Subhechcha Ganguly 
Surprisingly in India, according to the official women centric Data research more than 33% of women have a subject to domestic abuse. Domestic abuse can be not only in terms of physical abuse but can also be subject to abuse of a person’s mental health. This results in deep rooted trauma patterns and way beyond that. Let us talk to Eminent Poetess and Columnist Promila Devi Sutharsan Huidrom on this particular topic.Promila Devi Sutharsan Huidrom is a distinguished poetess and philanthropist and columnist celebrated for her profound literary contributions and dedication to social causes. Her evocative poetry, rich with deep emotions and thought-provoking themes, has earned her the prestigious Rashtriya Pratibha Samman.
Beyond her literary achievements, Promila is deeply committed to philanthropy, focusing on supporting the elderly and underprivileged children. Her selfless efforts have positively impacted countless lives, making her an inspiring force in both the literary and humanitarian spheres.
Q1) When we talk about Domestic Violence what is the first thought that comes to your mind ?
Ans : Domestic violence is something we believe done by the husband to the wife and usually a physical one. In fact, I believe domestic violence can be done with words too and the lady of the home can also do it. There has to be a sanctity in a home environment and both husband and wife is responsible for that. Home is where the heart is at peace, so all the members of the family should make sure to create such a calm and peace ambience at home.
Q2) Very sadly , a large part of the population just considers physical abuse as abuse , mental health is never given the primary importance . What is your take on this and how do you feel we can get a break through on this ?
Ans :I totally agree with this, as I mentioned, violence with words hit more. It cannot be seen outwardly but it does more harm to the receiving end and also to the other members of the family. It can be either husband, wife or other family members in the home.
Q3) What role do you feel the Government should play or the higher authorities should play in these cases ?
Ans :Policies has to be made more for such acts and it has to be promoted so people know about it, at the same time it should be equal for men and women and kids too. There has to be policies to protect the parents of the members too. In fact there are a lot already there but they are not very popular. Usually in India a lady is more protected and men who suffers in fact are more vulnerable. So it should not be baised.
Q4) There is a thinking which comes in the minds of specially a women that – “They have spent so much time in a relationship and what if it does not work out “. What is your take on this topic?
Ans :A women has to be independent in the first place, independent does means having an consistent income, it does not have to be from 9-5 work, which usually beacsue of kids she cannot manage but she can have something to do with having a steady income from earnings. There are innumerable tasks she can do regarding that. Then comes what’s more important for them, if the man is adamant about moving on, let be, she can create herself a more better living. A women does not need to cling on a relationship which is in the verge of an end. What has to go – has to go and life is about moving on. But at the same time she should not have regrets.
Q5) Finally , what role do you think a society and family plays – when it comes to domestic abuse ?
Ans :Domestic abuse is actually a case to be taken to Police. Under no curcumstance should a domestic abuse be hidden or forgiven. Society and family plays a very important role in creating a human we are today. The role of mother and a father plays a key role in making a son and a daughter. They live in a society and society is made up of families and members. At the end of the day, it is important that the kid has got the right education and upbringing both at home and at school. In the latter end, we see a trend or pattern in a society with this kind of upbringing.
A Lady of the home is respected, so is the Man receive regards –
-Promila Devi Sutharsan Huidrom
