India: Bharatiya Janata Party in Punjab to protest outside the Palace of Assembly in Chandigarh March 9

Event

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Punjab plans to protest outside the Palace of Assembly in Chandigarh, March 9 to denounce the local government, led by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Public participation and the start time of the event are unclear.

Authorities will likely deploy additional security in and around the protest site. Localized disruptions are likely due to increased security and the presence of large numbers of people. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes. While bystanders are unlikely to be targeted in any violence, they would face a significant physical threat in the vicinity.

Advice

Exercise caution near the protest site. Allow additional travel time near the assembly. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.