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Civil Unrest Alert-India


The Situation:

On 2 September 2022, the Bahutva Karnataka civil organization is staging a protest in Bengalaru beginning at 10:30 AM. The protest is intended to denounce the Gujarat government’s decision to release convicts of a 2002 sexual crime and murder case. Several dozen to a few hundred are expected to participate.


Possible Effects:

  • Demonstrations, which may grow in size and volatility

  • Blocked roads

  • Increased law enforcement presence and possible clashes with demonstrators

  • Localized transportation and business disruptions


Mitigating Measures to Apply:

  • Prepare for disruptions caused by protests, such as increased traffic and security, blocked roads, and potential travel into demonstration sites.

  • Check the local situation (local and social media, embassy, POC at the destination, etc.) prior to travel.

  • Avoid all protests and demonstrations, which have the possibility of turning violent and may serve as a catalyst of COVID-19 spread.

  • Confirm transportation arrangements before arrival/departure.

  • Allow extra time to travel to/from the destination, airport, and accommodations.

  • Avoid travel near government buildings and central squares, instead utilizing bypasses whenever possible

  • Enroll in a Safe Traveler program to receive warnings from your preferred embassy.

DISCLAIMER and Hold Harmless Disclaimer: LSDS™ gathers information from multiple sources and offers insight and perspective to travelers. Sources cannot be validated for accuracy in every instance. Travelers assume all risk associated with their travel and are responsible for the decisions associated with travel and for their own safety. Users of this reference document agree, to hold harmless LSDS™ (LLC) its employees and clients associated with any risk or injury incurred during travel.


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