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What is Bharat Bandh on July 9 and Why Now?

A massive Bharat Bandh is underway today, July 9, 2025, led by 10 central trade unions along with farmer and rural worker groups. The protest targets the government’s policies, labeled by organizers as “pro-corporate, anti-worker and anti-farmer” . Over 25 crore workers are expected to participate, marking one of the largest general strikes in the nation’s history .


🔥 The Key Demands on the Table

The unions have presented a 17-point charter of demands, including:


🏫 Schools, Colleges & Government Offices

Contrary to earlier bandhs, most educational institutions and private offices remain open. However, states like Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and some West Bengal districts have imposed closures due to anticipated transportation and security issues .


🚗 Travel & Commuter Alerts

Expect delays due to roadblocks and rail track sit-ins, especially in places like Jadavpur (W.B.) and Bhubaneswar (Odisha) . Kerala state transport is operating normally despite the bandh . Citizens are advised to check local updates and plan routes accordingly.


🏛️ Political Presence & Notable Events

Opposition leaders, including those from the INDIA bloc, are joining protests—highlighting grievances against schemes like Special Intensive Voter Revision in Bihar. Protesters in Kolkata blocked tracks and set fires in some areas .


⏳ Historical Context

This is India’s 22nd nationwide general strike since liberalization in 1991, led by the same coalition of 10 central trade unions .


✅ What You Should Do Today

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