The Times of India

Class 9 girl who fled after being scolded over studies returns home after 21 months under Operation Muskaan

A 16-year-old girl, who ran away from home after being scolded for her studies, has been reunited with her family after 21 months. She traveled to Pune with a friend and survived by taking odd jobs. The breakthrough came during Operation Muskaan, leading to her safe recovery.