Pakistan: Federal government workers to protest at the Ministry of Finance building in Islamabad from 11:00 April 14

Event

Federal government workers from various sectors plan to hold a protest outside the Ministry of Finance building in Islamabad's Red Zone, from 11:00 April 14. Organizers are demanding the withdrawal of an April 12 order that curtailed holidays for government employees. Participation in the protest is unclear, though several dozen to a few hundred people may attend the gathering.

Security forces will likely monitor the protest and may try to disperse the gathering if it is especially disruptive. Skirmishes between protesters and police are possible, mainly if attendees attempt to breach security cordons. Localized transport disruptions may occur if demonstrators attempt to march on or block nearby roadways.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time near the protest venue through at least the afternoon of April 14.