“Homeless women are one of the most vulnerable sections in the society, and face numerous cases of harassment – from the police, society and even homeless men” – finds a detailed study in the homeless in Delhi. Released on Saturday, 9 February, the report – titled Understanding Homelessness in Delhi – and undertaken by Indo-Global Social Service Society (IGSSS) highlights several alarming aspects of the harassment faced by the homeless.
For one, three-fourths of the respondents admitted to not helping homeless people who were being harassed, even when they witnessed such acts.
For another, women reported being harassed even as they went about their daily activities – such as when they tried to use the toilets. They even reported being followed by groups of men when they walked in the dark.