India: Youth activists to surround State Legislative Assembly building in Ranchi March 23

Event

Youth activists affiliated with the Jharkhand State Student Union plan to surround (gherao) the State Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) building in Ranchi March 23. Organizers seek to denounce the state government's planning policy. If well attended, the gathering could draw thousands of participants.

Authorities will almost certainly increase security near the building and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Clashes between demonstrators and police cannot be ruled out. Activists may march along or block nearby roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions. Associated localized business disruptions are possible through the evening of March 23.

Advice

Avoid the vicinity of the State Legislative Assembly building March 23. Allow additional travel time near the gathering site. Plan accordingly for possible localized business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.