Pakistan: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) plans a victory rally in Karachi on May 13

Event

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) plans to hold a rally along the I.I Chundrigar Road in Karachi, the evening of May 13. PPP leader and incumbent Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will address the event, which is to celebrate the party's victory in recently concluded local elections. Several hundred people will likely attend the gathering.

Authorities will likely monitor the rally and impose traffic restrictions along the march route. Minor skirmishes between attendees and police cannot be ruled out, mainly if security personnel attempt to disperse unruly crowds. Rival party supporters may also engage in confrontations, though significant violence is unlikely.

Advice

Exercise caution along the rally route. Allow additional travel time in the affected area. Confirm transport disruptions and road status in downtown Karachi May 13. Heed all security and traffic advisories.