Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:26am on 30 Sep 2026,Wednesday International
Patrick Branco Ruivo, head of the company operating the Eiffel Tower, will step down at the end of 2026 following a controversy over the exclusion of female staff during a Hindu group's visit. An independent investigation found operational failures linked to the September 5 visit by a BAPS delegation. Female employees were reportedly moved from their workstations and told to avoid contact with the visitors. The incident led to staff protests and a one-day closure of the landmark on September 7. BAPS said it had not requested the removal of women. The Eiffel Tower operator has also announced gender-equality measures and training. (PC: X)
