Janaki

Janaki, a 46-year-old woman from Tikapur in Kailali, has endured societal pressure and domestic violence after giving birth to three daughters. Married at 15, she faced increasing pressure to produce a son, leading her to undergo an abortion after discovering her fourth pregnancy would also result in a daughter. Despite her struggles, Janaki's story highlights the deep-rooted gender biases that persist in her community, reflecting a broader issue faced by many women in the region.