Bharat Bandh to Hit Services: 25 Crore Workers Oppose Anti-Farmer Reforms

India faces a massive Bharat Bandh as 10 central trade unions unite, mobilizing over 25 crore workers to protest government policies. The strike, targeting sectors like banking, postal services, coal mining, insurance, electricity, and construction, aims to challenge reforms perceived as detrimental to workers and farmers. This unprecedented show of solidarity reflects deep frustration with the Centre’s economic and labor policies, signaling a critical moment in India’s socio-political landscape.

Workers Protest Anti-Farmer Policies

Banks, post offices, and public utilities will likely see halted operations, while coal and mining industries may grind to a standstill. Construction and electricity sectors, vital to daily functioning, will also be affected as workers join the protest. The scale of participation underscores the widespread discontent among laborers, who see their livelihoods threatened by policies favoring corporate interests over public welfare.

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Central Trade Unions Call Bharat Bandh

The trade unions have accused the government of implementing anti-worker and anti-farmer measures, including privatization of public sector enterprises and labor code reforms that weaken job security and bargaining rights. Farmers, too, are rallying behind the unions, citing agricultural policies that prioritize corporate gains over small-scale farmers’ interests. The unions argue that these reforms erode hard-won rights, pushing workers and farmers into economic precarity while benefiting a select few.

Over 25 Crore Workers Oppose Anti-Farmer Reforms

The Bharat Bandh represents a powerful collective stand against perceived injustices. Union leaders have called for peaceful protests, urging workers to demonstrate unity without resorting to violence. The strike also aims to pressure the government into revisiting its policies and engaging in dialogue with stakeholders. As India braces for disruptions, the Bandh highlights the urgent need for policies that prioritize the welfare of workers and farmers, ensuring equitable growth in a rapidly changing economy.