2024-08-27: On Tuesday (27 August), a protest was held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, against a political party, accusing it of worsening atrocities against Dalits and tribals. The protesters aimed to reach the Chief Minister’s residence but were blocked by security barricades and water cannons at Roshanpura Square. A memorandum was delivered to the Governor, demanding a CBI investigation into recent murders.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
