6 Recent Major Incidents of Hidden Cameras Recording Women
A series of disturbing incidents involving hidden cameras spying on women have been uncovered across India, including at Rameswaram Temple, hospitals, schools, and hostels.
In a recent report by ISH News, a shocking incident was revealed where hidden cameras were found in the changing rooms of the famous Ramanatha Swamy temple in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. This temple, also known as Sri Rameswaram Temple, is a major religious site for pilgrims. The discovery of the hidden cameras has raised serious concerns about privacy and security, particularly for women.
This incident at the temple is just the latest in a disturbing series of similar cases involving hidden cameras used to spy on women. Here are five other incidents that have come to light in recent months:
1. Jim Corbett National Park Incident: In an alarming case, camera traps and drones intended for tracking wildlife, such as tigers, leopards, and elephants, were misused to spy on women in nearby villages. The women were targeted while bathing or performing everyday tasks. As a result, many of them began covering their legs with ankle-length clothes and even started bathing indoors. This led to restrictions on their movement and daily activities, causing great distress.
2. Dwarka Government Hospital Incident: In a shocking incident in Dwarka, Delhi, a hidden mobile phone was discovered in the women's changing room of a government hospital. The phone, placed by a male housekeeping staff member, was discovered when it rang while a junior female doctor was changing clothes. Upon investigation, the accused confessed to recording women in the changing room for over a month. He was arrested shortly after.
3. Bhopal Diagnostic Center Incident: In Bhopal, a woman visiting the MediScan Center discovered a hidden mobile phone in the false ceiling of a changing room. The woman was about to change clothes when she noticed the phone. When the woman and her husband reported the matter, the staff responded aggressively, even attempting to snatch the phone away. The police were called, and the culprit, an employee of the center, was arrested. The man had been targeting women visiting for sonography tests.
4. Noida School Incident: In Noida, the director of the "Learn with Fun" play school was arrested for installing a spy camera in the teachers' washroom. The camera was cleverly hidden inside a bulb socket, making it difficult to detect. The incident came to light when a teacher noticed a faint light coming from the socket. The school initially denied the allegations, but the police investigation confirmed that the camera was streaming live footage to the director without recording it. The school was eventually shut down.
5. Andhra Pradesh Hostel Incident: In a hostel in Gudlavalleru, Andhra Pradesh, female students discovered hidden cameras in their women's hostel toilet. The cameras had been placed there by a group of male students from the men's hostel of the same college. The discovery led to widespread protests by female students, and one of the male students involved was arrested. ISH News also released a video covering this incident.
These disturbing incidents highlight a growing trend of hidden cameras being used to invade the privacy of women. As these cases show, such acts are not only a violation of privacy but also a serious threat to personal safety and security. Authorities must take strict action against those involved in such crimes, and greater awareness is needed to protect individuals from such violations.
You can watch the full video of the Rameswaram incident on ISH News here. https://youtu.be/nKTRoSqxP9A
Similarly, a video on the Andhra Pradesh Hostel incident is also available here. https://youtu.be/nWI3calRZLI
