09 Sep 2024 | 08:52 AM UTC
India: Clashes reported during protest near Secretariat building in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala State, Sept. 9
Political activists protesting at Secretariat building in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala State, India, Sept. 9. Clashes reported; avoid area.
Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) activists are protesting outside of the Secretariat building in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala State, to demand the resignation of Kerala Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, on Sept. 9. Initial reports indicate police have barricaded the area and have used water cannons to disperse the demonstration. BJYM members attempted to cross the barricades, leading to clashes between protestors and the authorities. Participation in the protest is in the hundreds.
Additional demonstrations can potentially occur around Thiruvananthapuram on Sept. 9. Potential sites include government buildings, public venues, stadiums, and thoroughfares. Authorities will likely maintain enhanced security measures around the Secretariat building, including barricades and random inspections. Officials may disperse any crowds that form in the vicinity, causing additional clashes between police and demonstrators. Localized transport disruptions are likely. Associated business disruptions are possible.
Exercise caution if operating in or near the impacted area. As a precaution, avoid any demonstration that materializes. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for potential localized transport and business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
