Child Bride Returns To School With Husband’s Support
Santana Murmu was only 14 when she got married. Her hope of becoming a teacher crushed forever, like the dreams of thousands of other child brides in our country. Fate was on Santana’s side, giving her a chance to continue her education. After four years of marriage, her husband realized and understood her desire. An early marriage ended the education of females for most child brides but Santana Murmu showed she was made of sterner stuff. With her husband’s support, this courageous girl decided to break the barriers that prevented her from following her dreams. DREAMS LEFT BEHIND Santana hailed […]
