Acid Attack Survivor

For 4 years, Sanchayita tried to get justice for the brutal acid attack carried out on her.

Acid attacks continue to be a major threat for women in Indian society, with survivors often struggling to make ends meet. Now, new government legislation aims to turn things around by officially giving acid attack survivors recognition as physically disabled and providing opportunities through reservation.

The sting operation, 'Shoot Acid' has been launched by acid attack survivors and activists and aims to check the over-the-counter sale of acid.

At 18, Reshma became a victim of acid attack. Today, she is the face of an award-winning campaign to end the sale of acid.

An acid attack by a trusted friend and neighbour changed Reena's life forever. But she is determined to get an education and move on with her life.

Laxmi, the survivor of an acid attack who has been a strident campaigner for better laws and equal rights, is now modelling in a fantastic new ad campaign!

Take a look at the amazing and candid pictures of acid attack survivors in a one-of-its-kind photo shoot with Rahul Saharan. Watch the survivors revealing their true beauty and their heartbreaking stories.

A horrifying acid attack changed Haseena Hussain's life leaving her visually impaired. But she emerged as a winner and is today changing lives of other such victims. A horrific incident that happened over a decade ago is still fresh in Haseena's memory, but she chose to live a more positive life. Now, she is not only her family's sole bread earner but is also inspiring other victims of violence and abuse to live their lives in a better way.