Several regions in Maharashtra may see school closures on August 24 due to the Maharashtra Bandh. However, the state government has yet to issue an official notification regarding school closures. The potential for school closures is tied to the bandh organized in response to the Badlapur incident. Parents are advised to contact their children’s schools for the latest updates.
Details on the Maharashtra Bandh
The Maharashtra Bandh has been called by the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition, led by Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray. The bandh is organized as a protest against recent incidents in Badlapur, with a focus on “ensuring the safety of our daughters.” Thackeray has emphasized that this is a non-political movement aimed at addressing these concerns.
The MVA coalition, including Congress, Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT), and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar, is expected to participate in the bandh. The official X (formerly Twitter) account of Uddhav Thackeray’s office confirmed the bandh, stating, “Mahavikas Aghadi has announced Maharashtra Bandh on August 24 to protest against the atrocities in Badlapur. This bandh is not political but aims to address and curb the issues.”
Impact on Public Services
Typically, many schools in Maharashtra are closed on Saturdays. Due to the bandh, public transportation is also likely to be disrupted. Therefore, to avoid any inconvenience, it is recommended that parents and guardians verify the status of their children’s schools and remain updated on transportation arrangements.