Bharat Bandh on 09 July 2025: Over 25 crore workers to participate in a nationwide strike protesting against labour laws, privatisation, and inflation. Find out what’s open, what’s closed, and why this bandh matters.
A massive Bharat Bandh (nationwide shutdown) has been announced for Tuesday, 09 July 2025, with over 25 crore workers expected to take part. The strike has been called by several major trade unions across the country to protest against the government’s labour policies and rising economic hardships faced by common people.
🔴 Why Is Bharat Bandh Happening?
This Bharat Bandh is not just a political protest—it is a call from workers, farmers, and employees from different sectors who are unhappy with the government’s policies.
Key reasons for the bandh include:
- New Labour Laws: Workers say the new labour codes reduce their rights and make jobs insecure.
- Privatisation: Protesters are against the sale of public sector companies to private firms.
- Inflation & Unemployment: Prices of daily essentials are rising, and job opportunities are decreasing.
- Cuts in Welfare Spending: Less government support for healthcare, education, and rural jobs.
The trade unions also want better wages, job security, and more budget for social schemes like MGNREGA, which gives jobs in rural areas.
✊ Who Is Supporting the Bharat Bandh?
Many powerful national-level trade unions are supporting this strike, including:
- INTUC
- AITUC
- CITU
- HMS
- SEWA
- AIUTUC
- AICCTU
- TUCC
- LPF
- UTUC
Farmers’ groups like the Samyukta Kisan Morcha have also joined hands in support of the protest.
🚫 Which Services May Be Disrupted in Bharat Bandh?
If you live in any major city or town, you may see some of these services affected during the Bharat Bandh:
- Banking services (ATMs may run dry, bank branches may remain closed)
- Postal and courier services
- Public transport like buses and taxis
- Railway services may be delayed in some areas
- Mining, coal, and steel plants
- Government offices may see low attendance
- Electricity departments, with lakhs of power workers expected to join the strike
In Kerala, some private buses have already stopped operating a day before the bandh. However, state-run KSRTC buses are still functional as of now.
✅ What Will Stay Open in Bharat Bandh?
Not everything will be shut. Here’s what is likely to remain open:
- Schools and colleges (unless the local administration decides to close them)
- Hospitals and emergency services
- Stock markets (NSE, BSE) will function normally
- Online services and e-commerce
- Private offices, although employees may face difficulty commuting
📢 What Are the Protesters Demanding?
The strike is based on a 17-point demand list which includes:
- Rollback of new labour codes
- Stop privatisation of public companies
- Control rising prices and inflation
- Increase jobs and support for the unemployed
- More spending on education and health
- Strengthen MGNREGA and extend it to urban areas
- Ensure fair wages and pension rights
- Improve social security schemes
🗣️ What Union Leaders Are Saying
- Amarjeet Kaur (AITUC) said:
“More than 25 crore workers are united. This is not just a worker protest—it’s a people’s protest.” - Harbhajan Singh Sidhu (HMS) said:
“This strike is to protect our rights. We won’t allow policies that hurt workers and farmers.”
📆 Similar Past Protests
This is not the first Bharat Bandh. Similar nationwide strikes have been organized in:
- November 2020
- March 2022
- February 2024
Each time, lakhs to crores of workers have participated to raise their voice against job loss, price rise, and poor worker protection.
🛑 Final Advice for Citizens
If you’re planning to step out on 09 July, here are some tips:
- Finish your banking work a day before
- Avoid unnecessary travel
- Keep some cash in hand in case ATMs don’t work
- Stock up on daily essentials
- Stay updated with local news for transport and service updates
Conclusion
The Bharat Bandh on 09 July 2025 is set to be one of the largest strikes in India’s recent history. Over 25 crore people will be raising their voices for better working conditions, job security, and economic justice. Whether you support or oppose the strike, it’s clear that millions of Indians are deeply concerned about the path the country’s labour and economic policies are taking.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
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Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article is based on publicly available news reports and official announcements as of the date of publication. The intent is to inform readers about the Bharat Bandh scheduled on 09 July 2025. The article does not promote or support any political, social, or union-based movement. Readers are advised to verify updates from official government and local sources before making any travel or business decisions. The author and publisher are not responsible for any losses, disruptions, or inconvenience caused due to actions taken based on this article.