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Bharat Bandh LIVE: Trade unions take to streets across States amid nationwide strike against Centre’s ‘anti-worker’ policies

On February 12, 2026, a nationwide general strike, dubbed 'Bharat Bandh', was organized by a coalition of trade unions protesting against the Indian government's labor policies. The strike, which aimed to mobilize around 30 crore workers, successfully disrupted daily life across various states, including Kerala and Andhra Pradesh, with significant protests highlighting concerns over the government's 'anti-worker' and 'anti-farmer' actions.

Bharat Bandh LIVE: Trade unions take to streets across States amid nationwide strike against Centre’s ‘anti-worker’ policies

Credit: Thehindu

Key Highlights

  • The strike was organized by a joint forum of 10 central trade unions.
  • Approximately 30 crore workers were mobilized for the protest against new labor codes.
  • Normal life was severely disrupted in states like Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.
  • Protestors condemned the government's policies as detrimental to workers and farmers.
  • The strike was part of a broader resistance against perceived pro-corporate measures by the government.
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Sources

  1. Bharat bandh: Trade union strike paralyses life in Kannur, Kasaragod districts of Kerala
  2. Bharat Bandh sparks protests in parts of Andhra Pradesh
  3. Protest in Visakhapatnam against central government’s anti-labour policies
  4. Bharat Bandh: Trade union strike disrupts normal life in Kerala; transport services hit
  5. Bharat Bandh LIVE: Trade unions take to streets across States amid nationwide strike against Centre’s ‘anti-worker’ policies

This quick summary is automatically generated using AI based on reports from multiple news sources. The content has not been reviewed or verified by humans. For complete details, accuracy, and context, please refer to the original published articles.

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