India: Unionized workers to protest in multiple district of Chhattisgarh State Dec. 24

Event

The Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee (MNREGA) Employees Federation has called for protests in the Bastar, Bilaspur, Durg, Raipur, and Surguja divisions of Chhattisgarh State, Dec. 24. Participants will hold rallies towards divisional commissioner offices to demand better working conditions and salaries, among other issues. The start time is unclear; demonstrations typically occur from late morning through the late afternoon. The action is likely to involve hundreds of workers.

Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the protests, mainly in the state capital, Raipur. Localized transport disruptions are possible, especially at well-attended events. Minor skirmishes may occur if demonstrators breach security cordons or police attempt to forcibly disperse gatherings.

Advice

Avoid protests as a precaution. Confirm road status near rallies and allow additional travel time. Heed all security personnel instructions.