India: Supporters of Indian National Congress staging protests in multiple cities the evening of July 7

Event

Supporters of the Indian National Congress (INC) party are protesting in multiple cities in India on the evening of July 7 to denounce the verdict by the Gujarat High Court on Rahul Gandhi, an INC leader. Demonstrations have been reported in Mumbai, Raipur, Delhi, and Bengaluru. Further protests are possible over the coming days across the country.

Authorities will likely monitor related protests and deploy additional security. Localized transport disruptions are likely, especially if demonstrators march on or block roadways. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a security precaution. Allow additional travel time near protest sites. Monitor local media for updated information about security and road conditions. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.