Close to 40% of Bangalore’s population live in slums or in the rural areas. The poor people in this area, own the land after inheriting it from their ancestors but live in dilapidated structures built using mud, wood, plant, strips of cloth and sheets. Most houses have gaping holes in them and are exposed to the elements and rodents. Family members live in one room where all the household activities are done. There is lack of ventilation, sunlight and are a great breeding ground for diseases. Open defecation is still practiced or families use common public toilets for their needs which are almost always in terrible condition. This living condition not only contributes to ill health, but also behavioural issues in their children who are exposed to their parents fights and sexual activity.