10 Jun 2022 | 11:35 AM UTC
India: Protests occurring in multiple cities June 10
Several groups protesting over politicians' controversial remarks in multiple cities across India June 10. Heightened security likely.
Event
Several protests are occurring in various locations nationwide June 10. The protests are due to two politicians' alleged controversial comments on the Prophet Muhammad. The following events have been reported:
Demonstrators gathered in the Atala area of Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) after midday prayers. Participants reportedly threw stones at the police, who responded with force to disperse the protesters.
In Ranchi (Jharkhand State), protesters gathered along Mahatma Gandhi Main Road and threw stones at police forces. Several injuries have been reported.
In Hyderabad (Telangana State), protests were reported at Masjid-e-Azizia and Mecca Masjid.
In Solapur (Maharashtra State), demonstrators gathered in the city center.
Turnout varies between demonstrations, with up to several hundred people at each event. Additional protests are possible in other cities nationwide. Police are likely to continue monitoring the demonstrations and may use force to disperse them if they are especially disruptive. Further skirmishes between protesters and police are possible. Localized transport disruptions may occur.
Advice
Avoid the protest areas as a security precaution and due to the threat of violence. Do not attempt to navigate roadblocks. If clashes break out, leave the area immediately. Allow additional travel time in the affected areas through the afternoon of June 10. Follow all security and traffic advisories.
