Bihar Bandh Today: Why Student Groups Have Called a Statewide Shutdown on July 25 and What’s Likely To Remain Closed
A statewide Bihar Bandh has been called today, July 25, by student organisations led by the All India Students' Association (AISA), with support from opposition parties including the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Congress. The bandh has been called to protest against alleged examination paper leaks and the police lathicharge on student demonstrators.
A statewide Bihar Bandh has been called today, July 25, by student organisations led by the All India Students' Association (AISA), with support from opposition parties including the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Congress. The bandh has been called to protest against alleged examination paper leaks and the police lathicharge on student demonstrators.
The protest is expected to affect normal life in several districts, prompting the state administration to tighten security arrangements.
Why Has Bihar Bandh Been Called?
Student groups have alleged irregularities in competitive examinations due to repeated paper leaks and have demanded accountability from the government. The bandh also comes in response to police action against students protesting over the issue. Anna Hazare Backs Jantar Mantar Protest, Holds Silent Demonstration in Maharashtra (Video).
Opposition parties, including the RJD and Congress, have extended support to the shutdown, backing the students' demands for reforms in the examination system and action against those responsible for paper leaks.
Security Tightened Across Bihar
The Bihar government has deployed between 70,000 and 100,000 police personnel and paramilitary forces across the state to maintain law and order during the bandh. Authorities have also cancelled the leave of police personnel as a precautionary measure. Major Active Protests in India: Complete List and Demands.
What's Likely to Remain Closed?
As a preventive measure, educational institutions, including schools in several districts such as Aurangabad and Begusarai, have been ordered to remain closed. Public transport services may face disruptions in some areas due to road blockades and demonstrations, while commuters are advised to check local traffic updates before travelling.
Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and follow official advisories as the protest unfolds across the state.
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