Central Bank of India has confirmed that the proposed bank strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has been deferred. This development ensures uninterrupted banking services across all branches and offices in India, effective immediately.

The UFBU, comprising seven unions including AIBEA, AIBOC, BEFI, NCBE, AIBOA, INBEF, and INBOC, had planned a strike from September 28 to September 30, 2026, followed by a continuous strike starting October 26, 2026. The deferment follows discussions and an understanding reached between the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) and the bank unions regarding key demands and issues.

Operational Status and Regulatory Compliance

The bank stated that all branches and offices are functioning as usual. Customers can expect normal service availability without disruption. This update was filed with the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited pursuant to Regulation 30 and 51 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Strike Details and Union Composition

The deferred action involved a coalition of major banking unions. The specific dates affected by the original notice were:

The resolution highlights the effectiveness of dialogue between the IBA and the unions in maintaining operational continuity within the public sector banking sector.

Central Bank of India announced that the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has extended the term of office of Mahendra Dohare, Executive Director, for a period of three years.

The extension was granted via Notification eF.No.4/1(iii)/2025-BO.I dated September 23, 2026. This order extends Dohare's tenure beyond his currently notified term, which is scheduled to expire on October 8, 2026. The new term will last for three years or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Regulatory Compliance

The bank filed this disclosure with the National Stock Exchange and BSE pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The notification ensures continuity in the senior management structure of the public sector lender.

The decision reflects the government's administrative oversight over key appointments in public sector banks. No financial metrics or operational data were disclosed alongside this personnel update.