Jharkhand Bandh Over Soma Munda Killing

In Jharkhand, India, tribal organizations called for a statewide strike to protest the killing of a tribal leader named Soma Munda.

The strike had a mixed response, with the strongest impact in Khunti district, where Soma Munda was killed.

In Khunti, protesters blocked roads and burned tires, causing traffic disruptions.

In other parts of the state, like Ranchi, there were some protests, but life mostly continued as normal.

The police were on alert to maintain peace.

Soma Munda was shot dead earlier this month, and while the police have arrested seven people, the tribal organizations say the main shooter is still free.

They are demanding justice and warning of more protests if their demands are not met.