Karnataka bundh affecting normal life

Today's (Friday) Karnataka Bandh called against the release of Cauvery water to Taminadu by Kannada  Activists is affecting normal life. Bandh stated at 6 am will conclude at 6 pm. There is no traffic movement in the main main roads and all shops and commercial establishments closed to support the Bandh. Scholls and Colleges closed as a precautionary measure. On September 26, farmers and other pro-Kannada groups called for a strike over the issue but received a partial response. Two days after the Bengaluru bandh (September 26), pro-Kannada groups have called for a Karnataka bandh from 6 am to 6 pm on September 29, opposing the sharing of Cauvery water with Tamil Nadu.
Pro-Kannada activist and former MLA Vatal Nagaraj said it will be a complete statewide shutdown. They are also planning a procession from Town Hall to Freedom Park in the city. The opposition BJP and JD(S) have also extended their support.While farmer outfits and pro-Kannada activists have threatened to block major highways in the state, Bengaluru city police have imposed Section 144 for 24 hours. On September 26, farmers and other pro-Kannada groups called for a strike over the issue but received a partial response.

#WATCH | Karnataka: Bengaluru Police detain members of pro-Kannada organisations, protesting over the Cauvery Water Issue. pic.twitter.com/3e1oDImTUV

— ANI (@ANI) September 29, 2023

The state government has declared a holiday for schools and colleges in Bengaluru and Mandya on September 29 due to bandh. However, some private schools have opted for online classes.Many companies have  instructed employees to work from home, and a significant number of people left the city on September 27 due to the extended holidays.

(Dr Mysi Pati, State Correspondent)