
Meet Shaheen Mallik () , an acid attack survivor who turned her pain into purpose by founding the Brave Souls Foundation, helping 300+ survivors rebuild their lives. Hear from Purnima Devi Barman () , the wildlife conservationist who transformed societal perception of the endangered Hargila Stork, mobilising an army of women to protect the species. And listen to Dr. Shikha Meel Barala () , a legislator and IVF specialist who battles the deeply ingrained bias of son preference to this day.
Their journeys are filled with resilience, determination, and a wistful longing for a world where such battles aren’t necessary. Tune in as we bring you their extraordinary stories of courage and change.
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