Indian Model Roshni Sharma Sparks Debate Over Low Pay and Gruelling Hours in Fashion Industry, Reveals Earning Just ₹15–20K for 12-Hour Days and Multiple Shows

&NewLine;<p class&equals;"p1">The Indian fashion industry is facing renewed scrutiny after model Roshni Sharma took to Instagram to share her candid experience of low wages and exhausting work schedules&period; In her post&comma; Sharma revealed that models are often paid just ₹15&comma;000–₹20&comma;000 a day — a sum that may sound substantial at first glance but&comma; she stressed&comma; comes after walking in 3–4 shows and being on set or backstage for over 12 hours&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;&NewLine;&NewLine;&NewLine;<p class&equals;"p1">Her comments have ignited conversations about fair pay&comma; labour conditions&comma; and the gap between the glamorous image of modelling and its behind-the-scenes realities&period; Sharma pointed out that these earnings don’t factor in the significant expenses models bear — from travel and accommodation to grooming and wardrobe maintenance&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;&NewLine;&NewLine;&NewLine;<p class&equals;"p1">Many in the industry and outside have applauded her for speaking up&comma; saying her post sheds light on a systemic issue where creative professionals are undervalued despite contributing to high-profile events and campaigns&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;&NewLine;&NewLine;&NewLine;<p class&equals;"p1">While some fashion insiders defended current pay structures as &OpenCurlyDoubleQuote;market standard&comma;” others called for urgent reform to ensure better compensation and work-life balance for models&period; Sharma’s revelations have opened the door for deeper discussions on equity&comma; transparency&comma; and dignity in the Indian fashion world&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;