Srinagar, Oct. 10 -- In Kashmir's growing fashion industry, Shehla Arif has made her mark with creativity and resilience. Her name echoes courage and passion. Once a government employee, she now works as a full-time designer.

Shehla was working in a government job when she decided to follow her passion. She took a major risk and dropped her resignation to follow her dreams. Since childhood, Shehla has had a love for creating and styling. Started as a hobby, it eventually inspired her to risk it all and restart her career graph.

"I was inclined towards drawing, sculpting, and designing since I was in school. I wanted to pursue fine arts, but initially, my parents were sceptical about the career options it provided. Eventually, they agree...