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Karnataka to Observe Bandh on Aug 13 Over Cauvery Water Dispute
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 09:27 PM
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The state of Karnataka will hold a bandh on August 13 to protest the Cauvery water dispute, with many offices and services scheduled to remain closed.
The state government of Karnataka has announced a statewide bandh on August 13 to protest the ongoing Cauvery water dispute. The bandh is aimed at pressuring the central and state authorities to reach a resolution over the distribution of water from the river.
In line with the protest, the government has released a list of offices and services that will remain closed on the day. This includes most government departments, public transport services, and certain private sector establishments that operate under government contracts.
The bandh is expected to disrupt normal civic life, with commuters advised to plan alternative routes and arrangements. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and avoid any unlawful activities during the protest.
The move follows a series of political rallies and demonstrations in Karnataka demanding a fair allocation of Cauvery water to the state’s farmers and industries.
In line with the protest, the government has released a list of offices and services that will remain closed on the day. This includes most government departments, public transport services, and certain private sector establishments that operate under government contracts.
The bandh is expected to disrupt normal civic life, with commuters advised to plan alternative routes and arrangements. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and avoid any unlawful activities during the protest.
The move follows a series of political rallies and demonstrations in Karnataka demanding a fair allocation of Cauvery water to the state’s farmers and industries.