In just one fortnight, we hear of how a eunuch attacked another train passenger after he refused to give money while on a long-distance train. This passenger was stabbed and severely injured in the incident. He is currently in the hospital. This follows at least two other attacks on passengers by eunuchs. While one does empathise with eunuchs who are marginalised and relegated to the fringes of society, facing tremendous ostracism, hostility, lack of job opportunities and avenues, this kind of terror, if we can call it that, is inexcusable.

For years now, eunuchs have been harassing commuters, especially in trains and at traffic signals. In trains they simply plant themselves in front of passengers demanding a sum of money. If the passenger gives them a little less than anticipated, they shower the vilest curses on the person.