Agartala | February 21, 2026
The Joint Development Forum (JDF) of Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) organized a massive demonstration in front of the bank’s head office on Saturday, pressing for a 10-point charter of demands. The protest saw bank employees and officers gathering in large numbers to demand immediate reforms in the work culture and administrative policies of the state’s premier regional rural bank.
10-Point Charter of Demands
The forum’s primary demands focus on the overall improvement of the banking environment and the welfare of its employees. Key issues highlighted during the protest include:
- Fair Transfer Policy: The implementation of a transparent and rational transfer policy for all staff.
- Improved Work Culture: Ensuring a healthy and productive environment within branches.
- Staffing and Infrastructure: Addressing long-standing operational hurdles that affect customer service.
- Employee Rights: Better benefits and administrative transparency.
Ultimatum for March 16 Strike
Addressing the media during the demonstration, senior leaders of the Joint Development Forum issued a stern warning to the higher authorities. They declared that if the bank management fails to address their 10-point demands immediately, all employees will participate in a state-wide strike on March 16.
”We are committed to serving the people of Tripura, but the current administrative environment is becoming unsustainable. If our legitimate demands are ignored, we will have no choice but to shut down operations across the state on March 16,” a forum spokesperson stated.
Allegations of Administrative Intimidation
The protesters leveled serious allegations against the bank management, accusing them of using repressive tactics to stifle the movement. According to the forum leaders, the authorities attempted to prevent employees from joining the protest by:
- Refusing Leave: Denying leave applications to staff members intending to attend the demonstration.
- Heavy Police Presence: Deploying a large police force at the headquarters to intimidate the agitators.
Despite these alleged hurdles, the forum members maintained their ground, asserting that such “oppressive measures” would only strengthen their resolve to fight for their rights.
