23 Jun 2023 | 09:41 AM UTC
Bangladesh: Activists to march from Subastu Tower to Abul Hotel in Dhaka on June 23
Activists plan to march from Subastu Tower to Abul Hotel in Dhaka, Bangladesh on June 23. Increased security likely.
Event
Members of the Bangladesh Jatyatabadi Sramik Dal, a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-affiliated organization, plan to stage a protest march in Dhaka, June 23. Participants will gather at Subastu Tower at 15:00 before marching towards Abul Hotel. The purpose of the action is to protest against load shedding and corruption in the power sector, among other issues. The secretary general of BNP is expected to join the event, which could attract a few hundred participants.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security along the march route. Localized transport disruptions are likely due to the march. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a security precaution. Allow additional travel time if operating nearby the march route. Monitor local media for updated information about security and road conditions. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. Leave the area immediately if violence occurs.
