10 Oct 2023 | 06:44 PM UTC
India: Several activist organizations to rally in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh State, Oct. 11
Activist groups to hold protest in Lucknow, India, Oct. 11. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Several left-wing activist organizations, including the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), will rally in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh State, on Oct. 11 as a part of their "Save Democracy, Save Constitution" protest campaign. Organizers have as yet made no general announcement concerning the location or start time for the event; however, unconfirmed reports indicate activists will gather at Eco Garden Park at 11:00. It remains unclear how many participants the gathering may draw.
Authorities will likely monitor the rally and may move to disperse the event if participants become overly disruptive. Clashes between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Demonstrators may march along or block roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions. Associated localized business disruptions are possible.
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. Plan accordingly for possible localized business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
