Bharat Bandh Today: Will Schools and Colleges Stay Open? Check What’s Shutting Down

Bharat Bandh: A nationwide Bharat Bandh has been called for Wednesday, 9 July, by a coalition of 10 major central trade unions, supported by various farmers’ organisations. Trade unions and farmer groups from across the country are uniting to oppose reforms they consider unfair to the working class and beneficial mainly to large corporations. 

The strike is being held in protest of what the organisers describe as the Union government’s “pro-corporate” policies, which they believe have weakened workers' rights, ignored farmers’ concerns, and increased economic inequality. 

Over 25 crore people, including farmers and labourers from rural areas, are expected to participate in the strike. In addition, more than 27 lakh workers from the power sector are also likely to join the protest. 

Which Services Are Likely to Be Affected? 

The nationwide strike is expected to disrupt several essential public services and industries. According to Harbhajan Singh Sidhu of the Hind Mazdoor Sabha, sectors such as banking, postal services, coal mining, factories, and state-run transport are likely to be severely impacted. 

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Will Schools and Colleges Be Closed? 

Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are set to observe a full shutdown on 9 July due to the Bharat Bandh. Educational institutions in these regions, including schools and colleges, will remain closed as public transport services are likely to be disrupted. Updates from other states are awaited.  

Bharat Bandh on 9 July 2025: What’s Open and What’s Likely to Be Affected 

Here’s a fresh list of services and their expected status during the nationwide strike: 

• Schools and Colleges: 

Closed in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry; status in other states may vary. 

• Banks: 

Likely to be affected, especially public sector banks. 

• Public Transport (Bus, Train, Auto): 

Possible disruptions in several regions. 

• Metro Services: 

Expected to run normally in most cities. 

• Flights and Airports: 

No major impact is expected; operations are likely to continue as usual. 

• Postal Services: 

May face delays or closures. 

• Shops and Markets: 

Largely expected to remain open, though some local closures are possible. 

• Government Offices: 

Most will remain open; attendance may be affected. 

• Private Offices and Companies: 

Expected to operate normally. 

• Hospitals and Emergency Services: 

Fully functional and not affected by the strike. 

• Internet and Mobile Services: 

Will remain unaffected.