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Dr. Mary Poonen Lukose: India’s first female legislator, pioneering physician commemorated in a documentary

Dr. Mary Poonen Lukose: India’s first female legislator, pioneering physician commemorated in a documentary

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In 1924, when Dr. Mary Poonen Lukose was nominated to the Travancore Legislative Council, making her India’s first female legislator, she was already a trailblazer with several firsts to her credit. Now, on October 9, a documentary Dr Mary Poonen Lukose: Charitram Piranna Kaikal, directed by Dr Praseetha K, research assistant at Sabha TV, will […]

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Five women, physically-challenged, are erasing stereotypes by empowering people

Five women, physically-challenged, are erasing stereotypes by empowering people

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Differently-abled is a euphemism these women dislike. Despite facing several challenges, they are empowering people and making a difference in their lives. They want to prove why it is important to listen to disabled people for an inclusive society.   On the occasion of International Women’s Day, MetroPlus speaks to some of the women leading the […]

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