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Sanjay Kumar Transitions from Sanitation Worker to Entrepreneur Under NAMASTE Program
Sanjay Kumar, a 42-year-old sanitation worker from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, has transitioned to entrepreneurship with the help of the NAMASTE initiative. Through access to institutional credit and capital subsidy, he acquired a desludging vehicle, enabling him to create an independent source of income. Previously earning around ₹12,000 per month, Kumar struggled to support his family of six, but this support has allowed him to improve his livelihood and contribute to mechanised sanitation services. His journey underscores the potential for sanitation workers to achieve financial independence through targeted assistance and resources.
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