22 Dec 2023 | 08:52 PM UTC
Pakistan: Activists to stage protest march from Karachi Press Club in Karachi, Sindh Province, Dec. 23
Protesters to march from Karachi Press Club in Karachi, Pakistan, to undisclosed location Dec. 23; localized transport disruptions likely.
Activists affiliated with the Aurat March (Woman's March) movement are planning to stage a protest march from the Karachi Press Club in Karachi, Sindh Province, toward an undisclosed location on Dec. 23. The purpose of the action is to denounce alleged violence targeting Baloch community protesters in the country. The march will reportedly begin sometime in the afternoon. Similar, well-attended events have previously attracted thousands of participants.
Authorities will likely monitor the gathering as a precaution and may move to disperse any overly unruly crowds. While the protest will probably pass off peacefully, minor skirmishes between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Localized transport disruptions are likely.
Avoid the protest march as a precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional travel time near the gathering. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
