Seva Cafe

Ahmedabad’s Seva Cafe is a study in selfless giving and volunteering, with people from all walks of life coming there to spread joy and love.

From feeding the needy to offering jobs to the differently-abled, these unique Indian 'cafes with a cause' are dedicated to making the world a better, more inclusive place.

A young couple in Bengaluru decided to celebrate their wedding in a unique way. Instead of treating their guests with sumptuous food and extravagant celebrations, they decided to use the occasion to help underprivileged children.

Imagine getting into an autorickshaw and at the end of the ride being told that someone has already paid for it. Or after a fabulous meal at a restaurant, instead of being presented with a bill you get a handwritten note that says it was a gift from a guest! Sounds implausible, doesn't it? Well, you might find yourself more at the receiving end of such "random acts of kindness" as the concept of gift economy takes shape in India.