‘Felt like an animal in a zoo’: American woman’s viral Delhi diary sparks outrage over safety, ‘stare culture’

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An American woman's Reddit post detailing her two-week Delhi stay went viral, describing positive experiences with food and history alongside concerns about persistent staring and street harassment. She recounted a nightclub incident where a man allegedly grabbed her waist and a manager dismissed it as normal. Her account triggered online debate, with many users—including Indians—confirming similar safety concerns. She concluded she would not return to Delhi without feeling unsafe in public spaces.

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