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Politics
Karnataka to Hold Statewide Bandh Over Cauvery Row; Schools' Status Uncertain
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 04:38 PM
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Karnataka has announced a statewide bandh tomorrow over the Cauvery water‑sharing dispute, but officials have not yet confirmed whether schools will remain open.
Karnataka has announced a statewide bandh tomorrow over the Cauvery water‑sharing dispute, which is expected to disrupt transportation, commerce and daily life across the state.
The government has not yet decided whether schools will remain open during the shutdown, leaving parents and teachers uncertain about the academic schedule for the next day.
The bandh follows months of protests and political pressure over the long‑standing water‑sharing conflict between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Authorities are urging residents to stay safe, follow official guidelines and await further announcements regarding the status of schools and other public services.
The government has not yet decided whether schools will remain open during the shutdown, leaving parents and teachers uncertain about the academic schedule for the next day.
The bandh follows months of protests and political pressure over the long‑standing water‑sharing conflict between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Authorities are urging residents to stay safe, follow official guidelines and await further announcements regarding the status of schools and other public services.