India, Oct. 8 -- The INDIA bloc and Odisha Congress will observe a statewide bandh in Odisha on October 8, 2026, with the shutdown scheduled from 6 am to 6 pm. The protest is expected to affect transport, markets and commercial activity in several parts of the state.

Opposition parties have announced the bandh over a number of political and administrative issues, including the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026, alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise and errors in school textbooks.

What time is the Odisha bandh?

The bandh will be observed for 12 hours, from 6 am to 6 pm on October 8. The impact may differ across districts depending on the participation of local political workers and the situation on the ground. C...