WEB DESK
With protests refusing to die down in many parts of India particularly the northeast against the controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Act, at least five countries — the UK, the US, France, Israel and Canada — have issued advisories to its citizens asking them either not to travel to the region or “exercise caution”.
“Demonstrations against the Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) are taking place in some parts of the country. There have been reports of violent protest in North East India, especially in Assam and Tripura. An indefinite curfew has been imposed in Guwahati (Assam) and mobile internet services have been suspended in 10 districts of Assam,” said the UK’ Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) in a statement.
“Transport may be affected in various parts of the region. You should exercise caution if you’re planning to travel in North East India, monitor local media for the latest information, follow instructions of the local authorities and allow more time for travel,” it further said.