Strike evokes partial response in HP

Shimla: Life was partially affected in Himachal Pradesh on the first day on Wednesday of the two-day countrywide strike called by central trade unions with the situation remaining peaceful.

Shops, markets and commercial establishments were closed across the state, while buses, autos and taxis were plying as usual.

Banking operations remained paralysed in the state.

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