India: Protests planned at District Collector's office in Pune on September 17

Event

Protests to condemn the recent Supreme Court decision to suspend educational and job quotas for the Maratha community are planned to take place in Pune (Maharashtra state) on Thursday, September 17. Hundreds of demonstrators are expected to gather at the District Collector's office in Pune at 11:00 (local time).

A heightened security presence is to be anticipated in the vicinity of any protest site, along with disruptions to overland travel.

Advice

Those in Pune are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, avoid all protests or demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.