Urban Slum

In an exclusive conversation, Radhika Mittal, Founder and Director of SSI, tells us why she started the organisation, how it has evolved, and the way forward.

Growing up in Mumbai’s urban slums can be a tough challenge even under the best circumstances. Shashikant Jaiswal has faced severe hardships, but he’s struggled on, and is now a shining inspiration for other members of his community.

60% of Indians defecate in the open. Swapnil Chaturvedi, aka The Poop Guy, is working to provide awesome sanitation services & toilets to the urban poor.