Jharkhand students' protests LIVE: Normal life hit in parts of State as BJP enforces bandh
Most schools and business establishments remained closed, while vehicular movement was very low in the state capital Ranchi and several other cities
On August 11, 2026, parts of Jharkhand experienced disrupted normalcy as the BJP enforced a state-wide bandh, protesting police actions against job aspirants during their march to the state assembly the day before. Schools and businesses in Jharkhand's capital, Ranchi, and many other cities remained closed, with vehicular movement remaining minimal.
The demonstration, which began on August 10, was sparked by alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and calls for a CBI inquiry to address the situation. The shutdown, which lasted from 8 a.m. to midnight, was observed outside essential services, according to BJP state president Aditya Sahu. The BJP accused the JMM-led government of using force against students, while the opposition leader Rahul Gandhi condemned the police action.
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