Deepali was 21-years old when she got married to a young businessman based in Gurgaon, in 1995. Her father organised a lavish wedding and showered her with innumerable gifts. With a view to ensure her safety and security in the future, he presented her a small flat in Gurgaon.
After almost 16 years of marriage, Dipankar, Deepali’s husband, suggested selling the flat in her name, as he needed money for his business. He persuaded Deepali to agree to his plan, promising to buy her a bigger flat after six months. Deepali, though apprehensive, could not say ‘No’ to her husband. Readers will agree with the author that this is the normal Indian pattern even when your daughter is smart, modern, talented and educated
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