Leave any preconceptions at the door on this Delhi slum tour and prepare to learn how many Delhiites live.
Sanjay Colony is a small slum built on 25 acres of land located in the south of Delhi near the Bahai Lotus Temple and Iskcon temple. Spend a couple of hours walking around and visiting small-scale businesses, a small temple, a mosque and residential areas. Learn about working and residential life and witness how despite the challenging living conditions it remains an area charged with positive energy and strong community.
By the end of the tour you will understand how our NGO, Reality Gives, is working to support local NGOs and bring its excellent Mumbai programs to Sanjay Colony.
*Please note that it’s not possible to take photos while in Sanjay Colony to respect the residents’ privacy
Many Sanjay Colony families work in the clothing industry. See how materials are painstakingly separated to be recycled and then observe the many factories making the finished items.
Visit a small Hindu temple where you will learn about the importance of religion in the residents’ lives.
Uncover the realities of residential life as you wander the narrow lanes with your guide.
Learn about education in Sanjay Colony, what local NGO’s are doing to fill the gap and what Reality Gives is doing to support the local education ecosystem.
In addition to getting an overview of the maze-like tour route, you will get a stunning view of Sanjay Colony!
Sanjay Colony is located close to Harkesh Nagar Okhla Metro Station. You can either meet us there or at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Connaught Place) and the tour guide will travel with you to Sanjay Colony by metro
Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Connaught Place) (See “A” in Map below)
Please meet outside Gate 1 at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station. (Photo)
OR:
Harkesh Nagar Okhla Metro Station (See “B” in Map below)
Harkesh Nagar Okhla Metro Station (See “B” in Map below)
