11 Nov 2024 | 07:31 AM UTC
India: Students protesting outside Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Nov. 11
Students protesting outside Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission in Prayagraj, India, afternoon Nov. 11. Localized disruptions ongoing.
Students are demonstrating outside the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh State, as of the afternoon of Nov. 11. Participants are denouncing the government's scheduling of two civil service preliminary examinations on the same day and recent changes in exam format. Hundreds of participants have reportedly blocked nearby roads, resulting in traffic disruptions.
Authorities will likely continue to monitor the gathering and may attempt to disperse overly disruptive participants. Localized transport disruptions are likely near the protest location. Clashes between police and protesters are possible.
Avoid the demonstration as a standard precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan for extra travel time near the affected area. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
