In Pics | Bharat Bandh observed in India to protest farm lawsThe Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), leading the agitation against the contentious farm laws, has called for a complete Bharat Bandh today to mark the four months of farmers' protest. Here's a look at the nationwide shutdown.
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In Pics | Bharat Bandh observed in India to protest farm laws. Credit: PTI Photo
The SKM called for a Bharat Bandh from 6 am to 6 pm, wherein all road and rail transport, markets and other public places were shut across the country. This picture shows people protesting in front of a closed Punjab National Bank branch in Jalandhar. Credit: PTI Photo
Trade unions from organised and unorganised sectors, and transport and other associations have extended their support for the 'Bharat Bandh' call, according to farm leaders. Pictured is the Thikri Wala Chowk in Patiala, deserted due to the Bharat Bandh. Credit: PTI Photo
The SKM has also appealed to protesting farmers to be peaceful and not get involved in any kind of illegitimate debate and conflict during the 'bandh'. The image shows buses parked at a terminal in Vijaywada to observe the nationwide strike. Credit: PTI Photo
Supporters of farmers are seen during the 'Bharat Bandh' call in Jalandhar. The major impact of the 'Bharat Bandh' was felt in Haryana and Punjab. Credit: PTI Photo
Left-wing and Samjukta Kisan Morcha activists staged a protest in support of the nationwide strike in Ranchi. Credit: PTI Photo
Apart from repealing the three farm laws, the demands of the protesting union include cancellation of all police cases against farmers. Pictured a locked bus terminal in Patiala. Credit: PTI Photo
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supporters are seen stopping police personnel during a nationwide strike in Patna. However, emergency services like ambulance and fire are allowed during the nationwide shutdown. Credit: PTI Photo