Eiffel Tower closes after workers protest sexist BAPS visit policies
The Eiffel Tower closed on Monday after workers protested the sidelining of female staff during a visit by BAPS, a Hindu group. Female employees were asked to give way to male staff, prompting an apology from BAPS and outrage from French politicians. The tower has since reopened following the incident.
8 SEPT 2026
— The Hindu
The Eiffel Tower closed for a day due to demands by the BAPS group, sparking political controversy and an inquiry.
— NDTV
The Ministry of External Affairs acknowledged the controversy surrounding the BAPS delegation's visit to the Eiffel Tower after the opening of a temple in Paris.
· THIS STORY — Al Jazeera
The Eiffel Tower closed due to protests from female employees who were asked to give way to male staff during a visit by the Hindu group BAPS.
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