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Punjab Bandh on Aug 21: Schools and Panjab University Exams Expected to Remain Closed
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 02:18 AM
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A statewide bandh scheduled for August 21 in Punjab is set to keep schools shut and may also affect Panjab University examinations, officials say.
The Punjab government has announced a statewide bandh for August 21, prompting concerns over the academic calendar. Education authorities confirmed that all government and private schools across the state will remain closed on the day of the protest.
Panjab University, which conducts semester examinations in June‑July, is reviewing its exam schedule. While the university has not issued a final decision, officials indicated that any exams slated for August 21 are likely to be postponed to avoid disruption.
Parents and students have been advised to monitor official notifications from the school boards and the university for any further updates. The bandh, organized by several political and farmer groups, is expected to involve a shutdown of public transport and commercial activities, which could compound logistical challenges for any rescheduled academic activities.
Panjab University, which conducts semester examinations in June‑July, is reviewing its exam schedule. While the university has not issued a final decision, officials indicated that any exams slated for August 21 are likely to be postponed to avoid disruption.
Parents and students have been advised to monitor official notifications from the school boards and the university for any further updates. The bandh, organized by several political and farmer groups, is expected to involve a shutdown of public transport and commercial activities, which could compound logistical challenges for any rescheduled academic activities.