Kamya Panjabi on National Girl Child Day: "Progress Is Meaningless Without a Change in Mindset"

 

In a time when National Girl Child Day and Women’s Day are celebrated with great enthusiasm, Ishq Jabariya actress Kamya Panjabi has shared a candid and thought-provoking perspective. Known for her role as Mohini on Sun Neo’s popular show, Kamya calls for action over token celebrations, emphasizing that real progress requires a shift in mindset.

Kamya expressed, “Celebrating things like National Girl Child Day and Women’s Day feels like a joke sometimes. All this talk about girls’ rights and equality is meaningless unless we actually act on it. The day our mindset changes and real progress happens, we won’t need special days to celebrate girls or women—it will naturally be part of our lives. Yes, the country is progressing, but the mindset hasn’t moved forward. It’s still stuck in the past.”

A Mother’s Fears

As a mother of a 15-year-old daughter, Kamya highlighted the ongoing challenges women face.
“Even today, if my daughter steps out, I feel scared. I worry about her safety, even with a driver. She’s only 15 now, but when she turns 18, my fears will grow. That’s the reality—we lack trust in society. Cases like Nirbhaya keep happening, and it’s infuriating. Until we address these deep-seated fears and mistrust, celebrating progress feels hollow.”

A Call for Change

Kamya’s powerful words serve as a reminder that true progress isn’t about grand celebrations or speeches but about ensuring safety and equality in everyday life.
“When we talk about girls and their safety, it makes my blood boil. We celebrate progress, but the truth is, the basic fears and mistrust haven’t gone away. Until those things change, what’s the point of celebrating?”

Ishq Jabariya: Kamya’s Role

In Ishq Jabariya, Kamya portrays Mohini, the aunt of Aditya (Lakshay Khurana). The show revolves around the inspiring journey of Gulki (Siddhi Sharma), a spirited young woman with big dreams who navigates challenges in love and self-discovery.

Catch Ishq Jabariya every Monday to Saturday at 7:30 PM on Sun Neo.

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