Kenya Protests: India issued advisory for its people, protesters set fire to Kenya's Parliament; 10 people died in violence:Thousands of people angry over the increase in tax burden in Kenya entered the Parliament premises on Tuesday. The protesters have set fire to a part of the Parliament building. MPs are being evacuated safely from the Parliament building. The MPs had recently passed a controversial bill under which new taxes will be imposed. The Indian government is also keeping an eye on the violence spreading in the country.

Reuters. Thousands of people angry over the increase in tax burden in Kenya entered the Parliament complex on Tuesday. Police opened fire on protesters trying to enter the Kenyan Parliament, killing five protesters and injuring dozens.

The protesters have set fire to some parts of the Parliament building. The protesters entered the premises of Kenya's Parliament when the MPs were discussing a bill to increase taxes. Meanwhile, 10 people have died in clashes between protesters and police in Nairobi. 50 people have been injured in the firing.

The Indian government is also concerned about this violence. The Indian High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya shared some guidelines for Indians present there.

Indian High Commission issued advisory

The Indian High Commission wrote on its X handle, "Advice for Indian citizens in Kenya: In view of the current tense situation, all Indians in Kenya are advised to exercise extreme caution. People should not go out anywhere without any urgent work.

At the same time, stay away from the areas affected by violence. At the same time, keep an eye on the local news and the website and social media handles of the Indian High Commission for the latest information related to the violence.

Protesters protesting against the new tax

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has demanded an immediate end to the violence against protesters and called for dialogue and international intervention, a report said. The protesters are protesting against new taxes, including an eco-levy. This will increase the price of items like diapers. However, the proposal to impose a tax on bread was dropped after public opposition.

Kenya's Human Rights Commission shared video of officers shooting at protesters and said they must be held accountable.

Protests are being held against President William Ruto

"The world is watching your atrocities! This action is an attack on democracy," the commission posted on Twitter in a message addressed to President William Ruto. Kenya Law Society president Faith Odhiambo said 50 Kenyans, including her personal assistant, were abducted by police officers.

The Human Rights Commission further said there were cases of kidnapping and torture by the police. The Kenya Red Cross said its vehicles were attacked during the protests. Staff were injured. It did not say who attacked its vehicles or injured its staff.