30 Sep 2022 | 10:15 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to protest in Khulna Oct. 22
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to rally outside its division headquarters in Khulna, Bangladesh, Oct. 22. Increased security likely.
Event
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) will protest outside its division headquarters in Khulna Oct. 22 over various issues, including denouncing recent clashes with police that allegedly left multiple BNP activists killed. Hundreds of people are likely to attend the gathering.
Authorities will likely monitor the protest and may attempt to disperse the gathering if it is especially disruptive. Clashes between activists and police, as well as counterdemonstrators, are possible. Protesters will likely march along or block roadways, causing localized transport disruptions.
Context
The Oct. 22 action is the third in a series of nationwide demonstrations to occur outside of various BNP division headquarters through early December.
Advice
Avoid the demonstration due to possible clashes. If violence breaks out, depart the area immediately. Allow additional time to reach destinations if traveling near the gathering. Do not attempt to cross roadblocks, as protesters may react violently. Heed all official security and travel advisories.
