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Odisha Bandh Leaves Passengers Stuck at Netaji Terminal, Patients Struggle
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:16 PM
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A statewide bandh in Odisha has halted transport services, leaving passengers stranded at Netaji Terminal in Bhubaneswar and causing difficulties for patients seeking medical care.
A statewide bandh announced by opposition parties on Tuesday has brought public transport to a standstill across Odisha, with the Netaji Terminal in Bhubaneswar becoming a focal point for stranded passengers. Buses, taxis and auto‑rickshaws have been halted, leaving commuters in long queues and many unable to reach their destinations.
The halt has also disrupted medical services. Several patients awaiting appointments at nearby hospitals reported delays, and emergency services are struggling to cope with the increased demand. Local health officials have urged patients to seek alternative transportation or wait for the bandh to lift.
Police and municipal authorities have deployed additional personnel to manage crowds and ensure safety at the terminal. They have also set up temporary information booths to keep travelers updated on the status of the bandh and any possible resumption of services.
The bandh, which is expected to continue until the end of the day, has prompted the state government to issue a statement urging commuters to plan ahead and use alternative routes where possible. The impact on daily life and healthcare access underscores the broader disruptions caused by the statewide strike.
The halt has also disrupted medical services. Several patients awaiting appointments at nearby hospitals reported delays, and emergency services are struggling to cope with the increased demand. Local health officials have urged patients to seek alternative transportation or wait for the bandh to lift.
Police and municipal authorities have deployed additional personnel to manage crowds and ensure safety at the terminal. They have also set up temporary information booths to keep travelers updated on the status of the bandh and any possible resumption of services.
The bandh, which is expected to continue until the end of the day, has prompted the state government to issue a statement urging commuters to plan ahead and use alternative routes where possible. The impact on daily life and healthcare access underscores the broader disruptions caused by the statewide strike.