Published 20:53 IST, February 15th 2024

Bharat Bandh: Are Banks, Offices And Metros Shut in Bengaluru?

Bharat Bandh is scheduled for Feb 16, affecting major roads throughout the country. Check complete breakdown of what will remain open and closed in Bengaluru.

Reported by: Isha Bhandari
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New Delhi: In anticipation of Bharat Bandh called by farmer associations and unions, including Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), citizens are urged to be aware of schedule and its impact across nation, including Bengaluru. Bharat Bandh is set to take place on February 16, 2024, starting from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. ditionally, a Chakka Jam is scheduled from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, affecting major ros throughout country. Here's a complete breakdown of what will remain open and closed during Bharat Bandh in Bengaluru. 

Services to be open in Bengaluru:

- Emergency services, including hospitals, medical shops, and ambulance services, will operate as usual.

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- Schools and colleges are expected to remain open, but students and parents are vised to stay in touch with school authorities for any updates.

As of w, re has been tification regarding closure of banks tomorrow, Feb 16 because of Bharat Bandh. holiday matrix of Reserve Bank of India also shows banks to be open.

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- Newspaper distribution, marri functions, and CBSE examinations will proceed as scheduled.

Services to be closed in Bengaluru:

- Public transport, including train and bus services, may experience disruptions due to Chakka Jam planned by farmers and potential participation from roway employees.

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- Private offices, rural works, vill shops, and rural industrial and service sector institutions are likely to remain closed.

- Essential services such as purchase and supply of vegetables and grains are expected to be affected.

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- Grain markets, rural industrial and private sector entities, and vegetable markets.

- Activities under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) are likely to halt.

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20:53 IST, February 15th 2024