customer service by ensuring fair treatment and efficiency within the system. They urged the management to align internal policies, especially AOD/LOR/AOS and Finacle operations, with the Limitation Act to maintain uniformity and justice.
The historic two-day strike of Karnataka Grameena Bank employees stands as a testament to their unity, discipline, and commitment. The federations have reaffirmed their resolve to continue their struggle until all issues are resolved through constructive dialogue. The movement continues — for justice, dignity, and fairness.
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