28 Nov 2024 | 10:33 AM UTC
India: Protest march in Siliguri on Nov. 29
Opposition party to hold a protest march to the Siliguri Municipal Corporation Office in Siliguri, India, Nov. 29.
The Communist Party of India Marxist plans to hold a protest march from their office in Siliguri to the Siliguri Municipal Corporation Office on Nov. 29 to denounce alleged corruption that is causing poor water management. Although the exact time of the protest march remains unclear, demonstrations typically occur from late morning to early afternoon. Participation will likely be in the hundreds.
Authorities will likely monitor any such rallies and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Clashes between police and activists, as well as from rival parties, cannot be ruled out. Demonstrators will likely march along or block roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions. Associated localized business disruptions are possible.
Siliguri is 40km (25 miles) south of Darjeeling.
As a precaution, avoid any demonstrations that materializes. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional travel time near gathering sites. Plan accordingly for possible localized business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
