Hong Kong: On the 22nd anniversary of the handover from British to Chinese rule Hong Kong police force faced protesters early on Monday. The protesters camped on the streets since 4 am. They had gathered iron poles, bricks and guard rails to obstruct traffic on the roads.
After observing the situation police had warned the protesters not to throw bricks or charge police cordon lines. Police had appealed the protesters not to resort to violence and leave as soon as possible.
However, protestors not only obstructed the daily communication but also tried to batter their way in the legislative building.
Hong Kong is currently in a whirlpool of a demonstration over the controversial extradition bill which many fear would cage the independence of their nation.
The newly framed extradition plan would dissolve the rights and legal protections, which were guaranteed under the city's handover from British colonial rule to Chinese sovereignty in 1997.
July 1 marks the anniversary of Hong Kong's handover from Britain to China. Although the day is usually marked with protests in the city, this year it might witness a massive surge in the number of demonstrators owing to the controversy over the extradition bill.
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