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'My Dad Saved for My Education Instead of Dowry; He Stood by Me & Changed My Life'

Summary by The Better India
The town in Bihar where I  grew up witnessed girls my age being married right after Class 10. It was customary for fathers to set aside money for their dowry. But, I had different dreams. And so my father invested that same money into my education. Things were not always easy as we lived in a kaccha (makeshift) house. My father would repair gas stoves to make ends meet. But even when finances were low he ensured I studied.  Though my family was …
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The Better India broke the news in on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
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