Sold as a child bride, escaped at 15: How Payal Jangid became voice against child marriage

 In Rajasthan, teenager Payal Jangid defied tradition by refusing her child marriage at 15. Her courageous act sparked a movement, transforming her into a prominent young voice advocating against child marriage. She now champions girls’ rights and education on global stages, inspiring others to challenge deeply rooted social norms. In Rajasthan, teenager Payal Jangid defied tradition by refusing her child marriage at 15. Her courageous act sparked a movement, transforming her into a prominent young voice advocating against child marriage. She now champions girls’ rights and education on global stages, inspiring others to challenge deeply rooted social norms.