The newly appointed Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, had pledged to stop harassment of women in the state as part of the BJP's pre-poll promises. Barely a few days since he took the oath, 'Anti-Romeo Squads' have been patrolling across the state to check incidences of eve-teasing.

Eve-teasing is a mere euphemism for a traumatic, humiliating experience where women are targeted like pieces of meat. So, this is a welcome move as it seeks to prevent the painful trend of female harassment witnessed across the country. It is also heartening to see that politicians are trying to smash the stereotype by delivering on their promises made ahead of the elections to attract more voters.