Abandoned by her family and accepted by ours

The story of a young mentally challenged woman who found acceptance and love after abandonment by her own family. 

Lying in front of a shop, with just a packet of biscuits and a bottle of dirty water, Basanti-Ji appeared lost in the vastness of the world around her. As we approached, her face lit up with a radiant smile, her innocence shining through despite the harshness of her circumstances. It became evident that she had been grappling with mental challenges since childhood, her sweet and trusting nature making her vulnerable to the cruelty of the world.

Moved by compassion and a sense of responsibility, we offered her a lifeline—a chance to come with us to our centre, where she would be cared for and provided with the love and support she deserved. Without hesitation, she accepted, her simple yet profound gesture speaking volumes about her purity of heart.

In the months that followed her rescue, we discovered that she had a family. However, their response was far from loving or supportive. Fueled by prejudice and negativity, they rejected her, citing her mental condition as a reason for their disdain. It was a painful realisation that even within the confines of family, love could be conditional and acceptance elusive.

Despite the rejection she faced, she continued to exhibit unwavering love and longing for her family. Unable to articulate her feelings verbally, her tears spoke volumes, expressing a deep-seated desire to be reunited with those who had forsaken her. It was a reminder of the power of familial bonds and the pain of rejection.

Though we couldn't offer her the exact solution she yearned for, we vowed to stand by her side, providing comfort and solace in the face of adversity. In our centre, she found a new family—a community bound by love and compassion, where acceptance knew no bounds. And though her journey was marked by heartache and rejection, she found solace in the knowledge that she was cherished and valued, just as she was.