Bharat Bandh Alert: Will Banks, Schools & Public Transport Remain Open Today?

On February 12, there will be a Bharat Bandh across India. This is a protest called by a group of central trade unions and supported by many farmer groups. The union has warned that many people from different sectors will join the strike to protest the new labor codes and other policy issues. Amarjeet Kaur, the general secretary of the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC), told PTI that at least 30 crore workers will take part in the strike on February 12.

What is still closed on Bharat Bandh February 12?

Banks: The strike call has been joined by employee unions, which could affect the work of public sector banks. The All India Bank Employees' Association (AIBEA), the Bank Employees Federation of India (BEFI), and the All Bank Officers Association (AIBOA) have all asked their members to join the protest.

Public transportation: Bus and local transportation services may be affected in places where protests or roadblocks are happening. Buses run by KSRTC and private companies in Kerala are likely to be affected.

Markets and stores: Stores and businesses in areas affected by the protests may stay closed.

Schools and colleges: Some schools, especially in Karnataka, Kerala, West Bengal, and Odisha, may cancel classes if the weather is bad.

Because of the bandh, schools, banks, and government offices are expected to stay closed or only be able to do a limited amount of work in some states.

Bharat Bandh Today: A list of services that will stay open

Even though there is a strike, most parts of the country should still be able to get basic services.

The hospital, emergency services, and ambulances should all work without any problems.

Airports and railways should run on time, but there may be small delays.

It is also expected that power, water, and fire services will work.

Online services and private offices may also be open.

Before going to banks or government offices, people should check local announcements. In some cities, especially where protests are planned, transportation may be delayed or blocked.

What is the reason for Bharat Bandh today?

A group of central trade unions and a farmers' group have called for the strike. Protesters are worried about the labor codes, wage issues, the India-US trade deal, and privatization, which they say could hurt workers and farmers.

Union leaders say that participation could come from many different areas, and millions of workers are expected to join protests and work stoppages all over the country.