In the quiet village of Chandu near Gurugram, a powerful transformation began not with slogans or protests, but with courage, conviction, and community. At the heart of this change stands Pooja Sharma, a woman who dared to step beyond traditional expectations and, in doing so, opened doors for hundreds of others. Breaking Barriers, […]
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The Beginning of a Journey When Jaanu came to speak with us at SheLit, there was something in her eyes that immediately drew us in—a mix of courage, vulnerability, and quiet determination. She sat across from us, taking a deep breath, as if preparing to relive every moment of her life. And then she began
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A SheLit Exclusive In a world where art is often seen as a hobby rather than a career, Sanya Jain is breaking barriers, one brushstroke at a time. From crunching numbers at a Big Four firm to curating her own art studio, her journey proves that when passion meets perseverance, possibilities are endless. We sat
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SheLit News Desk | June 30, 2025 In the heart of Haryana’s villages, a quiet revolution is reshaping the landscape of women’s empowerment and justice—Lado Panchayat, an all-women grassroots initiative, is giving rural women a powerful platform to raise their voices, challenge patriarchal norms, and demand their rightful place in society. What is
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In the heart of Bihar’s Munger district, where opportunities for women are often scarce and traditions run deep, a quiet revolution was led by an unlikely hero—Bina Devi. Fondly known today as the “Mushroom Lady of Bihar,” her journey is not just about agriculture; it’s about courage, empowerment, and rewriting what’s possible for rural women.
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Puja Tomar’s journey from a small village in Uttar Pradesh to becoming India’s first female MMA fighter to win in the UFC is nothing short of extraordinary. Her story is not just about victories in the cage; it is about breaking barriers, defying stereotypes, and proving that dreams know no gender. A Fighter is Born
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March 24, 2025 A young survivor of gang rape in India has transformed her trauma into a mission for justice and awareness, challenging the stigma surrounding sexual violence in her community. Kiran, now 21, was just 13 when she was brutally assaulted by three men in her village in northeast India. Despite initial backlash
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In a world where silence often surrounds the pain of survivors, Tarana Burke became the voice that encouraged millions to speak up. She is not just the founder of the #MeToo movement—she is a warrior for justice, a survivor who turned her pain into power, and a leader who continues to fight for those who
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For centuries, the skies were dominated by men, but Avani Chaturvedi changed that forever. She became India’s first woman fighter pilot to fly solo, proving that no dream is too big for women. A Small-Town Girl with Big Dreams Born in Madhya Pradesh, Avani grew up in a small town but always had big aspirations.
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At just 15 years old, Greta Thunberg sat alone outside the Swedish Parliament with a sign that read “Skolstrejk för klimatet” (School Strike for Climate). She had no idea that this quiet protest would spark a global movement, making her one of the most influential climate activists of our time. A Childhood That Sparked a
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