Bank of Maharashtra Employees have announced a nationwide strike on 20th March 2025. The All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) has announced to support the nationwide strike in the Bank of Maharashtra on March 20, 2025, demanding the resolution of various employee-related issues.
Key Demands
The strike is being organized to highlight the following demands:
- Recruitment of PTS through Absorption of Temporary PTS:
Employees are demanding the absorption of Part-Time Sweepers (PTS) who are currently working on a temporary basis into permanent positions. The union argues that these employees have been serving the bank for years and deserve formal employment with proper benefits. - Adequate Recruitment in Sub-Staff and Clerical Cadre:
The union has raised concerns over staff shortages in sub-staff and clerical positions, which are affecting the efficiency of banking operations. They are calling for immediate recruitment to fill vacancies and ensure smooth functioning. - Filling Up of Special Assistant Posts as per Agreement:
Employees claim that certain posts of special assistants have remained vacant, despite previous agreements that mandated their filling. The union is demanding the implementation of the agreed-upon staffing policies. - Restoration of Bipartisan Practices:
The union has accused the bank management of unilaterally making decisions without consulting employee representatives, leading to dissatisfaction among staff. They are demanding the restoration of a bipartisan approach in decision-making, where employee unions have a say in policies affecting workers. - Restoration of Union Offices:
Employees are also demanding the reinstatement of union offices within bank premises, arguing that these offices play a crucial role in addressing employee grievances and ensuring effective communication between the workforce and management. - Honoring the De Jure Recognition Agreement:
The union has insisted that the bank management adhere to the De Jure Recognition Agreement in both letter and spirit, ensuring that employee rights and agreements are respected.
With the banking sector already facing challenges due to digital transformation and increased workloads, the strike is expected to disrupt banking services on March 20, 2025. Customers of the Bank of Maharashtra may face delays in transactions and other banking operations on the day of the protest.
