Bharat Bandh 2024: Know Why People Are Protesting


By Anshika Verma21, Aug 2024 12:22 PMjagranjosh.com

Bharat Bandh today

On 21st August 2024, a nationwide strike called ‘Bharat Bandh’ is taking place. People are protesting after Supreme Court's ruling on ST/SC reservations. Tap to read the details.

Reservation Bachao

The protest is called by the Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti, which is supposed by SC/ST groups mainly from Rajasthan.

Law enforcement

These law enforcement agencies are preparing plans to stop this Bharat Bnadh protest. Rajasthan police have been instructed to maintain discipline and order with local organisations.

Organise meetings

They have decided to organise meetings with such groups calling for the Bharat bandh with market associations to facilitate better cooperation.

Supreme Court’s decision

In this decision, they decided to exclude the SC/ST quota, which has sparked controversy and led to this call for a protest.

peaceful demonstrations

The Police have decided and directed to increase deployment and coordinate with local SC/ST outfits that will ensure a peaceful situation.

Emergency services

Emergency services like ambulances would remain operational whereas public transport and private offices would work on a functional basis.

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