21 Sep 2024 | 08:01 AM UTC
India: Farmers' union calls for sit-in protests at district headquarters across Punjab State Sept. 24
Farmers' union calls for sit-in protests at district headquarters across Punjab State, India, Sept. 24. Localized disruptions possible.
Unionized farmers affiliated with the Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee (KMSC) plan to stage sit-in protests at district headquarters across Punjab State Sept. 24. Organizers did not specify a start time. Farmers are protesting the state government's alleged failure to deliver on jobs and compensation for families of those killed during past protests in New Delhi while also demanding better crop prices and opposing land acquisition practices. The largest gatherings are likely in urban centers like Amritsar, Jalandhar, and Ludhiana.
Authorities will likely monitor related rallies and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Demonstrators may march along or block roadways, prompting localized transport and business disruptions. Protesters may clash with police, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional travel time near gathering sites. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
