Untying the knot in Telangana, one childhood at a time
Despite a steady decline in child marriages in Telangana, the practice continues. Poverty, social pressures and family circumstances continue to place girls at risk of being married early, with consequences for their education, health and independence. Abhinay Deshpande examines the persisting issue and its impact on young lives
· 10/8/2026, 11:20:12 PM· 2 min read
Despite a steady decline in child marriages in Telangana, the practice continues. Poverty, social pressures and family circumstances continue to place girls at risk of being married early, with consequences for their education, health and independence. Abhinay Deshpande examines the persisting issue and its impact on young lives
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