The statewide protest known as “Bharat Bandh” was planned on August 21 by Dalit and Adivasi organization’s in response to a recent Supreme Court decision regarding SC/ST reservations. They wanted more protection and representation for populations who were marginalized.
All the educational institutions will remain closed in seven districts of Rajasthan on August 21 in the wake of the Bharat Bandh call given by the Aarakshan Bachao Sangharsh Samiti.
The shutdown will be witnessed in the districts of Jaipur, Alwar, Dausa, Sawai Madhopur, Deeg, Jaisalmer and Bharatpur.
Kota University examinations have also been postponed.
Congress and Scheduled Caste-Tribe Sanyukt Sangharsh Samiti have also supported the Bharat Bandh.
Aarakshan Bachao Sangharsh Samiti has formed 25 units for the Jaipur bandh, which will ask traders to shut down their shops. A rally will also be held by the bandh supporters.
Rajasthan’s DGP, UR Sahoo, has instructed district Superintendents of Police to maintain order and engage with local organization’s. “We have asked our officials to organize meetings with groups calling for the bandhand with market associations to facilitate better cooperation,” said Sahoo.
In Jaipur, Police Commissioner Biju George Joseph has already initiated dialogue with groups supporting the strike. The authorities are taking proactive measures to prevent any potential conflicts or disruptions during the protest.
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Source: TOI
