23 Mar 2023 | 06:31 PM UTC
India: Indian National Congress party likely to hold nationwide protests through at least late March
Indian National Congress party likely to stage protests across India through at least late March. Increased security likely.
Event
The Indian National Congress (INC) party will likely hold nationwide protests through at least late March to denounce the Surat City Court's recent charges against INC party leader Rahul Gandhi involving a 2019 political remark about the prime minister. On March 24, INC supporters plan to march toward Vijay Chowk in New Delhi; demonstrators are likely to gather in the late morning to early afternoon. Activists held similar demonstrations in several areas, including Imphal and parts of Andhra Pradesh on March 23. Organizers have threatened to hold nationwide marches over the coming days.
Authorities will likely monitor any such gatherings and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Clashes between police and activists, as well as between INC activists and rival political groups, cannot be ruled out. Associated localized transport and business disruptions may occur.
Advice
Avoid any demonstrations that materialize as a precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for possible localized transport and business disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
