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12 Jan 2023 | 08:08 AM UTC

India: Political party to protest at the Raj Bhavan in Chennai Jan. 13

Political party to protest at the Raj Bhavan in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Jan. 13. Localized disruptions, skirmishes possible.

Informational

Event

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) party plans to protest at the Raj Bhavan in Chennai Jan. 13. The action is to call for the resignation of the Tamil Nadu Governor due to his alteration and omission of parts of his speech in the assembly Jan. 9. Organizers did not specify a start time for the event. Dozens to hundreds of people could participate in the action; the event will likely pass off peacefully.

Police may monitor the event as a precaution. Minor skirmishes between protesters and police are possible, especially if security forces attempt to prevent or disperse the gathering. Localized transport disruptions may occur, mainly if VCK supporters attempt to block or march on roadways.

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.