Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan

Rejected for not bearing a son, Ganga steadfastly raises her three daughters amid the sacred city of Varanasi. She confronts the injustice and hardship that still accompany her situation, refusing to be defeated. Their eventual triumphs become Ganga's greatest victory.

The piece is a programme presented as an episode, titled “Abandoned for not bearing a son, a resolute Ganga…”. It falls squarely within the episode genre, offering a self‑contained narrative that can be watched in a single sitting. The story follows Ganga, a woman who is cast aside because she has not produced a male heir. Undeterred, she takes on the task of raising her three daughters in the historic city of Varanasi. Despite facing constant injustice and the weight of societal expectations, Ganga remains steadfast, guiding her children through the challenges that come their way. Set against the bustling, sacred backdrop of Varanasi, the series paints a vivid picture of daily life along the ghats and the cultural fabric that shapes the characters’ experiences. Ganga’s resolve is highlighted by her refusal to accept defeat, and her determination becomes the driving force that propels the family forward. In the end, the successes achieved by her daughters—born out of hardship and prejudice—are portrayed as Ganga’s ultimate triumph. Their victories, earned through perseverance, stand as the most significant reward for a mother who was once abandoned for not bearing a son.