10 Jul 2023 | 08:28 AM UTC
Bangladesh: Bangladesh Nationalist Party to hold rally at its party office in Dhaka July 12
Bangladesh Nationalist Party plans to protest at its party office in Dhaka, Bangladesh, July 12. Increased security likely.
Event
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) plans to rally outside its party office in Dhaka on July 12 over various demands, including denouncing the ruling Awami League (AL) administration. Organizers have yet to announce the start time of the event, which could attract hundreds of participants.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security in and around the rally site. Localized transport disruptions are possible due to the presence of large numbers of people. Participants may march on or block roadways. Clashes between demonstrators and police, as well as with AL supporters cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a security precaution. Allow additional travel time if operating nearby the protest site. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.
