India: Indian National Congress Party calls for protests across Assam State April 28

Event

The Indian National Congress (INC) party is calling for sit-in protests at district headquarters across Assam State 11:00-13:00 April 28. Organizers are denouncing the Assam police's recent arrest of Jignesh Mevani, a member of the Gujarat State Legislative Assembly, supported by the INC. Exact venues are unclear; popular protest sites include government buildings, major intersections, and public squares. Dozens of people may attend each event; the highest participation is likely at the capital city of Guwahati, as well as Amingaon, Barpeta, Dhubri, Karimganj, Nagaon, North Lakhimpur, Silchar, Tezpur, and Tinsukia towns. Tight security is certain at locations Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit April 28.

Heightened security is likely near large gatherings; enhanced measures such as security cordons and roadblocks are almost certain in Dibrugarh and Karbi Anglong District's Diphu, where Prime Minister Modi will address public rallies. Localized transport disruptions may occur during well-attended demonstrations. Skirmishes are possible, especially if protestors breach security cordons near official events or police attempt to forcibly disperse disruptive crowds.

Advice

Avoid any protests as a precaution. Do not navigate roadblocks; wait for the police to clear them. Confirm road status if operating in district headquarters. Heed all security and traffic advisories.