India: Left-wing political groups to stage protest march toward Raj Bhavan government building in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala State, Nov. 15

Event

Activists affiliated with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), outlawed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and other political groups plan to stage a protest march toward the Raj Bhavan government building in Thiruvananthapuram Nov. 15. The purpose of the action is to denounce the governor's state-level policies.

Authorities will almost certainly monitor the event and may attempt to disperse the gathering if it is especially disruptive. Clashes between protesters and police are possible. Localized transport disruptions are most probable along Raj Bhavan Road; temporary road closures and security cordons could be implemented.

Advice

Avoid the protest march as a standard precaution and to mitigate the potential for associated disruptions. If violence breaks out, depart the area immediately. Allow additional time to reach destinations in the vicinity of the march route. Heed all official security and transport advisories.