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The year was 2016. In a remote block of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh—Shikhar—a new journey was beginning. At the time, the block had approximately 18,000 households. While around 70% of these had access to toilets, actual usage varied significantly, ranging from just 50% to 90%. Open defecation remained a common practice, deeply rooted in […]

FINISH Society, with the continuous guidance and mentorship of its donor,  has been driving community-centered WASH initiatives with a strong focus on schools. One significant area of intervention has been the promotion of adequate and sustainable menstrual hygiene management (MHM) facilities for adolescent girls. This effort not only addresses infrastructure gaps but also works toward

Nestled in the southern part of Rajasthan, Dungarpur was once a district grappling with the deep-rooted issue of open defecation. In those days, women had to wait for the cover of darkness, facing discomfort, fear, and vulnerability just to meet their basic needs. Words like sanitation and health were distant concepts for most villagers. But

The transformation of a government primary schoolfrom a routine institution to a model of child-led hygieneand sanitation management exemplifies the impact ofthe FINISH Society’s School WASH initiative. Withtechnical support from our team and strategic guidancefrom our donor—our mentor and partner in this journeythis initiative aims to create sustainable behaviourchange alongside infrastructural improvements, laying afoundation for

FINISH Society has been making dedicated efforts in the field of renewable energy. In collaboration with SBI Card and Signify, we have installed nearly 650 kilowatts of solar power plants and over 1000 solar lights across remote and underserved regions of Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan. These initiatives, undertaken with the support of our

In the bustling Mahalaxmi Enclave Housing Society, located in Kota district, Rajasthan, a silent revolution in solid waste management is taking shape. At the forefront of this transformation is Mr. Kuldeep Singh, the society’s dedicated Secretary, whose vision and commitment to environmental sustainability have set an inspiring example for all residents. The change began when

A few years ago, the situation in Wards 21, 5, and 22 of Hardoi Municipality was seemingly beyond repair. Streets were littered with garbage, waste was dumped haphazardly, and sanitation was a major concern. People often complained, but no concrete steps were taken to address the issue. Then came a turning point. Under the Khushali

In the small village of Goradanda in Hardoi district, Ramakant and Dilip never imagined that one day they would become symbols of sanitation and sustainability across the region. Their story is not just about two individuals but about perseverance, dedication, and a wave of behavior change. It highlights how the Khushali Swachhata Initiative brought about

It takes one man to lead the way and the rest follow, says an old saying. Here is the story of a progressive farmer who took to chemical-free farming by embracing organic farming and employing integrated farming techniaues. The story unfols in Budha Gaw village, Hariyawan block of Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, where a remarkable transformation

Mangalpurwa, a small village nestled in the Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttar Pradesh, spent years living in the shadow of darkness and fear. Though the village had electricity, the scattered LED bulbs on a few poles provided little light, leaving the pathways and homes unsafe after sunset. The threat of wild animals, particularly leopards, loomed