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Karnataka Prepares for Statewide Bandh Over Linguistic Tensions

Pro-Kannada groups call for a 12-hour shutdown on March 22, protesting an alleged assault in Belagavi and demanding action against pro-Marathi organizations.

Karnataka Bandh today: Pro Kannada organisations have called for a shutdown from 6am to 6 pm in the state (Representative image)
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Overview

  • The bandh, led by Kannada Okkuta, will run from 6 am to 6 pm, with essential services like hospitals and metro operations unaffected.
  • The protest follows an alleged assault on a KSRTC bus conductor in February for not speaking Marathi, reigniting long-standing linguistic tensions between Karnataka and Maharashtra.
  • Protesters are demanding a ban on the Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti and action against groups accused of inciting violence and anti-Kannada activities.
  • Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has opposed the bandh, citing its potential disruption to ongoing SSLC board exams and public services.
  • Authorities have deployed additional security and warned against unlawful activities, while some Kannada organizations have chosen not to support the bandh.