LIVE Updates | Punjab Bandh On 9 August 2023: Protestors Block Jalandhar-Hoshiarpur Highway Near Rama Mandi

Live Updates | Punjab Bandh On 9 August 2023: To draw attention to Manipur, the Dalit and Christian groups will organize a state-wide Punjab bandh. The Meitei community, which makes up 52% of the population of Manipur, wanted to be added to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) list, which sparked turmoil in the state. Following this, attacks between members of the Meiti and Kuki communities broke out, leading to widespread bloodshed in Manipur. In addition, a lack of available land in Manipur is a key problem that has led to serious tensions between various communities.

Punjab Bandh On 9 August 2023 Live Updates

Punjab Bandh On 9 August 2023 Live Updates: Following the announcement of the Punjab bandh made on Tuesday by the Christian community in protest of the alleged incapacity of the Center to quell the bloodshed in Manipur, normalcy is likely to be disrupted on Today (Wednesday, 09-Aug-2023). The bandh's effects are anticipated to be felt, given that Doaba's dominant Ravidassia and Valmiki populations have voiced their support. Almost all significant crossroads in cities and satellite towns will host demonstrations, and some highways are likely to be blocked as well, according to their announcement.

The majority of market associations in Jalandhar have already made plans to close their stores. The majority of school officials are debating whether to open the schools or not because the administration has not declared any holidays at any educational institutions. Additionally, the Diocese of Jullundur reiterated its support for the bandh request. Given that the situation in Manipur has not significantly improved as of yet, Apostolic Administrator Bishop Agnelo Gracias wrote, "The Diocese certainly supports the bandh." He also subtly urged every institution to keep the doors closed for the sake of the students' safety. Meanwhile, a holiday has already been declared for tomorrow at all missionary schools in the state.

Punjab has now been affected by the violence in Manipur, which has caused instability and stress throughout the country. The disturbance that started on May 3 has now expanded to Punjab. The Balmiki Tiger Force, Satguru Kabir Tiger Force, and Ravidassia Youth Foundation, which represents the Ravidassia and Valmiki communities, have joined forces to support and call for a Punjab bandh on August 9. In a joint statement, the chairman of the Revolutionary Marxist Party of India, the conveners of the Communist Coordination Committee, and members of the Polit Bureau of the Marxist Communist Party of India-United called for the immediate removal of the chief minister of Manipur in order to restore calm and normalcy to the state.

09 August 2023

15:52 IST

Punjab Bandh Latest Updates

The Ferozepur district saw the effects of the Punjab bandh call as well, with many businesses remaining closed. Protesters in Moga announced they would urge store owners to keep their doors closed in opposition to the violence in Manipur.

15:47 IST

Punjab 'Shut Down' Call

Several markets in Jalandhar were closed, and at the city's Kapurthala chowk, members of the Dalit and Christian communities held a "dharna." According to officials, police were stationed near Rama Mandi and Nakodar Chowk.

12:15 IST

Punjab Bandh: Protests In Jalandhar, Ferozepur, And Moga

To protest the violence in Manipur, a number of Christian and Dalit organizations called for a "Punjab bandh" on Wednesday. These organizations organized protests in Jalandhar, Ferozepur, and Moga, among other locations.

12:11 IST

Punjab Bandh Today: Reason Behind 'Shut Down' Call

The ethnic unrest that started on May 3 in Manipur is part of a larger, continuing issue that has sparked the bandh movement. After a "Tribal Solidarity March," organized by hill districts to oppose the Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) designation, there was rioting. With over 160 people killed and hundreds more injured, the call for a bandh reverberates as a forceful cry for justice and greater awareness.

12:06 IST

Punjab Bandh News: Bus, Train Services Unaffected 

Up until 11.00 a.m., the region's bus and train services remained unaffected. There was no evidence of any attempt to interfere with the highways or public transportation.

11:35 IST

Punjab Bandh: Heavy Force Deployed In Amritsar

According to police authorities, the Punjab Police has sent a sizable police force to Amritsar in response to calls for a bandh and demonstrations by the local SC and Christian communities over the Manipur issue, in order to maintain a calm and stable environment. To preserve peace and order throughout the protest, the police have deployed about 100 officers in each zone. Amristar SP Harjit Singh said that "We will ensure that no violence occurs during this protest" while speaking to ANI.

11:25 IST

Punjab Bandh Today: Difficulties For Travelers

This morning, Jalandhar is experiencing the effects of the Punjab bandh. In fact, following the violence in Manipur, members of the Christian groups, Ravidassia and Valmiki communities have blocked the city's main road and square with a motorbike and a rope, causing major difficulties for travelers. The markets also appear to have shut down entirely.

11:09 IST

         Punjab Bandh News

The Punjab bandh also received the backing of the Bahujan Samaj Party, Communist Coordination Committee which includes the Revolutionary Marxist Party of India and Marxist Communist Party of India-United.

10:51 IST

          Punjab Bandh Live Update

Police took out flag marches in different areas of the city to maintain peace and law

10:35 IST

  Punjab Bandh LIVE Updates

The fuel outlets and local stores will continue to function, except in areas where there is a high risk of disturbance due to the protest.

10:17 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Update: Mixed Response To Bandh So Far

The bandh call has evoked a mixed effect in different districts. While Bathinda, Moga and Faridkot saw little or no impact of the bandh, Ferozepur has a massive participation in the bandh.

