Bharat Bandh: Kerala, Assam, Odisha, West Bengal Face Major Disruptions

• Central trade unions launched a 24-hour nationwide strike (Bharat Bandh) to protest four labour codes and other policy decisions.
• Kerala experienced an almost complete shutdown with transport, commercial activity, banks, and government offices paralysed; schools and colleges suspended classes.
• Tamil Nadu saw disruptions in banking, insurance, and transport sectors, with trade unions participating and the DMK's WPA extending support.
• West Bengal and Odisha observed the strike with partial to major disruptions in public services, markets, and transport, especially in urban areas.
• Assam is expected to face total closures in urban/semi-urban areas, limited public transport, and reduced government office attendance due to strong union presence.