Punjab & Sind Bank employees' unions have *deferred their nationwide strike* scheduled for May 19, 2025, following a conciliation meeting with management on May 14. The strike was initially called to protest against the bank’s *new Transfer Policy* and lack of transparency in the *Promotion Policy*. Key outcomes from the meeting: - Management agreed to meet the unions within a week to discuss possible *modifications to the Transfer Policy*. - Unions demanded greater *transparency in promotions*, including the release of interview and group discussion scores. - Concerns were also raised over the **misuse of disciplinary actions*. The next conciliation meeting is scheduled for *May 26, 2025*. The unions remain alert and warned that the strike may still proceed if management issues orders before further talks. Union leaders urged members to stay united and prepared.