26 Jun 2024 | 01:51 PM UTC
India: Youth activists to protest in New Delhi June 27 /update 1
Activists to rally in New Delhi, India, June 27. Activists to protest at Jantar Mantar 10:00, surround Parliament; further rallies possible.
Members of the Indian Youth Congress, the opposition Indian National Congress (INC) party's youth wing, will hold protests in New Delhi on June 27. The action is to denounce alleged irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for medical admissions. As part of their action, activists will gather at the Jantar Mantar observatory at 10:00 and plan to surround (gherao) the Parliament building.
Additional gatherings of varying types, including sit-ins and marches, are likely. Potential gathering sites include prominent government buildings, public squares, and thoroughfares. Well-attended gatherings will almost certainly draw thousands of participants.
Authorities will likely maintain an increased security presence near sites where such demonstrations materialize. Officials could use force or conduct mass arrests if activists refuse to comply with official orders. Clashes between police and protesters are possible. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are probable.
As a precaution, avoid all demonstrations. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for potential localized business and transport disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
