19 Apr 2024 | 11:48 AM UTC
Pakistan: Farmers' protests possible in Punjab Province through late-April /update 1
Farmers' rallies possible in Punjab Province, Pakistan, through late-April. Increased security, localized disruptions likely.
Unionized farmers' rallies are possible in Punjab Province through late April to denounce low wheat support prices. Activists affiliated with the Kisan Ittehad (Farmers' Unity) union have led several recent rallies and threatened to hold sit-in protests on April 19. No further details are available regarding the April 19 action. Rallies are likely near government buildings, press clubs, public squares, and thoroughfares. The organization has also threatened to hold demonstrations at the Mall Road in Lahore on April 29. Well-attended gatherings will probably draw hundreds of participants.
Authorities will likely monitor any such gatherings that materialize and could use force to disperse overly unruly crowds. Clashes between police and activists are possible. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are likely.
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for potential localized business and transport disruptions. Heed all official security and transport advisories.
