Pink Saree Revolution – The Gulabi Gang
In Banda District, Uttar Pradesh, the Gulabi Gang—founded by Sampat Pal Devi in 2006—turned the humble pink sari into a symbol of defiance. This female vigilante group empowers women to resist domestic violence, sexual oppression, and social injustice. Arindam Mukherjee’s photo essay captures their strength, solidarity, and fight for dignity.