Gulabi Gang
women's group in India
The Gulabi Gang (from Hindi gulabi, "pink") is a female vigilante group in India. Sampat Pal Devi started the group in 2006 in Banda District, Uttar Pradesh. The group is dedicated to empowering women of all castes and protecting them from domestic violence, sexual violence, and oppression. They also combat political corruption and the oppression of lower caste people, specifically Dalits.
In 2014, the group estimated over 270,000 members consisting of women between 18 and 60 years old. The group uses both non-violent and violent tactics and reports many successful interventions. They aim to support women in attaining financial autonomy, education, and political empowerment. Despite facing difficulties with local government bodies, many members of the Gulabi Gang have been elected into office. The group has also garnered substantial recognition and media attention.
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The Gulabi Gang is officially headquartered in Badausa in Banda district, Uttar Pradesh.
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