Pakistan: Bank employees protesting at State Bank of Pakistan in Karachi April 15

Event

Bank employees are reportedly protesting outside the State Bank of Pakistan in Karachi April 15. Participants are denouncing the bank terminating workers’ leave. Several dozen people are attending the protest. Authorities have closed I.I. Chundrighar Road to traffic and are diverting vehicles from the area.

Authorities will likely maintain heightened security in the area until the protest concludes. Clashes between protesters and police are possible, especially if security personnel try to disperse the protest. Road closures and localized transport disruptions will also likely continue.

Advice

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