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SBI employee retires after years of service, emotional farewell video goes viral

A heartfelt retirement video of an SBI employee from a Kerala branch went viral.

Published on: Mar 10, 2026 4:58 PM IST
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A retirement video of an employee of the State Bank of India has gone viral on social media, capturing a heartfelt moment from her final day at work.

Viral video showed an SBI employee retiring as colleagues in Kerala gave her a warm farewell at the branch. (Instagram/usreshma)
Viral video showed an SBI employee retiring as colleagues in Kerala gave her a warm farewell at the branch. (Instagram/usreshma)

The video was shared on Instagram by one of her colleagues, Reshma, who is also an artist.

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The footage was reportedly filmed at an SBI branch in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram. It shows the elderly employee quietly completing her last tasks at her computer before colleagues gather around to mark the special occasion.

A quiet end to a long career

In the video, the woman is seen finishing her work on the system, reflecting the calm routine that has likely defined years of service. Soon after, her colleagues join her to celebrate the moment.

The clip shows the employee posing for photographs with fellow staff members while receiving gifts and warm wishes. As part of the farewell ceremony, the branch manager also presents her with a certificate recognising her service.

“Happy retirement,” read the caption of the post shared by Reshma.

Watch the clip here:

Internet reacts with heartfelt messages

The video prompted several heartwarming reactions online, with many social media users sharing messages of appreciation and nostalgia.

One user wrote, “This is so wholesome. After giving so many years to the job, she truly deserves such a beautiful send off.” Another said, “Watching this made me emotional. Our parents have spent their entire lives working quietly like this.”

A third user commented, “Respect for all the bank employees who dedicate decades of their lives to public service.” Another wrote, “Her smile says everything. Retirement must feel both emotional and peaceful.”

Several viewers also reflected on the passage of time and the value of workplace bonds. One comment read, “This is why colleagues become family over the years.” Another user said, “Such moments remind us that a career is not just about work but about relationships built along the way.”

(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)

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