At least 14 girls and the father of a stalking victim committed suicide during the last four and half months, data shows.
And three men were killed and four others were tortured for protesting at stalking by local youths this year.
Sayeed Ahmed, senior coordinator, Media and International Advocacy of Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK), presented these facts during a discussion at Shilpakala Academy in the capital.
Education Minister Nurul Islam Nahid, as the chief guest, said the government would observe June 3 as a day of campaign against stalking.
Rally, procession and discussion will be held on that day at all academic institutions across the country.
He urged all to work together and wage social movement to stop stalking. “Social values and awareness can prevent stalking and ensure women's easy movement.”
Nahid said the ministry has a plan to include texts addressing such issues in school curriculum.
The teachers would also be trained on social issues to counsel students, he said.
Nahid called upon the religious leaders to play an active role in resisting stalkers.
Sultana Kamal, the executive director of ASK, said political parties should come forward to resist stalking. There are instances where stalkers have taken shelter of the political leaders, she said.
“So, apolitical movement is needed to stop stalking.”
The meeting recommended forming forum comprising school authorities and guardians to protect girls from stalkers.
Participants at the discussion titled “Our Responsibilities to Prevent Stalking” also recommended setting complaint centres at all institutions by issuing circular from the education ministry.
They urged to define stalking and enforce law against it.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Noor Muhammad as a special guest said the police department already initiated some moves to prevent stalking.
ASK Chairperson Hameeda Hossain chaired the discussion.
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The person giving the shelter whoever he may be, political leaders or something else should be publicly punished.
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