03 Dec 2024 | 06:03 AM UTC
India: Left Democratic Front plans to protest across Kerala State Dec. 5
Left Democratic Front plans to demonstrate across Kerala State, India, Dec. 5. Increased security likely; localized disruptions possible.
The state-ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) has called for protests across Kerala State 10:30-13:00 Dec. 5 to demand financial assistance from the central government for victims of the recent landslides in Wayanad. Activists will gather in front of the Raj Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram and at central government offices in all other districts. Organizers claim that tens of thousands of people will participate in the demonstrations.
Increased security measures are likely around protest sites, especially Raj Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram. Police may try to disperse gatherings if they are especially disruptive. Scuffles between protesters and police are possible. Activists may march along nearby roadways, causing localized transport disruptions.
Exercise caution near any protest as a precaution. Do not navigate roadblocks due to possible violence. Leave an area at the first sign of unrest. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.
