The Economic Times

She was married off at 10, education discontinued. Today, she's a national level powerlifter

Facing poverty and early marriage under Rajasthan's 'Aata-Saata' custom, Durga Kumawat's life was upended at ten. After caring for her ailing father and working multiple jobs, she discovered powerlifting. Her remarkable success in the sport led her to choose self-respect and independence over oppressive traditions.