
A Bengaluru-based social media influencer recently took to her platform to share a troubling experience of street harassment, involving a 10-year-old boy who allegedly groped her in a public area. The influencer expressed feeling unsafe and disappointed, particularly due to the young age of the harasser. Her post has gone viral, sparking debates around youth behavior, the responsibility of guardians, and the role of societal norms in influencing such conduct.
This incident highlights the challenges women face in urban spaces, with advocates calling for increased awareness and education on respecting personal boundaries from an early age. Community members and activists stress the need for public safety reforms, especially in crowded urban spaces, to prevent such occurrences.