Qaumi Insaf Morcha Calls 7‑Hour Punjab Bandh, Schools and Highways Closed
· India · Hindustan Times, The Hindu, Indian Express
A bandh organized by the Qaumi Insaf Morcha will be observed today across Punjab. The shutdown is scheduled to last for seven hours and will include the closure of schools and major highways. Tight security has been deployed at the Chandigarh‑Mohali border points to manage the expected disruptions. The authorities have warned that additional disturbances are likely during the bandh period.
Why it matters
Students, commuters and transport operators in Punjab will face halted travel and lost instructional time, while businesses may see reduced activity during the shutdown. Security deployments aim to prevent unrest but may cause further inconvenience for residents.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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