Bharat Bandh on July 9: 25 Crore Workers Strike Against Anti-Labor, Anti-Farmer Policies

India is set to witness a historic Bharat Bandh, with over 25 crore workers from sectors including banking, insurance, coal mining, highways, and construction participating in a nationwide strike. Announced today, this general strike, organized by 10 central trade unions such as the All India Trade Union Congress and Hind Mazdoor Sabha, protests the government’s policies deemed anti-labor, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate. 

Nationwide Strike to Protest against Govt Policies

The trade unions have accused the government of implementing labor codes that undermine workers’ rights, promoting privatization that threatens job security, and neglecting farmers’ demands for fair pricing and loan waivers. Policies favoring corporate interests over small-scale industries and rural communities have further fueled the unrest. The coalition, representing both organized and unorganized sectors, has rallied workers to disrupt operations, signaling a unified stand against measures they claim weaken India’s economic and social fabric. The inclusion of farmers’ groups amplifies the strike’s scope, merging urban and rural grievances.

Bharat Band to disrupt Banking, Transport

Labor organizations have been mobilizing extensively, holding meetings in states like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and West Bengal to ensure the bandh’s success. Workers in essential services, including public transport, banking, and coal production, are expected to join, potentially causing widespread disruptions. ATMs, train services, and highway operations may face significant delays, affecting millions of commuters and businesses. The unions have urged peaceful protests but emphasized their resolve to halt work, aiming to pressure the government into addressing their demands for fair labor laws and agricultural reforms.

Over 25 Crore Workers Unite for Bandh

The Bharat Bandh represents a critical moment for India’s labor and farming communities, showcasing their collective strength. As preparations intensify, the nation braces for a day of standstill that could reshape policy discussions. With essential services at risk, the government faces mounting pressure to engage with the unions and farmers to avert further escalation and restore trust in its economic vision.