Keonjhar, Nov. 18 -- A 12-hour bandh called by the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) affected daily life across Odisha's Keonjhar district on Tuesday. The bandh, being observed from 6 am to 6 pm, was called to press for action against individuals the outfit claims are infiltrators and causes of unrest in the region.

Effect of the bandh Shops, business establishments, and educational institutions remained closed due to the bandh observance. Public movement was minimal as most private and commercial vehicles stayed off the roads, except for essential services.

Areas such as Keonjhar, Champua, Joda, Barbil, Patna, Ghasipura, and Anandapur reported widespread closure and reduced traffic.

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