06 Dec 2024 | 06:28 AM UTC
India: Bharatiya Janata Party plan to rally across Himachal Pradesh State Dec. 7-10
Bharatiya Janata Party to rally across Himachal Pradesh State, India, Dec. 7-10. Increased security likely, localized disruptions possible.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for district-level rallies across Himachal Pradesh State Dec. 7-10 to denounce the state-ruling Indian National Congress (INC) party's alleged governance failures. Supporters plan to demonstrate in Una and Chamba Dec. 7; Kullu and Sirmaur Dec. 8; Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Mandi, Sirmaur, and Solan Dec. 9; and Shimla Dec. 10. Organizers did not specify start times or locations for the events. Well-attended gatherings could draw hundreds of participants, particularly in Shimla.
Additional gatherings are possible in other urban centers in Himachal Pradesh State, especially near other prominent government buildings, public squares, and thoroughfares.
Authorities will likely monitor rallies that materialize and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. While such gatherings will likely remain peaceful, isolated clashes between police and activists are possible. Demonstrators may march along or block roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions.
Avoid any demonstration that materializes as a 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.
