Nationwide Strike Alert (Feb 12): Status: CONFIRMED. Date: Thursday, Feb 12, 2026. Risk: ‘Dies Non’ (Salary Deduction) & Banking Disruption.
The Confederation of Central Government Employees & Workers (CCGEW), along with 10 Central Trade Unions, has confirmed that the Nationwide General Strike will proceed on February 12, 2026. This massive agitation involves over 30 crore workers, including Bank Unions, protesting against the delay in the 8th Pay Commission and the new Labour Codes.
Strict Warning: The Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) and various State Governments are invoking the “Dies Non” principle. Unauthorized absence on Thursday will lead to a pay cut and a break in service.
1. Official Strike Protocol: What is ‘Dies Non’?
Under Rule 7 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, government servants are prohibited from striking. If you participate, the following penalties apply automatically:
- No Work, No Pay: Salary for Feb 12 will be deducted.
- Break in Service: The day is deducted from “Qualifying Service” for pension.
- Leave Freeze: Casual Leave (CL) or Earned Leave (EL) applied for this date is summarily rejected unless there is a medical emergency.
Attendance Rule: Pickets or protests within 100 meters of the office gate are banned. Heads of Departments (HoD) have been instructed to send attendance reports by 10:00 AM.
2. Charter of Demands (Why the Strike?)
The strike notice served to the Cabinet Secretary highlights 5 non-negotiable demands regarding the 8th Pay Commission and Pension.
| Demand | Details |
|---|---|
| 8th Pay Commission | Immediate setup & inclusion of Pension Revision in ToR. |
| Interim Relief | 20% Salary Hike w.e.f. Jan 1, 2026. |
| DA Merger | Merge 50% DA with Basic Pay (Retrospective). |
| Pension | Scrap NPS/UPS & Restore Old Pension Scheme (OPS). |
| Arrears | Release 18-Month DA Arrears (COVID period). |
3. Impact on Services (Banks & Transport)
Beyond government offices, the strike will heavily impact public services on Thursday.
A. Bank Strike (PSBs)
Public Sector Bank unions (AIBEA, BEFI) are joining the strike. Branches may remain closed or operate with minimal staff. ATMs might run dry by evening.
B. Transport & Railways
While trains will run, the All India Railwaymen’s Federation (AIRF) will hold massive demonstrations at stations. State transport services in Kerala, West Bengal, and Tripura may face total shutdown.
Is February 12 a holiday for Govt offices?
No. It is a normal working day. In fact, attendance is mandatory. Offices remain open, and absence without prior medical leave will attract the “Dies Non” penalty.
Will Bank transactions fail on Feb 12?
Online transactions (UPI, Net Banking) will work normally. However, physical branch services like cheque clearance, cash deposit, and KYC updates will be severely hit due to the participation of bank staff.
हिंदी सारांश: 12 फरवरी भारत बंद
12 फरवरी 2026 को केंद्रीय कर्मचारी और बैंक यूनियन देशव्यापी हड़ताल पर हैं। मांग है कि 8वें वेतन आयोग में 20% अंतरिम राहत मिले और पुरानी पेंशन (OPS) बहाल हो। सरकार ने ‘Dies Non’ (वेतन कटौती) की चेतावनी दी है। बैंक शाखाएं बंद रह सकती हैं, लेकिन ऑनलाइन बैंकिंग चालू रहेगी।
