The footpath where Parveen’s previous home used to be.

Parveen’s birthplace: Her father’s home on the footpath opposite her previous

home.

Parveen’s current home: The Govandi MMRDA settlement.

The dirty water tanks and surroundings. The condition of the settlement when Parveen and the other families first moved in.

Sewage pipes and shafts around the water sources leading to contamination

and diseases.

The many challenges...

Co-ordination between BMC and MMRDA

Lack of trust among the people in the settlement

Missing infrastructure: Taps, valves, motors

No funds for cleaning or infrastructure improvement

Parveen in action: Discussions with representatives from her settlement, GHF volunteers and municipal authorities about problems faced by the residents. She uses

technology – phone and Whatsapp – to communicate efficiently and effectively.

Covered Sintex water tanks

Pilot ozonator to improve water quality

Improvements that have come into effect recently in the settlement, after Parveen’s relentless efforts to improve accessibility and quality. She works with various

stakeholders to make this a reality.

Cleaner surroundings = lesser contamination and diseases. The kids now have a play area too!

Clean water now being used for drinking, cooking and household purposes

Take responsibility, find solutions, act TODAY!

Parveennisa Shaikh Govandi settlement

Contact: 9870504589