“Indian travellers would be aware of recent disturbances in some parts of the United Kingdom. The High Commission of India in London is closely monitoring the situation.Visitors from India are advised to stay vigilant and exercise due caution while travelling in the UK. It is advisable to follow local news and advisories issued by local security agencies, and to avoid areas where protests are underway”, read the advisory.
The advisory asked citizens to avoid areas where protests are taking place to ensure personal safety.
The advisory came in response to a series of violent protests that have erupted in various parts of the UK, causing disruptions and raising safety concerns for both residents and visitors.
UK is grappling with its most severe riots since 2010, as unrest has engulfed multiple cities nationwide. The disturbances, sparked by false rumors surrounding the tragic deaths of three young girls, have been further inflamed by the actions of far-right provocateurs. Authorities are facing immense pressure to quell the violence and restore order.
The riots, which began in response to “disturbances linked to child murders,” have rapidly spread to major urban centers such as Liverpool, Manchester, and Leeds. Misinformation about the nature of the killings has played a significant role in fueling the unrest, with far-right agitators exploiting the situation to incite further violence. As a result, protesters have clashed with police forces, leading to a deterioration of public safety and security.
What is behind the protests?
Following the tragic knife attack that claimed the lives of three young girls at a dance class in Southport, hundreds of anti-immigration groups have taken to the streets in various towns and cities throughout Britain. These groups have been disseminating false information, suggesting that the suspect was a radical Islamist migrant. However, police have verified that the suspect is a British-born individual, and according to media reports, his family identifies as Christian.
As protests escalated and turned violent in parts of England and Northern Ireland on Saturday, UK police responded by arresting dozens of individuals. The government has vowed to take decisive action against those who are exploiting the murder of the three girls to sow discord and create chaos.