Markets remained closed since morning, gatherings staged protests, and crowded squares became deserted.

Jalandhar | Markets in Ludhiana remained closed on Thursday in protest against the desecration of Dr. Ambedkar's statue. Various organizations supporting Dr. Ambedkar's ideology burned effigies and demanded that the government arrest the accused as soon as possible. During the demonstration, even major squares in the city, which are usually crowded with people on normal days, appeared deserted. Leaders warned that if swift action is not taken, more such protests will be held in the future.