United States Consulate General Hyderabad, India
Demonstration Alert for U.S. Citizens:
Transportation Strike Demonstration in Hyderabad
(November 8, 2019)
Location: Hyderabad
Event: Police and local media have reported that a demonstration of striking state transportation employees may occur in Hyderabad on roads adjoining Hussain Sagar Lake on Saturday, November 9, 2019. Expect large crowds, heightened police presence, additional traffic checks, and road closures.
Actions to Take:
· Avoid the roads adjoining Hussain Sagar Lake (Tank Bund Road and Lower Tank Bund Road).
· 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.
· Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists.
· Notify friends and family of your safety.
· Follow the instructions of local authorities.
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
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