Bharat Bandh 2024: What’s open and closed on August 21? Important information for schools, colleges, markets, metro services, and more

On August 21, 2024, India witnessed a nationwide Bharat Bandh organized by the Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti in response to a Supreme Court ruling on SC/ST reservations. The ruling allowed states to create sub-categories within these groups, sparking controversy. Authorities heightened alert levels, with potential disruptions in markets, transport, and possible impact on daily life.