Sanatkada

A museum born from the Sanatkada Lucknow Festival, Lucknow Bioscope is preserving crafts, music, and untold stories of the city — straight from its lanes and local artisans.

These women attend the workshops organised by Sanatkada, a local non government organisation that empowers Dalit and Muslim women through education and vocational training. Many of them are polishing their photography and videography skills.

Domestic violence, sexual harassment and dowry cases are not really news in the rural areas of Uttar Pradesh. But a few compassionate activists and organizations are taking on the issues with the help of theatre.

Several Muslim women in Lucknow are not only becoming independent but are also now helping others like them to pursue their passion and break the age old stereotypes. Know more about these brave women who have finally come out of the shadows.