This experimental project, the first rehabilitation taken up by slum dwellers themselves, set many precedents: a large private bank undertook a large, high-risk loan to a community organization, with a loan guarantee from Homeless International; the 14 foot ceiling-height and the large corridors and landing spaces were unique design concepts that have been adapted for other projects; and most importantly, the completed project has set a precedent for community-led processes.

Rajiv Indira: Rehab building (1) with two wings A&B and 108 units were constructed on the plot once occupied by the Rajiv Indira Society, towards the back of the overall plot area. And Ganga society which was pavement dwellers affected by the road widening project were also accommodated in the building. Since the society did not have a access road, the plans were amalgamated with Suryodaya society, whose developer had abandoned the project and who were in the front part of the plot facing the road. Four buildings have been completed, the fifth ‘for sale’ building is yet to be built. Since facing the property is the Mithi river, 50% of site affected by CRZ II rules so FSI was 1.33 instead of 2.5.