Kashyap, 39, was at work at Sheroes’ Hangout, a cafe in this tourist city that is staffed by survivors of acid attacks. Sheroes’ Hangout is a cafe staffed by acid attack survivors in Agra, India. India has one of the highest rates of acid attacks, along with neighboring Bangladesh and Pakistan. Behind the story: Learning the tales and triumphs of acid attack survivors »For years after the attack, Khatoon covered her face with a scarf. The manager of Sheroes’ Hangout is Rupa Saa, another acid attack survivor.

Source: Los Angeles Times April 18, 2019 10:52 UTC