India: Political party to protest at Valluvar Kottam in Chennai Oct. 19

Event

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) party plans to hold a one-day protest at the Valluvar Kottam monument in Chennai Oct. 19. The action is to denounce the state assembly speaker for rejecting the party's nomination for the deputy leader of opposition post amid an intra-party feud within the AIADMK. Supporters of AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami will join the demonstration. A few dozen people are likely to participate; the event will almost certainly pass peacefully.

Police may monitor the event as a precaution. Minor skirmishes between protesters and police are possible, especially if attendees are excessively disruptive. Localized transport disruptions may occur, mainly if AIADMK supporters attempt to block or march on roadways near Valluvar Kottam.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. If skirmishes break out, depart the area immediately. Allow additional travel time in the affected area. Follow all security and traffic advisories.