Ex-monk's murder triggers outpouring of rage on internet

Dharamshala: The murder of a former Tibetan monk in Mcleodganj has prompted women from foreign countries to log on to social networking sites to complain about hooliganism by revelers. Young domestic tourists, particularly those from neighbouring states are being targeted for their involvement in such acts. Women from foreign countries are actively sharing the incident on their social profiles.On Sunday, the court remanded the accused in five-day judicial custody. They have been ordered to appear on November 6.
According to the women, they find it difficult to move around freely. Being chased by youths for a picture or other flimsy reasons has become routine. Cassie Childers, coach of the Tibetan women's football team and a resident of New Jersey says the behaviour of men on the streets has gone from bad to worse. "Years ago, the town was a very peaceful place. But these days, being harassed is a regular occurrence. Women are followed and even molested by men. She said authorities should take immediate action to make Mcleodganj a safer place for tourists and residents," she said.
Ghazala Abdullah, who is running a campaign to save the trees around this hill town also feels foreign visitors are not safe here. "Often, a group of youths follow foreign women. They usually ask for photographs but if they are drunk, they try to touch women forcibly. Authorities need to put a stop to this. A helpline number for women should be displayed around the town," she said.
Although police have arrested culprits but their identities are not being disclosed. One probable reason could be to maintain peace between Tibetan and Indian communities.