Nationwide Bank Strike: Banks to Open on Sunday Before 3-Day Shutdown, RBI Approves Special Operations:

Banks will remain open on Sunday, September 27, 2026, to help customers meet their banking needs amid the proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30.

The strike has been called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU). It comes just after the weekend holidays on September 26 and 27, which could otherwise lead to a longer disruption of banking services.

To avoid inconvenience to the public, all public sector banks and regional rural banks will function normally on Sunday, September 27.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has also approved the opening of bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and currency chests on the day. These facilities will remain operational to ensure that essential banking services continue.

The government has said that the convenience and welfare of bank customers remain a top priority. The government and bank managements have also appealed to the unions to defer the proposed strike.

The move is aimed at ensuring that customers continue to have access to essential banking services despite the proposed strike.