Jharkhand Bandh: Most Private Schools In Ranchi To Remain Closed Tuesday

Jharkhand bandh on August 11: Most private schools in Ranchi will remain closed following the BJP's shutdown call over action against protesting students.

Ranchi schools to remain closed on August 11 amid Jharkhand bandh

Source : ABP LIVE

Ranchi: Most private schools in Jharkhand’s capital are set to remain closed on Tuesday following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s announcement of a statewide bandh over the police action against protesting students. 

The development is likely to affect the regular school schedule for students in the state capital. Parents and students should take note of their respective schools’ announcements regarding Tuesday’s classes. 

The Jharkhand BJP announced the shutdown on Monday, August 10, calling for a statewide bandh on Tuesday, August 11. The party said the protest :was in response to the lathi-charge on students during the ongoing agitation.  

BJP Announces Jharkhand Bandh From 8 AM 

BJP State President Aditya Sahu announced the bandh during a joint press conference at the party’s state office, alongside Leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi. 

According to Sahu, the shutdown will begin at 8 am on Tuesday. He said the party expects the entire state to observe the bandh, while essential services will continue to operate. 

Sahu also said that arrangements would be made to ensure that Kanwariyas do not face difficulties during the shutdown. He appealed to BJP workers to extend their cooperation to the pilgrims.  

Hemant Soren Thanks Police Personnel 

Meanwhile, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Monday thanked police personnel involved in handling the students’ Assembly march. 

His statement came despite protesters alleging the use of tear gas and lathi-charge during the demonstration. Soren expressed his appreciation to the police officials for handling the situation with sensitivity and responsibility.