06 Mar 2024 | 05:00 PM UTC
India: Increased security likely as prime minister visits Assam State March 8-9
Tight security, localized demonstrations likely during Prime Minister Modi's March 8-9 visit to Assam State, India.
Tight security and sporadic protests are likely during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's March 8-9 visit to the Assam State. Modi will first visit Kaziranga National Park on March 8 before departing for Jorhat the following day to attend a public meeting at Meleng Meteli Pothar. Gatherings related to the visit could draw large numbers of participants.
The prime minister's travel to Assam coincides with state-wide protest campaign organized by a coalition of 16 political parties called the United Opposition Forum Assam. The group has announced plans for Ta 12-hour hunger strike demonstration in Jorhat while Modi is in town on March 9. Other unannounced protests are also possible.
Authorities will likely monitor any demonstrations and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Demonstrators may march on roads, prompting localized transport disruptions. Associated business disruptions are possible.
Exercise caution in the affected areas. Confirm business appointments, road statuses, and transport reservations on March 8-9. Avoid any related demonstrations that may materialize. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for travel delays and business disruptions in areas that Modi visits. Carry proper identification documents to present at any security checkpoints. Heed all official security and transport advisories.
