In Photos: Punjab Bandh Called By Quami Insaf Morcha
This photo gallery captures protests, closed shops, road blockades, gatherings and security arrangements as the statewide shutdown affects daily life across Punjab
A closed market is seen during the Qaumi Insaf Morcha's 'Punjab Bandh' call, in Patiala, Punjab, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. The call is given to press for the release of 'Bandi Singhs' (Sikh prisoners). | Photo: PTI
Members of various organisations take part in a protest in support of the Qaumi Insaf Morcha's 'Punjab Bandh' call, in Chandigarh, Punjab, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. | Photo: PTI/Shiva Sharma
Members of various organisations take part in a protest in support of the Qaumi Insaf Morcha's 'Punjab Bandh' call, in Chandigarh, Punjab, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. | Photo: PTI/Shiva Sharma
Members of various organisations take part in a protest in support of the Qaumi Insaf Morcha's 'Punjab Bandh' call, in Chandigarh, Punjab, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. | Photo: PTI/Shiva Sharma
Police personnel stand guard as members of various organisations take part in a protest in support of the Qaumi Insaf Morcha's 'Punjab Bandh' call, in Chandigarh, Punjab, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. | Photo: PTI/Shiva Sharma
Members of various organisations hold placards during a protest in support of the Qaumi Insaf Morcha's 'Punjab Bandh' call, in Chandigarh, Punjab, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. | Photo: PTI/Shiva Sharma
Police personnel stand guard amid heightened security at the Chandigarh-Mohali border ahead of a 'Punjab bandh' call, in Chandigarh, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. | Photo: PTI
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