Padma offers an intimate portrait of womanhood in India and is against the taboos related to infertility. Mala did an excellent job because she has a great understanding of women,” she said. Both of us felt that it is unfair to blame a woman for something beyond her control. Padma is Mala’s first literary fiction and it took eleven years for her to complete the book. Mala hopes to provide awareness to readers on the preconceived notions on infertility.

Source: Indian Express May 31, 2022 07:31 UTC