A struggle to save a life
The atmosphere was gloomy befitting the emotions of a young girl. She is about to undertake a life altering action, a consequence of youthful indiscretion. If the action had become public, she would have faced social ostracism in a society that places moral values on a high pedestal and was quick to pass judgment for misdemeanors such as hers. So it was imperative that she kept her identity a secret, as well as that of her destination, ostensibly a medical centre and the estate authorities that backs up this service deemed illegal by the law. The drab facade of the building bellied the activities inside. These uneducated women risk their lives, some die and jeopardize their entire future in the process. Due to myths, cultural and religion taboos, a significant number of estate women avoid contraceptive measures and end up being pregnant, providi...













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