BPEF Strike Notice
Labour Commissioner Schedules Conciliation Meeting on BPEF Strike Notice – Hearing Fixed for 21 July 2026
📌 Latest Update
The Office of the Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), Ministry of Labour and Employment has scheduled a conciliation meeting on 21 July 2026 following the strike notice served by the Bhartiya Postal Employees Federation (BPEF). The Federation has proposed a one-day strike on 05 August 2026 and an indefinite strike from 18 August 2026.
As per the official communication dated 10 July 2026, the Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) has initiated conciliation proceedings after receiving the strike notice submitted by the Bhartiya Postal Employees Federation (BPEF) against the Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications.
📋 Background
The Federation had submitted a strike notice dated 05 June 2026 proposing industrial action over its pending demands. The matter has now been referred for conciliation in an effort to arrive at an amicable settlement before the proposed strike dates.
📢 Proposed Strike Schedule
- 🗓 One-Day Strike: 05 August 2026
- 🗓 Indefinite Strike: From 18 August 2026
📅 Conciliation Meeting Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment |
| Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 AM |
| Venue | Shramev Jayate Bhawan, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi |
🎯 Purpose of the Conciliation
The conciliation proceedings have been scheduled with the objective of resolving the dispute through mutual discussions between the Department of Posts and the Bhartiya Postal Employees Federation.
- Explore an amicable settlement.
- Hear both parties before the proposed strike.
- Review documents and representations submitted by both sides.
- Attempt to avoid industrial action through dialogue.
📑 Important Direction
Both the Federation and the Department of Posts have been requested to attend the meeting personally or through an authorized representative along with all relevant records and documents. Written comments or representations may also be submitted before or on the date of hearing.
⚖️ Industrial Relations Code, 2020
The communication also reminds both parties about their obligations under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, particularly the provisions governing workers, trade unions and employers during conciliation proceedings.
📌 What Happens Next?
The outcome of the conciliation meeting scheduled for 21 July 2026 will play an important role in determining whether the issues can be resolved amicably or whether the Federation proceeds with its proposed strike programme in August 2026.
📢 Postal Employees Should Note
- Conciliation meeting is scheduled on 21 July 2026.
- One-day strike has been proposed for 05 August 2026.
- Indefinite strike has been proposed from 18 August 2026.
- Further developments will depend on the outcome of the conciliation proceedings.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who issued the latest communication?
The Office of the Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), Ministry of Labour & Employment.
2. Which federation has served the strike notice?
The strike notice was served by the Bhartiya Postal Employees Federation (BPEF).
3. When is the conciliation meeting?
The meeting is scheduled on 21 July 2026 at 11:00 AM.
4. What are the proposed strike dates?
One-day strike on 05 August 2026 and an indefinite strike from 18 August 2026.
5. Has the strike been confirmed?
No. The matter is currently under conciliation proceedings. Any final decision will depend on the outcome of discussions between the parties.
📌 Disclaimer
This article is prepared based on the official communication issued by the Office of the Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central). The proposed strike is subject to the outcome of the conciliation proceedings. Readers are advised to follow official communications issued by the Department of Posts and the concerned Federation for further updates.