Nationwide Shutdown on August 21: What to Expect and What Will Remain Open

A 'Bharat Bandh' or nationwide shutdown has been called by the SC-ST Samyukta Sangharsh Samiti on August 21 to protest against a recent Supreme Court ruling. Here's what you need to know.

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Nationwide Shutdown on August 21: What to Expect and What Will Remain Open
Real Estate Mumbai:A 'Bharat Bandh' or nationwide shutdown has been called by the SC-ST Samyukta Sangharsh Samiti on Wednesday, August 21, to mark dissent against a recent Supreme Court ruling that allows states to create sub-categorisation within Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) reservations.

The SC-ST Samyukta Sangharsh Samiti, which has issued the bandh call, is an umbrella body representing various SC and ST groups. The outfit is considered to have a significant influence in the state of Rajasthan.

The Samiti said it would hold a peaceful demonstration, the Times of India reported. The Rajasthan unit of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) will also hold demonstrations on Wednesday in support of the shutdown, the publication added.

Notably, an apex court bench had, on August 1, ruled that states can create sub-categorisation within SC and ST reservations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the reason behind the Bharat Bandh call?

The Bharat Bandh call has been issued by the SC-ST Samyukta Sangharsh Samiti to protest against a recent Supreme Court ruling that allows states to create sub-categorisation within Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) reservations.

Which services will remain open during the shutdown?

All essential and emergency services such as medical, drinking water, educational institutions, public transport, rail services, fuel pumps, electricity, and banks will remain open.

Will the shutdown call have a pan-India impact?

The impact of the shutdown call is likely to be felt in Rajasthan, where the Samiti has a significant influence. However, it is unclear whether the shutdown call will have a pan-India impact.

Who is supporting the shutdown call?

The Rajasthan unit of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) will also hold demonstrations on Wednesday in support of the shutdown.

What is the expected impact of the shutdown call on industries?

The impact of the shutdown call on industries remains to be seen. However, in the past, such shutdown calls have had a significant impact on the functioning of various industries, including transportation and logistics.

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