02 Dec 2024 | 08:28 AM UTC
India: Unionized farmers blocking Noida-Greater Noida Expressway in New Delhi the afternoon of Dec. 2 /update 1
Unionized farmers blocking Noida-Greater Noida Expressway in New Delhi, India, Dec. 2. Increased security, traffic disruptions ongoing.
Hundreds of unionized farmers affiliated with Bhartiya Kisan Parishad are blocking the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway near the Delhi-Noida border in New Delhi as of the afternoon of Dec. 2. Protesters are marching from Noida to New Delhi to demand better government aid for farmers regarding land acquisitions, market compensation, and other issues. The protest is causing standstill traffic and authorities are negotiating with protesters to reopen the expressway.
Increased security measures are ongoing at the protest site and surrounding areas. Authorities may attempt to disperse disruptive crowds. Clashes between police and demonstrators cannot be ruled out. Further traffic disruptions are likely along the protest route. Associated business disruptions are possible.
Exercise caution if operating in or near the impacted area. Avoid any demonstration that materializes. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan for potential localized transport and business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories. Do not pass through protest roadblocks. Wait for police to clear them.
