Meera* was just five years old when she was brought to Anandalay Girls’ Hostel. Before that, she had lived in the red-light area of Ghatkopar, where her mother was caught in the sex trade. Meera spent long hours alone in a small, unsafe space. With no one to care for...
Aman* is a 12-year-old boy from a hardworking family living in Turbhe. His father is a truck driver who is often away, and his mother works as a housekeeper to care for their home. Aman has two older sisters and a younger baby brother. With limited resources and many...
Aarfa* is a 14-year-old girl living in Turbhe with her parents and two brothers. Originally from Patna, her family moved to the city in search of better opportunities. Aarfa’s early education was disrupted when she spent a few years in her village, leading to a...
When Ravi* was found wandering alone in Mumbai’s Khar area at just nine years old, no one knew where he had come from or why he was there. Separated from his family and without care or direction, he was brought to Chembur Children’s Home (CCH) by the police in 2021....
Aditya* was only six years old when his life took a difficult turn. After both his parents passed away, his uncle, who was already struggling financially, was unable to care for him. He made the tough decision to hand Aditya over to a government remand home. Later,...
