In a recent appeal, the Bank of Baroda Officers’ Association (BOBOA), Lucknow Zone, has strongly opposed the directive requiring bank branches in the Raebareli Region to remain operational on designated holidays. The association has urged the Regional Head of Bank of Baroda, Raebareli Region, to withdraw the order that mandates branch operations on March 23, 2025 (Sunday) and March 30, 2025 (Sunday), citing concerns over employee well-being and work-life balance.
Concerns Over Continuous Work Without Rest
The directive, issued via letter ref. no. UPR/2024-25/HRM/1034 dated March 19, 2025, also required branches to function on March 22, 2025 (4th Saturday). Additionally, employees have reported that bank branches in the Raebareli region were previously operational on March 8, 2025 (2nd Saturday) and March 9, 2025 (Sunday), further exacerbating concerns over excessive workload.
BOBOA, which is affiliated with FBOBOA & AIBOC and represents over 3.5 lakh officers, acknowledges the importance of achieving business targets and ensuring a smooth financial year-end closure. However, it strongly emphasizes that continuous work without sufficient rest can have detrimental effects on employees’ mental and physical well-being.
The Need for Work-Life Balance
The association highlights that holidays serve a crucial role in allowing employees to:
- Rest and recharge to maintain productivity.
- Attend to personal responsibilities and family commitments.
- Address medical and other urgent needs without professional obligations.
BOBOA warns that denying employees these essential breaks may lead to stress, burnout, and reduced efficiency, which could ultimately impact the organization’s performance in the long run.
Call for Immediate Action
In light of these concerns, BOBOA has formally requested the Regional Head of Bank of Baroda, Raebareli Region, to reconsider and withdraw the order to open bank branches on holidays. The association firmly believes that maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for sustaining morale and efficiency among banking officers.
The letter, signed by Akhilesh Kumar Rai (General Secretary, BOBOA Lucknow Zone), has also been forwarded to:
- The General Manager, Bank of Baroda, Lucknow Zone.
- The General Secretary, FBOBOA (Affiliated to AIBOC).
- The Secretary, AIBOC (UP State).
BOBOA hopes that the management will take prompt action and reconsider the decision, ensuring that officers are granted their rightful holidays while maintaining the bank’s operational efficiency.
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