India: Shiromani Akali Dal party plans protest outside Punjab Legislative Assembly in Chandigarh March 1

Event

The opposition Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) party plans to state and encirclement protest (gherao) at the Punjab Legislative Assembly in Chandigarh March 1. The purpose of the action is to condemn alleged failures of the state government. Organizers have as yet not announced what time the event will begin; however, it will probably start in the late morning and last until the afternoon. The gathering could draw hundreds of participants.

Localized transport disruptions are likely near the Punjab Legislative Assembly during the demonstration. Security personnel will almost certainly deploy to monitor the protest. Police may set up roadblocks near the demonstration venue to prevent protesters from gathering. Clashes between demonstrators and security forces are possible, especially if police try to disperse the protesters.

Advice

Avoid the Punjab Legislative Assembly during the demonstration due to possible clashes. If violence occurs nearby, leave the area immediately. Heed the instructions of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations in the vicinity of the protest.