The Changing Scenario of the Banking Industry and Women Empowerment Over Four Decades By Lokesh Mishra, Secretary, AIBOBOU Over the past four decades, the banking industry has undergone significant transformations, particularly concerning the role and representation of women. As women empowerment has been fervently championed, the demographic composition of the workforce in banks has seen a substantial shift, with women entering the sector in sizable numbers. #### Early Stages: Low Female Representation and Sensitivity in Trade Unions In the initial years, the presence of women in banking jobs was minimal. This was a time when trade unions were acutely aware of the challenges faced by female employees, especially in balancing their dual responsibilities at work and home. Recognizing the unique difficulties faced by women, especially regarding relocations, banks often exempted female officers from lateral transfers, particularly those involving inter-region or inter-zonal moves. T...