In a shocking incident in India, an Israeli tourist and her Indian host were gang-raped by a group of men while another man drowned after being pushed into a canal by the same group, according to police reports.
The incident took place in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, where the Israeli tourist was staying with her host in a rented accommodation. The group of men reportedly broke into the house and attacked the two victims before forcing themselves on the woman. The man was pushed into a nearby canal and drowned while trying to escape.
The police have launched a manhunt to arrest the perpetrators and have registered a case of gang rape and murder against them. The Israeli embassy in India has been informed about the incident and is providing assistance to the victim.
This incident has once again brought to light the issue of safety and security of tourists in India. The country has been criticized in the past for its high rate of sexual violence against women, with several cases of gang rape and assault making headlines both locally and internationally.
The Indian government has made efforts to improve safety for tourists, including setting up a tourist police force and launching campaigns to raise awareness about the issue. However, incidents like this one highlight the need for more concrete action to ensure the safety of visitors to the country.
The Israeli tourist and her host are reportedly traumatized by the incident and are receiving medical and psychological support. The local community has also come forward to support them and demand justice for the victims.
As the investigation into the incident continues, it is important for authorities to act swiftly and bring the perpetrators to justice. The safety and security of tourists should be a top priority for any country, and incidents like this serve as a reminder of the work that still needs to be done to ensure that visitors are safe while traveling.