India: Students call for protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi April 17

Event

Students forced to return to India from Ukraine due to the ongoing conflict have called for a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi April 17. Participants intend to demand the central government aid students in completing their studies at state universities in India. Several dozen to a few hundred people may attend the protest.

Authorities will likely monitor the protest and may try to break up the gathering if it is especially disruptive. Skirmishes between protesters and police are possible. The protest and resultant security response may prompt localized transport disruptions in the area.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to possible skirmishes. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time in the area.