Tribune News Service

Amritsar, December 16

Bank employees led by the Punjab Banking Employees’ Federation went on two-day strike to oppose privatisation of banks. The protest was held on a call given by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU).

The agitating employees held a rally outside the Hall Gate and criticised the Centre. Later, the agitators took out a march in the city.

Ravi Rajzan, secretary, Punjab Bank Employees’ Federation, said, “All bank employees are united in this fight against the illogical and detrimental move of the Central Government.”

Meanwhile, traders faced inconvenience due to the stir of the bank staff.