How One Woman Changed Mirzapur's Roads

In Mirzapur, driving an e-rickshaw was never seen as a woman’s job. Chanda Shukla changed that when she stepped into the driver’s seat.

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Work that began as a necessity to support her family, soon became a valuable skill that she mastered. Today, she trains other women to drive, earn, and take control of their livelihoods, turning everyday streets into spaces of opportunity.

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