Updated On: 24 December, 2019 08:10 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Manushi Chhillar herself runs Project Shakti that empowers women to look after menstrual hygiene in and among their communities.

Manushi Chhillar. Image courtesy: PR
The gorgeous actress Manushi Chhillar, who is set to debut in one of the biggest films of 2020, is championing the cause of girl's right to self-reliance! The former Miss World winner, who has been signed on by Yash Raj Films for their biggest historical, spoke on the need for self-reliance among young girls thereby stressing that this will empower them to chase their dreams and also foster the spirit of equality in their communities. Manushi lent her support to Save The Children Foundation and met hundreds of young girls from the slums of Mumbai who were training themselves in beautician courses in order to provide for themselves and run their families!
Manushi says, "My mom and dad ensured that I was self-reliant. They wanted me to be independent, confident and ambitious to go out in the world, face all the obstacles and ultimately win." She adds, "I was so happy to see so many girls building their own future with their own hands. More and more women should come forward and shape their destiny."