The Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti has called for ‘Bharat Bandh’ or nationwide shutdown on Wednesday, August 21 to protest against the Supreme Court’s ruling on SC/ST reservations.
The apex court on August 1, had allowed states to create sub-categories within the scheduled castes (SCs) and scheduled tribes (STs), saying, “Those who really need it should get priority in the reservation.”
The Supreme Court had ruled by majority that sub-classification within the scheduled castes and scheduled tribes is permissible. The court held that states are empowered to make this classification for granting quota in jobs and admissions.
‘Bharat Bandh’ is a protest demanding the reversal of the court order.
Senior civil and police officials held a meeting to overview the preparation for the bandh to avoid an untoward incident. All divisional commissioners, district magistrates and senior police officers attended the meeting through video conferencing and were directed to be prepared for the ‘bandh’.
‘Bharat Bandh’ on Wednesday is expected to get the support of various social and political organizations.
What Will Be Open During ‘Bharat Bandh’?
According to a Moneyxontrol report, emergency, ambulance services, hospitals, medical and police services will remain active during ‘Bharat Bandh’ on Wednesday.
Pharmacies will also stay open to provide essential medications. Government offices, banks, schools and colleges will also operate as usual, reports said.
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