‘Jab nahi maante, toh lathi toh hamari hai’: Meet UP’s Green Army, a group of women who once endured violence at their own homes and now walk through villages fighting violence, addiction and child marriage

In Uttar Pradesh, women don green saris and wield lathis, forming the Green Army to tackle pressing village issues like gambling, alcohol misuse, and domestic violence. Drawing strength from their personal experiences, they advocate for girls’ education and fight against child marriages. Their initiatives also include celebrating daughters’ births and supporting sustainable livelihoods, fostering significant social transformation in rural areas.
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