29 Apr 2023 | 12:12 PM UTC
India: Teachers to stage rally at Desh Bhagat Yaadgar Hall in Jalandhar 11:00 April 30
Teachers to rally in Jalandhar, Punjab State, India, 11:00 April 30. Increased security, localized disruptions likely; clashes possible.
Event
The Democratic Teachers Front (DTF) Punjab plans to rally at Desh Bhagat Yaadgar Hall in Jalandhar from 11:00 April 30. The action is against implementing the New Education Policy-2020, and for restoring an old pension system, among several issues. The number of participants the event may draw remains unclear but is likely to be large.
Participants may march to an undisclosed location. Authorities will likely tighten security across Jalandhar and near the rally site. Localized transport disruptions are likely due to large numbers of participants and increased security measures. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.
Jalandhar is around 45 km (28 miles) northwest of Ludhiana.
Advice
Avoid the protest. Allow for extra travel time in the affected area. Monitor local media for updated information about security and road conditions. If violence occurs nearby, immediately leave the area. Heed instructions from authorities.
