10 Jul 2023 | 12:49 PM UTC
India: Activists protesting in Chikodi, Belgaum, Karnataka State, as of the evening of July 10
Activists rallying in Chikodi, Belgaum, Karnataka State, India, as of the evening of July 10. Increased security likely.
Event
Supporters of the Jain community are protesting in Chikodi, Belgaum, Karnataka State, as of the evening of July 10. Participants are calling for the arrest of suspects involved in a murder case in which a monk of the Jain community was killed.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security in the vicinity of the protest site. Localized transport disruptions are possible due to the presence of large numbers of people. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.
Advice
Avoid all protests. Allow additional travel time if operating nearby the protest site. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.
