Odisha Bandh Today, October 8: Timings, what's open, what's closed, who are protesting? Here's all you should know

Odisha Bandh Reason: Odisha is experiencing a 12-hour bandh organized by opposition parties like Congress and CPI, targeting issues such as the altered mining laws, electoral roll discrepancies, and mistakes in school textbooks. While the protest may disrupt public transport and roads, essential services, including healthcare and pharmacies, will continue to operate. The state government is prioritizing law enforcement to maintain peace and security amid the unrest.