A pink town

Monday's The Australian featured a tiny story in the "Wierd World" section that I thought my blog readers would enjoy. I especially thought of those of you who complained so much when my blog was pink. This story should make you very grateful you don't live in Aurangabad, India. Here is the story of that town:

In a bid to deter crime, authorities have painted the town pink. Aurangabad is the centre of a Maoist insurgency and the town's leaders hope that by painting all buildings bright pink, they will lift morale among the residents. The town's subdivision officer, Arvind Kumar Singh, said: "What better colour than pink, which symbolises good mood, soothing sight and good feelings." All municipal buildings have been painted, and about 80 per cent of private homes. The remainder are expected to be completed this week.

Arvind Kumar Singh knows how to describe the benefits of pink. If only more people agreed with him :). I doubt this town painting effort will reduce crime. It is more likely to make those who hate pink feel like committing crime. Graffiti comes to mind.