Marching towards making Madurai beggar-free city by 2030
The Madurai Corporation has successfully reduced the number of beggars in the city by 40% through its SMILE scheme. The initiative focuses on rehabilitation, counseling, and reintegration, with the goal of making Madurai beggar-free by 2030.
Why it matters
This program demonstrates a structured, social-welfare approach to urban poverty and homelessness management.
About three years ago, in 2023, a survey in the Madurai city revealed that there were 1,212 beggars and destitute persons.
The article reports on the progress of a municipal social program using statistics and success stories.
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