Deepak Pradhan

An Unprivileged banker, Circle Secretary of AIPNBOA. Dreamer of a parallel world with true liberalisation & socialism.

[𝑱𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒉 𝑲𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒓 𝑷𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒚 @jitesh_pandey]

Hello @RBI , a few simple questions on your approval to keep bank branches operational on Sunday, 27 Sept 2026:

1. Section 25, Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 expressly includes Sunday within “public holiday”. If 27.09.2026 remains a public holiday under Sec 25, under which statutory provision has RBI authorised it to be treated as a “working day”?

2. RBI itself has stated that under Sec 25 of NI Act, declaration of public holidays is a Central Government function, delegated to State Governments vide MHA Notification No. 20-25-56-Pub-I dated 08.06.1957.
Where is RBI’s statutory authority to alter that status?

3. RBI’s own instructions separately recognise “Sunday banking” while continuing to recognise Sunday as a public holiday under Sec 25. Therefore, does the 22.09.2026 letter merely permit banking operations on Sunday, or does it purport to change the statutory holiday status of 27.09.2026?

4. If it is merely permission to operate, what is the legal basis for compelling bank employees to work on a day which continues to be a public holiday, particularly in view of applicable Industrial Awards/Bipartite Settlements?

5. Finally, please identify the exact Section/Act/Notification under which the RBI’s approval dated 22.09.2026 has been issued and clarify whether it has any effect whatsoever on the status of 27.09.2026 under Section 25 of the NI Act.

Regulation cannot become legislation by implication. The statutory basis should be crystal clear.

I sincerely hope to get an honest reply.

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[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

@aiboc_in The stress and fatigue from extended working hours highlight the urgency for implementing the 5-day week for bank staff. #5DayBankingNow #AIBOC @PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

The 5-day week is crucial for the well-being of bank staff; the Government must accept this agreement for prompt implementation. #5DayBankingNow #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/dRSEMossl5

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

Bankers keep India connected 24×7.

But behind every transaction, target and deadline is a human being, with a family, responsibilities and a life beyond the branch.

A 5-day week was agreed in March 2024, with bankers accepting longer working hours from Monday to Friday.

The demand is reasonable. The commitment is proven. The delay is difficult to justify.

Implement 5-Day Banking now.

@PMOIndia @narendramodi @FinMinIndia @nsitharaman @DFS_India

#5DayBankingNow

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

The struggle for 5-day banking continues; let’s push for its implementation to honor the hard work of bank employees. #5DayBankingNow #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/dRSEMossl5

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

Bankers keep India connected 24×7.

But behind every transaction, target and deadline is a human being, with a family, responsibilities and a life beyond the branch.

A 5-day week was agreed in March 2024, with bankers accepting longer working hours from Monday to Friday.

The demand is reasonable. The commitment is proven. The delay is difficult to justify.

Implement 5-Day Banking now.

@PMOIndia @narendramodi @FinMinIndia @nsitharaman @DFS_India

#5DayBankingNow

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#WATCH | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), along with All India Bank Employees' Association (AIBEA), protests over demands for a 5-day work week and banking reforms.

[Rupam Roy @rupamsmail]

Dear Comrades,

Today, every striking banker sacrifices a day’s salary for a commitment that remains unfulfilled — Five-Day Banking.

Your sacrifice, courage and unity will not be forgotten. History will remember those who stood up, fought together and refused to surrender their rightful demand.

This fight is for our dignity, our families and the future of every banker.

Stand Firm. Stand United. Make the Strike Historic.

✊ One Cause. One Voice. One Banking Fraternity.

#BankStrike #5DayBanking #UFBU

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

Instituting any pay scheme contrary to negotiated agreements not only undermines foundations but employee sentiment too. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

Silence on the agreed demand for 5-day banking creates discontent, and the government must take urgent notice. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[ALL INDIA BANK OFFICERS ASSOCIATION @AIBOAOFFICIAL]

#5DayWeekandFairPLI

[CH VENKATACHALAM @ChVenkatachalam]

Honour the Commitment @ChairmanIba @ChiefIba @DFS_India @nsitharaman Implement 5 days Banking now
#5DayWeekandFairPLI

[Rupam Roy @rupamsmail]

An agreement must be honoured. A reward system must be fair.

#5DayWeekandFairPLI

The 5 Day Work Week for bank employees was agreed in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. Its implementation cannot remain pending indefinitely.

At the same time, a unilateral and discriminatory PLI framework that divides the workforce must give way to a fair, transparent and inclusive system for all employees.

Every achievement of our banks is the outcome of collective effort.

Recognition too must reflect that collective contribution.

We seek no privilege, only implementation of an agreed commitment, equality in reward and dignity at work.

@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

All banking professionals merit the same work-life balance as other sectors, so grant us our agreed 5-day banking week. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

Loppering off progress in our wage initiatives destroys the contrasts other sectors show when implementing fairness. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

Just as we collaborate each day, fair agreements can motivate us all to achieve higher collective goals! #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

A clear differentiated system for PLI perpetuates discord; time to advocate for the uniform implementation of agreed principles. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

Comprehensive acknowledgment of PLI principles restores morale and ensures unwavering performance across all ranks. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

[Deepak Pradhan @pradhandeepak09]

The purpose of negotiation should be honored, ensuring both a fair PLI and a valid 5-day work system for all. #5DayWeekandFairPLI #AIBOC @PMOIndia https://t.co/caKkSowQmf

[All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) @aiboc_in]

India’s Bank employees seek two things rooted in fairness and dignity at work.
#5DayWeekandFairPLI
The demand for a 5 Day Work Week in banks is not new. It already stands agreed upon in the Bipartite Settlement of March 2024. What remains is its long-pending implementation.

At the same time, the unilateral and discriminatory PLI system must be abolished and replaced with a fair, transparent and inclusive framework for all employees, recognising the collective effort behind every institution’s performance.

Hardworking bank employees are not asking for privilege. They are asking for implementation of an agreement and equality in reward.

A motivated banking workforce strengthens Indian banking and the nation.
@PMOIndia

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