Residents of an area in the Indian town of Vrindavan in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh have abandoned their homes after a group of monkeys occupied their homes.
Not only did the "gang" of monkeys attack houses, but they launched frightening attacks on children.
Residents were forced to abandon the areas around where the monkeys took their gathering point, choosing an ancient monastery in the center of the area.
A charity organization in the Indian town, Sri Radi Siva Trust, published on its website "Just Giving" that "monkeys come daily in gangs and chasing members of the monastery, and visitors, including children, were recently attacked."
The organization explained that there are fears that monkeys control the "site", as it is increasing self-confidence in the face of humans.
The monkeys occupy the top floor of the building, which includes toilets, making it difficult for anyone to bathe or eliminate the need.
The upper floor also houses a residence for the monastery residents and a kitchen, further complicating the situation and making it difficult to meet basic living needs.
Residents are increasingly concerned that these monkeys are more confident to enter and capture living areas.
The Trust confirms that the behavior of monkeys has changed dramatically now. The association is looking to raise the equivalent of £ 1,400 for metal protection nets, but the donation has been limited to £ 170 so far.
More alarmingly, it is believed that there are thousands of animals, often carrying rabies, in the region.
Monkeys cannot be expelled by force because they are protected by the Wildlife Protection Act 1972.