Location:  Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Event:  The relocation of the U.S. Embassy in Israel on May 14 may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent.  There may be a demonstration on Friday, May 18^th at 4:00 p.m. near Mannady and Parry’s Corner in Chennai.

Actions to Take:

• Avoid areas with demonstrations and civil disturbances.
• Keep a low profile.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Do not draw attention to yourself.
• Review your personal security plans.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy New Delhi
  Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri 110021
  telephone: +91-11-2419-8000
  https://in.usembassy.gov

• U.S. Consulate General Mumbai (Bombay)
  C-49, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400051
  telephone: +91-22-2672-4000

• U.S. Consulate General Chennai (Madras)
  220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, 600006
  telephone: +91-44-2857-4000

• U.S. Consulate General Kolkata (Calcutta)
  5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 700071
  telephone: +91-33-3984-2400.

• U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad
  Paigah Palace, 1-8-323, Chiran Fort Lane, Begumpet, Secunderabad 500003
  telephone: +91-40-4033-8300.

• State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

• India Travel Advisory and Country Page
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
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By U.S. Mission India | 17 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert