India: Protest by opposition parties prompting security measures near Vijay Chowk, Delhi, March 15

Event

Opposition parties are attempting to hold a protest march from the parliament building to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Delhi during the afternoon of March 15. Organizers are defying Section 144 orders in the locality that prevent unauthorized public gatherings of more than four people. The action is to demand a probe into alleged financial irregularities in companies owned by Gautam Adani. A few dozen lawmakers are attending the demonstration.

Police have deployed in the Vijay Chowk area and erected barricades around the ED office. Localized transport disruptions, including road closures and traffic diversions are possible along the march route. Skirmishes may occur if police attempt to disperse the gathering, and/or conduct mass arrests.

Advice

Exercise caution near the protest venue. Allow additional travel time in the affected area. Heed all security and traffic advisories.