09 Jun 2022 | 04:26 AM UTC
India: Political party plans protest in Chennai, Tamil Nadu State, 11:00 June 10
Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) to protest in Egmore, Chennai, India, 11:00 June 10. Localized transport disruptions, clashes possible.
Event
The Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) plans to hold a protest near Egmore's Rajarathnam Stadium 11:00 June 10. Organizers are demanding the state government ban online gambling. Several dozen people may attend the protest.
Police are likely to monitor the event and may try to disperse the gathering if it is especially disruptive. Minor skirmishes between protesters and police are possible. Localized transport disruptions may occur, especially if participants attempt to block or march on roadways leading to the Tamil Nadu state assembly and secretariat buildings in the nearby Fort St. George area.
Advice
Avoid the protest as a security precaution. Do not navigate roadblocks due to possible violence. If clashes break out, leave the area immediately. Allow additional travel time in the affected area through the afternoon of June 10. Follow all security and traffic advisories.
