Odisha Bandh Tomorrow: NNKS Protests Textbook Errors, Seeks Minister’s Resignation
Bhubaneswar: The Naba Nirman Krushak Sangathan (NNKS) has announced a statewide bandh in Odisha on September 30, 2026, protesting alleged irregularities in government-issued school textbooks.
The organisation claims that more than 1,600 errors have been detected, sparking outrage among educationists, opposition parties, and stakeholders.
NNKS has demanded accountability and the resignation of School & Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond.
The bandh is expected to disrupt normal life, with shops, markets, and private establishments likely to remain closed.
Public transport services may be affected, though buses are expected to operate.
Essential services such as hospitals, ambulances, pharmacies, and fire services will remain functional.
The controversy has intensified debates over the quality of educational materials provided to students, raising concerns about governance and oversight in Odisha’s education system.
