India: Unionized sugarcane growers plan to protest outside chief ministerial residence in Bengaluru, Karnataka State, from Nov. 22

Event

The Karnataka State Sugarcane Growers Association has called for an indefinite sit-in protest outside the chief ministerial residence along Bengaluru's Kumarakrupa Road from Nov. 22. Organizers are demanding the state government raise crop procurement prices. A few hundred people may join the event. Attendees may gather at alternative protest sites like Freedom Park if security forces stop demonstrators from gathering at the intended venue.

Security personnel will likely deploy to monitor the protest. Police may use force to prevent or control the gathering, potentially prompting clashes. Altercations between rival party members cannot be ruled out. Localized transport disruptions are probable in the affected area; impacts are most likely along Kumarakrupa, Seshadri, and Race Course roads. Authorities may also implement security cordons, roadblocks, and/or traffic diversions near the chief ministerial residence.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to possible clashes. Plan for possible localized transport disruptions along potential march routes; confirm road status and seek alternative routes as necessary. If clashes break out, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernment building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.