India: Activists to stage protest march at chief minister’s residence in Jaipur, Rajasthan State, July 5 /update 1

Event

The women's wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party plans to march towards the residence of the chief minister in the Civil Lines area in Jaipur July 5 to denounce the state government's existing policies. The starting time and specific assembly point of the march are unclear, but hundreds of participants will likely take part in the event and stage a sit-in protest after the march.

Authorities will likely monitor the rally and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Although the event will probably pass off peacefully, isolated minor skirmishes between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Demonstrators may march along nearby 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.