07 Feb 2023 | 01:31 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Bangladesh Nationalist Party to march in Dhaka Feb. 9 and 12
Bangladesh Nationalist Party plans to march in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 14:00 Feb. 9 and 12. Security-related disruptions likely.
Event
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) plans to stage marches in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 14:00 Feb. 9 and 12 to denounce the ruling Awami League's administration. On
Feb. 9: Participants will march Gopibagh Brothers Union Club playground to the Jatiya Press Club.
Feb. 12: Participants will march from Shyamoli playground to Bosila Saat Rasta intersection.
Authorities will almost certainly tighten security measures along the march routes. Localized transport disruptions are likely, especially if demonstrators march on or block roadways. Police may move to forcibly disperse the gatherings if they threaten to become disruptive, leading to clashes with participants; while bystanders are unlikely to be targeted, they would face an indirect threat in the vicinity.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Plan for localized traffic disruptions and allow additional travel time to reach destinations along the march routes. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. Leave the area immediately if violence breaks out.
