VARANASI: Family troubles forced Sharmeen Ansari (19) to quit studies after completing her intermediate. However, her dream of becoming an interior designer is still intact as she proudly showcases the handmade interior decorative items made by her. And, she has further dreams to prepare curtains, pillows and matching handmade artefacts with plaster of Paris and stone.

Similarly, Shabnam (15) a school drop out and a native of Pilikothi area, is of the opinion that she could lend a helping hand to her family business as well as make money with her creative skill of dress designing. On the other hand, Tasneem (14) has already decided that she would become a computer engineer.