acid attacks in india

At Sheroes, survivors don’t cover their faces. They discuss the scariest moments of their lives. They wear makeup to accentuate their features. They laugh.

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.

When it comes to describing victory, nobody does it better than these survivors who fought all odds with incredible bravery, spirit, and will power – finally emerging as winners by achieving their goals. These are their stories.

Following a Supreme Court order, the Centre has asked all states and union territories to issue instructions to government and private hospitals that acid attack victims should be given free medical treatment.