Dr Bindeshwar Pathak’s visionary leadership in liberating manual scavengers in Alwar and Tonk, Rajasthan, laid the groundwork for their social integration and empowerment. Building on this legacy, Sulabh International is now transforming the lives of these women by training them to become advocates for menstrual health. Through a comprehensive program, women are educated on the…
A replica of the ‘Throne Toilet’, table-top toilets used by British hunters, book-shaped toilets, travel-friendly ‘Porta Pottis’ and incineration toilets, the Sulabh International Museum of Toilets in Delhi features a vast collection of toilet models used over the centuries. Source: https://www.ndtv.com/video/watch-delhi-s-museum-of-toilets-showcases-centuries-of-sanitary-evolution-809265
On May 28, 2024, Menstrual Hygiene Day, Sulabh International proudly inaugurated the Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Knowledge Hub at the Sulabh campus. This dedicated space is designed to foster education, research, and advocacy on menstrual hygiene management. The inauguration was part of a broader celebration of Menstrual Hygiene Day, underscoring the importance of breaking the…
On April 22, 2024, the Hon’ble President of India, Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Vibhushan in the field of Social Work upon Dr Bindeshwar Pathak posthumously. In her message on Twitter, the honorable President wrote, “Dr Pathak advocated for behavior change by encouraging millions to adopt hygienic and safe sanitation practices.” Dr Bindeshwar Pathak, the founder…
On April 3, children from Sulabh Public School and the Sulabh family gathered with hearts full of pride and eyes sparkling with admiration for a special flag-off event, cheering on Sabita Mahato as she embarks on her Everest expedition. From the serene banks of Bihar to the towering heights of Everest, Sabita embodies the spirit…
Yes, Beijing has a museum devoted to tap water BY CATHERINE GARCIA, THE WEEK US PUBLISHED 14-02-2023 Art, natural history and science museums are wonderful places to explore, but sometimes you want a museum shake-up. That’s where these seven out-of-the-ordinary museums come into play, with their focus on toilets, tap water and dog collars.…
ANI |Updated: Jan 26, 2024 03:01 IST New Delhi [India], January 26 (ANI): Former Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu, along with four other recipients, including the late social worker and founder of Sulabh International Bindeshwar Pathak, was honoured with the country’s second highest civilian award, Padma Vibhushan, on the eve of Republic Day.Popular Indian actress Vyjayantimala Bali; actor,…
By Muhammad / January 26, 2024 On the eve of Bihar’s birth centenary, community leader Karpuri Thakur was delighted to be awarded the Bharat Ratna. Now when the Padma awards are announced on the eve of Republic Day, Bihar is in for a treat. Bindeshwar Pathak, who spread the message of cleanliness to the world…
