February is set to be disruptive for daily life as multiple sectors across India prepare for nationwide strikes.
From ride-hailing services to banks and government offices, several essential services may be affected on different dates.
If you rely on app-based transport or banking services, it’s important to know what’s coming and when.
Ola, Uber and Rapido Services May Be Hit on February 7
Commuters may struggle to book cabs and bikes on Friday, February 7, 2026.
Drivers working with Ola, Uber and Rapido have announced a nationwide strike on this day.
Drivers across the country are protesting what they call unfair fare policies and a lack of government oversight.
The strike has been named an “All India Breakdown” by driver unions.
According to the unions, after the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines 2025 were introduced, companies started fixing fares without transparency.
Drivers say this has reduced their earnings and increased their expenses, pushing them to protest at a national level.
Bigger Disruptions Likely on February 12
The impact of strikes will not end on February 7.
A much larger nationwide strike has been called on February 12, which may affect banks, insurance services, and several government-linked offices.
This strike is being supported by farmer unions, trade unions, and employee groups across sectors.
Bank employees are expected to play a major role in this protest, which could disrupt banking operations across the country.
Which Bank Unions Are Joining the February 12 Strike?
Several major bank employee unions have confirmed their participation.
These include:
All India Bank Employees Association (AIBEA)
All India Bank Officers Association (AIBOA)
Bank Employees Federation of India (BEFI)
Along with bank unions, 10 central trade unions are also backing the strike, making it one of the largest coordinated protests this year.
Why Are Bank Employees Going on Strike?
Bank employees had already gone on strike on January 27, 2026, demanding a five-day work week.
The February 12 strike adds another major issue to their protest.
This time, unions are opposing the four new labor codes introduced by the central government.
These codes, notified on November 29, 2025, replaced 29 existing labor laws.
Employee unions argue that the new system weakens worker protections and reduces bargaining power.
Bank unions are also questioning why financial institutions like the RBI, LIC, stock markets, and commodity exchanges already follow a five-day work week, while banks are being excluded from the same system.
What This Means for the Public
With multiple sectors participating in these strikes, the public may face delays in transport, banking, and financial services in February.
Planning travel and banking work in advance could help reduce inconvenience during these protest days.
