Bangladesh: Activists to stage rally at Dhaka's Shaheed Minar monument from 17:00 June 3

Event

Civil society groups plan to rally at Dhaka's Shaheed Minar (Martyr Tower) monument from 17:00 June 3; the purpose of the gathering is to denounce the government's alleged failure to allocate adequate funding for cultural development and the arts. It remains unclear how many participants the event may draw.

Authorities will probably monitor the rally and may move to disperse the gathering if demonstrators become overly disruptive. Although the event will likely remain peaceful, minor confrontations between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Demonstrators may march along roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional travel time near the gathering site. Heed all official transport and security advisories.