The Eiffel Tower stayed closed on Saturday. No visitors could go up. This happened because the workers decided not to work. They were angry about a new rule that asked female workers to stay out of sight of a Hindu delegation during the weekend. The staff said the request was unfair and they would not follow it.
The union representing the workers organized a protest. They gathered at the tower entrance and held signs. Their message was clear: they would not hide any employee. They said the rule was a form of discrimination and hurt the visibility of women. By refusing to open the tower, they showed solidarity with their female colleagues. The closure lasted the whole day, and tourists had to change their plans. The management later said they would talk with the union to find a solution.
In the end, the tower remained shut until the dispute could be settled. The incident highlighted how a simple request can lead to a big protest when workers feel their rights are ignored.
