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Headline: Delhi Cafe Provides Safe Haven and Employment for Acid Attack Survivors

New Delhi, December 8, 2025 – Cafe Sheroes Hangout, located in Ghitorni, South-West Delhi, is providing a lifeline for acid attack survivors, offering them employment, dignity, and a sense of belonging. The cafe, officially launched on October 15th, employs 15 survivors, some of whom are currently undergoing training.

For women like Anshu Rajput, 27, who was attacked with acid at age 15 for rejecting unwanted advances, the cafe represents a new beginning after years of ostracism and societal rejection. “Earlier, we used to come to Delhi only for hospital visits, but now the city has a new meaning,” she said. After being denied education because of her appearance, she joined the Chhanv Foundation, the non-profit that runs the cafe. “Through this cafe, we want to send out the message that we are like everyone else, that we have the same rights, and to sensitise people about such attacks.”

Roopa, 30, another survivor, echoed Anshu’s sentiment, stating that she has found a safe community at Sheroes, regaining the friendships lost after her attack. The women live and work together, supporting each other and creating a sisterly bond.

The cafe’s opening comes at a time when the Indian Supreme Court has expressed concern over the slow pace of justice in acid attack cases. While survivors have received compensation, many are still fighting for legal closure. Some, like Anshu, have seen their attackers granted bail, while others, like Roopa, have had their cases withdrawn due to family pressure.

Mamta Thakur, 18, another employee, described how the cafe offers crucial economic opportunities after being attacked along with her mother over a property dispute. “If it weren’t for this job, we would all be hiding our faces at home,” said Jaya, 31.

The women at Cafe Sheroes Hangout are now working as servers and at the counter, embracing their visibility, and hoping to educate the public. They are also exploring Delhi, learning about tourist destinations to share information with visitors. The cafe is open to the public.

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