What's Open, What's Closed, and Why 25 Crore Workers Are Protesting

What’s Open What’s Closed and Why 25 Crore Workers Are Protesting

Live Overview & Key Disruptions Over 25 crore workers from government sectors—including banking, postal, coal mining, power distribution, and transport—are taking part in the nationwide Bharat Bandh since early this morning Central trade unions have launched the strike to oppose policies perceived as “anti-worker, anti-farmer and pro-corporate”, particularly new labour reforms and privatisation initiatives  Banking…

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Bharat Bandh On July 9: Who Called It, What's Open, What's Closed

Bharat Bandh on July 9 Impact, Reasons, and What Will Stay Open

Over 25 crore workers from key government sectors like banking, postal services, mining, construction, and public transport are preparing for a nationwide general strike, popularly known as Bharat Bandh, scheduled for Wednesday, July 9. This massive protest is expected to cause major disruptions across public services, although schools and private businesses are likely to operate…

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