Devi Khadka's life story is a powerful narrative of survival and activism. Arrested at 17 during Nepal's civil war, she faced torture and stigma as a rape victim. Rising through the ranks of the rebel movement, she later entered politics as a member of the new parliament. However, she became disillusioned with the leaders' attempt to ignore the realities of wartime rape, driving her to advocate for justice and unite the marginalized voices of women in Nepal. Her story is now explored in the documentary "Devi Khadka: The Undefeated" directed by Subina Shrestha.
Khadka's journey, from a victim of wartime atrocities to a crucial political figure, exemplifies the resilience of survivors seeking justice in a conflicted society.
Through her leadership, Devi Khadka challenges societal taboos surrounding sexual violence and pushes for recognition of trauma inflicted on women during the war.
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