Bharat Bandh today: Trade unions, SKM launch protest against labour reforms and India-US deal

India may face widespread disruptions today as several central trade unions, along with farmer groups, have announced a nationwide strike. The protest, known as a Bharat Bandh, is expected to affect key public services in many states, including banking, transport and government offices. Union leaders have said that more than 30 crore workers could take part in the strike. A joint platform of ten central trade unions has confirmed that the protest will go ahead as scheduled. Strike notices have already been issued across several sectors, and organisers claim preparations are complete. The unions have called the bandh in opposition to the Centre’s recent labour reforms and economic policies. According to them, the four new labour codes reduce job security and weaken existing worker protections. They argue that the changes make it easier for employers to hire and dismiss staff, while limiting safeguards that previously protected workers’ rights.

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