The regulation mandating that bank branches in the Raebareli Region remain open on specified holidays has been vehemently rejected by the Bank of Baroda Officers’ Association (BOBOA), Lucknow Zone, in a recent appeal. Citing worries about work-life balance and staff well-being, the organization has petitioned the Regional Head of Bank of Baroda, Raebareli Region, to revoke the directive requiring branch operations on March 23, 2025 (Sunday), and March 30, 2025 (Sunday).
Worries About Working Nonstop Without Breaks Letter ref. no. UPR/2024-25/HRM/1034, dated March 19, 2025, issued the directive, which also mandated that branches operate on March 22, 2025, the fourth Saturday. Employees have also stated that bank offices in the Raebareli area were open on March 8, 2025, the second Saturday, and March 9, 2025, the 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.
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.Credit card services
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.
