(This poem has been written from the viewpoint of a girl. In this era, where people are opting for male heirs, the girl foetuses are being destroyed. This heartwrenching poem speaks the agonies of being a girl. I hope this poem can inspire people to change their attitude towards a girl child.)
A couple of decades ago
You entered the labour room
With nervousness and excitement
You felt a flower was ready to bloom.
You secretly wished and prayed
"I hope it's a baby boy."
You thought it would unlock
The doors of unseen joy.
To your horror, you became numb
When you found I was born
As I had shattered all your dreams
And all your hopes were torn.
You looked sad as I took birth
And you wished I was no more
You silently shed bitter tears
As I locked your happiness door.
You brought me up as an unwanted duty
You looked sad and bemused
I craved for your love and care
But all I got was abuse.
I pleaded to God to answer me
The reason for your bad behaviour
I bore the brunt of step-motherly treatment
With no friend, guide or saviour.
Now I realise my mistake
The crime of being a girl
I feel guilty for being a taboo
That made your happiness null.
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