Odisha Bandh on January 28: Check what’s open and closed across the state, including schools and transport

A statewide Odisha bandh has been called for Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 6 am to 2 pm by the Navnirman Krushak Sangathan (NKS). The bandh is being organised in protest against the alleged mismanagement of paddy procurement and has received political backing from the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee.

School Closure Status Remains Unclear

As of now, there is no official government notification announcing the closure of schools due to the bandh. Parents are advised to directly check with their children’s school authorities on Wednesday morning, as some institutions—particularly private schools—may opt to suspend classes or switch to online mode for the day.

Bandhs typically disrupt public transport and daily movement, which often prompts schools to take precautionary measures such as temporary closures or virtual classes.

Impact on Transport and Daily Life

Public transport services are expected to be severely affected during the bandh hours.

Essential Services to Remain Operational

Bandh organisers have stated that essential services will not be affected. Hospitals, ambulances, pharmacies, and emergency medical services are expected to function normally. This assurance has been given to ensure that patients and those in need of urgent medical care do not face difficulties.

Normal daily activities are likely to be affected in several parts of the state during the bandh.