India faces disruptions as Bharat Bandh hits transport, schools
India is seeing major disruptions today as trade unions and farmers' groups hold a nationwide strike, or Bharat Bandh.
They're protesting new labor codes that replace older laws, along with bills on seeds and electricity, and are calling for better job security plus the return of MGNREGA jobs.
Transport, schools, and jobs under the spotlight
The strike is hitting different states in unique ways—Odisha faces near-total shutdowns, Assam's cities are mostly closed, Kerala has schools and busses off the roads, while Punjab may see massive participation, and officials reported reduced government office attendance in some areas.
While essential services like hospitals and emergency services are expected to function, metros are subject to local administration decisions, and banks and public transport have taken a hit.
This means daily routines for commuters and students are disrupted—and it highlights growing concerns about job security and workers' rights in India right now.