Goa, May 31 -- Once a haven for peace-seeking travelers, Arambol Beach in Goa is now grappling with a growing crisis as cases of tourist harassment, particularly targeting foreign women, escalate. Visitors have increasingly reported being persistently followed, asked for selfies, and subjected to intrusive and, at times, aggressive behavior from groups of men. This shift in atmosphere is leaving many feeling uneasy, with some choosing to cut short their trips or posting online warnings to fellow travelers.

The rise in such incidents has sparked concern among locals, tourism operators, and officials who worry that Arambol's once-charming image is under threat. Beyond damaging the beach's reputation, the harassment endangers the tourism-dr...