Bharat Bandh: Nationwide protest being held; Patna Police baton charge people protesting against SC's verdict on reservations

A nationwide strike, "Bharat Bandh," was organized to protest the Supreme Court's ruling on SC/ST reservations. Significant disruptions were reported in Patna, Rajasthan, Ranchi, and Noida. The ruling permits states to subclassify SCs and STs, which led to significant public outcry and heightened police vigilance to ensure law and order.