When the global discussion is about 4 day work week, it is concerning that 5 Day work week is still not implemented in Indian Banks but we are moving towards Viksit Bharat & Digital India. How the bankers can accept
this dilemma anymore? #Implement5DayBanking@FinMinIndia
India is among the very few major Economies where Banks remain open on Saturdays. While Banks advanced in Technologies, Lags in Govt Policies on Work Culture.
#Implement5DayBanking
Streamlining to a 5-day banking week could help banks operate more efficiently, ensuring optimal service hours for customers.
@ChVenkatachalam#Implement5DayBanking
A shorter banking week can enhance overall efficiency, allowing banks to streamline operations and reduce operational fatigue. #Implement5DayBanking https://t.co/U38ibCGYuO
Countries with 5 Days Banking 👇
US
UK
Italy
Japan
China
France
Canada
Germany
Singapore
Philippines
New Zealand
-Asian Countries-
Nepal
Vietnam
Malaysia
Thailand
Sri Lanka
Indonesia
Myanmar
Cambodia
Bangladesh
#Implement5DayBanking in India🇮🇳
When pilots now must get 48 hours rest weekly to protect lives after fatigue concerns triggered the IndiGo crisis, why are bankers denied similar dignity?
Bankers handle crores of public money, make critical decisions shaping India’s financial wellbeing, yet work long hours, often late into night, weekends & holidays with documented stress, burnout & tragic suicides.
If regulators, Govt agencies, RBI, LIC, GIC function 5 days, why not banking? It’s time for compassion, safety & sanity.
#Implement5DayBanking
@nsitharamanoffc@DFS_India@RBI
A better banking experience starts with a sustainable workweek. With acute staff shortages and mounting stress, 5-day banking is about public service and employee well-being, not a privilege.
UFBU has been pressing since 2015; IBA has already recommended it to the Government (MoU 07-12-2023), and the 12th Bipartite/9th Joint Note (08-03-2024) records the Saturday holiday clause, pending approvals/clearances.
Honour what’s on record. Approve all Saturdays off.
#Implement5DayBanking