09:51 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates 

The complete shut down call against the violence in Manipur received a huge response in the Doaba districts

09:22 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates: Timings Of Bandh 

On August 9, the Dalit and Christian communities will jointly hold a state-wide Bandh. They declared the Punjab Bandh and formed the Manipur Insaf Morcha at a press conference at the Press Club of Jalandhar. The president of the Manipur Insaf Morcha, Surjit Thapar, said that the protest would be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on August 9.

09:03 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates: Jalandhar Market Association To Close Shops

Due to the expected severity of the bandh, the market associations in Jalandhar have decided to close their shops on today.

08:54 IST

Punjab Bandh News Live Updates

Fuel retail outlets are likely to remain operational. However, they may have to shut down in areas where there is a possibility of major demonstrations. Local shops are expected to be open, while shops in markets and malls are likely to be closed to avoid any trouble.

08:24 IST

Punjab Bandh Live News Updates

The protest will take place at major junctions of urban and suburban areas. Some roads may face disruptions due to barricades.

08:21 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates: Markets, Highways To Remain Closed

Markets and highways will be closed in Punjab in view of the bandh.

08:05 IST

Punjab Bandh Today: Reason Behind Strike

This demonstration is in response to a distressing occurrence that was documented on a video on May 4. In the video, a group of guys were seen parading two Manipur women representing various communities while they were both naked. The bandh campaign is in response to the ethnic violence that started on May 3 in Manipur

07:50 IST

Punjab Bandh News Updates: Government Departments To Remain Open

Amidst the bandh call, government departments will open as usual in Punjab

07:31 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates: Flag March By Police In Amritsar 

The police took out a flag march across the city after the announcement of the Punjab bandh by the Christian and Valmiki communities on August 9. This is being done in view of the Punjab bandh, but the police is calling it a security arrangement in view of Republic Day, media reports claimed.

07:19 IST

Punjab Bandh News Live Updates: Christian Community To Demostrate Carrying Bible

People of the Christian community to demostrate on the streets with the holy book Bible in their hands. 

07:12 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates: 'Bandh To Be Completely Peaceful', Claim Organisation

All the communities that have called for bandh say that their bandh will be completely peaceful. No one will create a ruckus during their shutdown.

06:54 IST

Punjab Bandh Updates: Government Schools To Remain Open

Government schools will remain open as usual. The government has issued a letter late night saying that government schools will not be closed.

06:52 IST

Jalandhar Bandh Live Updates: Heavy Police Force To Be Deployed

Heavy police force will be deployed to maintain law and order. Ambulances, medicine shops, army vehicles, vehicles of mourners heading for cremation will not be stopped. Essential services will continue.

06:49 IST

Punjab Bandh Live Updates: Demostrators To Block Key Roads

By demonstrating on the highway and internal roads of the city, there will be a demand for action against the perpetrators of the Manipur incident and justice for the victims.

06:23 IST

Punjab Bandh Live News: Schools To Remain Closed

Most of the schools in Punjab have declared a holiday at their level on Wednesday in view of security. However, the government has not yet issued any order in this regard

00:05 IST

Punjab Bandh Today: Reason Behind Strike

This demonstration is in response to a distressing occurrence that was documented on a video on May 4. In the video, a group of guys were seen parading two Manipur women representing various communities while they were both naked. The bandh campaign is in response to the ethnic violence that started on May 3 in Manipur. After the hill districts organized a "Tribal Solidarity March" to oppose the Meitei community's application for Scheduled Tribe (ST) designation, violence broke out. The Bandh campaign strikes a strong chord as a call for awareness and justice.

23:45 IST

'Punjab Closed' Call: Timings Of Bandh

On August 9, the Dalit and Christian groups will organize this state-wide Bandh together. Both communities held a press conference at the Press Club of Jalandhar, where they proclaimed the Punjab Bandh and founded the Manipur Insaf Morcha. Surjit Thapar, the Manipur Insaf Morcha's president, announced that the protest would take place on August 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

23:43 IST

Punjab Bandh: Hospitals, Banking Sector

Hospital and fire department emergency services will continue to run according to schedule. Unless a closure order is issued, the government and private banks will probably be open tomorrow. The bandh call may have prevented some employees from reporting to work, or they may have had some travel problems. Therefore, there may be a staffing shortage.

23:39 IST

Punjab Closed Tomorrow: Petrol Pumps, Retail Stores

Fuel retail stores are probably going to stay open. In locations where there could be significant protests, the gas stations might be required to close. Local stores are probably going to stay open, while stores in markets and retail centers are probably going to stay closed in order to prevent undesirable situations.

23:22 IST

Punjab Bandh News: Make Prudent Travel Plans

Since no orders have been issued to suspend the services, public transit, including state highway buses and trains, will continue to run as usual. However, it's likely that commuters may have to wait for a while because the bandh call may cause fewer buses, cars, and taxis to be on the road than on previous days. Additionally, it's conceivable that some highways will be stopped as a result of protests that have an impact on transportation. Consequently, if you intend to travel, make prudent travel plans.

23:16 IST

Punjab Strike: Movements Suspended Till 5

Surjit Thapar, the president of the Manipur Mizo Insaf Morcha, made the bandh announcement and stated that the movement will be suspended in the state on August 9, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

23:15 IST

Punjab Bandh Latest News: Schools Closed Tomorrow

In support of the people of Manipur, who have been demonstrating against racial violence and atrocities against women, the state administration has decided to close all schools in the state on August 9, 2023.