Bharat Bandh on July 9: Will Schools and Colleges Remain Closed? Full List of What’s Open and Shut

Nationwide Strike on July 9: Massive Protest by Trade Unions and Farmers’ Groups

A major Bharat Bandh has been called on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, by prominent Central Trade Unions and farmers’ associations across India. The strike is a protest against the central government’s “anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate” policies, including the privatisation of electricity distribution and new labour laws.

According to early estimates, over 25 crore workers, including 27 lakh power sector employees, are expected to join the protest. Disruptions are likely across several essential services including banking, transportation, electricity, and public utilities — raising concerns among students and parents about whether schools and colleges will remain open or shut.

🔍 Why Is Bharat Bandh Being Held on July 9?

The protest is being led against:

Privatisation of power discoms in Uttar Pradesh

New labour codes that allegedly hurt worker rights

A broader shift towards corporate-friendly policies perceived to ignore rural and working-class interests

Farmers’ unions and trade bodies have declared this Bharat Bandh as a form of nationwide civil resistance.

📚 Will Schools and Colleges Be Closed on July 9?

Here’s what we know so far:

In Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, a complete shutdown has been announced. Schools and colleges in these states have been officially directed to remain closed, primarily due to anticipated transport disruption.

In other states, no blanket closure notice has been issued yet. Educational institutions are likely to remain open, but this could vary depending on local situations like transport availability and law & order.

🟡 Parents and students are advised to stay in touch with their local school administration for real-time updates.

🛑 Bharat Bandh on July 9: What’s Open, What’s Closed?

Category Status on July 9

Schools & Colleges Mostly Open, except in Tamil Nadu & Puducherry

Banks Likely Disrupted

Bus, Train, Auto Services Heavily Affected

Metro Services Expected to Run Normally

Flights & Airports Operational

Post Offices Partially Disrupted

Shops & Markets Mostly Open

Government Offices Open

Private Offices Open

Hospitals & Emergency Fully Functional

Internet & Mobile Services Not Affected

⚠️ Advisory for Commuters and Parents

If you rely on public transport, prepare for major delays or consider alternate travel plans.

Schools in affected zones may issue last-minute closure announcements based on safety concerns.

Monitor local news channels and school WhatsApp groups for updated closure notices.

📌 Final Note

The July 9 Bharat Bandh is expected to be one of the largest organized protests in recent months. While essential services will function, several public-facing sectors may face temporary disruptions. As of now, schools and colleges remain open in most regions, but this is subject to change based on evolving ground realities.

👉 Bookmark this page for real-time updates as we track state-wise announcements on educational institution closures and other public advisories.