Pakistan: Protest occurring outside K-Electric office in Qayyumabad area of Karachi Sept. 16

Event

Residents are protesting outside a K-Electric office in the Qayyumabad area of Karachi Sept. 16. Participants are denouncing electricity supply disruptions. Authorities have closed Main Korangi Road from Godam Chowrangi to Jam Sadiq Bridge.

Further related protests are likely in the near term, as residents have held protests denouncing the supply shortages in recent weeks. Additional protests may involve people marching along highways and other roads, though gatherings at government buildings and public squares are also possible. Security personnel usually close sections of affected roadways and divert traffic from protest locations. Protests may involve dozens to a few hundred people.

Authorities will likely monitor protests and may try to disperse gatherings if they are especially disruptive. Clashes between protesters and police are possible. Protesters will likely march along or block roadways, prompting police to close sections of roadways. Localized transport disruptions are probable.

Advice

Avoid protests due to possible violence. If clashes break out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Do not attempt to cross roadblocks, as protesters may react violently. Allow additional travel time near protests.