India: Unionized farmers to protest at deputy commissioners' offices across Punjab State July 24

Event

Farmers affiliated with the Kisan Mazdoor Sangarsh Committee and Bharatiya Kisan Union (Azad) plan to protest at the offices of deputy commissioners across Punjab State, July 24. The purpose of the action is to denounce the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led local government and to demand the release of flood compensation. Participation is likely to vary depending on location but may reach the hundreds. Organizers have yet to announce the start time of the action but have threatened to start blocking railways tracks across the state from July 25 if their demands are not met.

Authorities will likely deploy additional security in the vicinity of the rally sites and monitor further related protest activities. Localized transport disruptions are likely due to the presence of large numbers of people. Rail service disruptions are likely on July 25 if demonstrators escalate their action. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a security precaution. Allow additional travel time. Monitor local media for updated information about security and road conditions. Check public transit schedules for possible service changes, especially on July 25. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.