Aslam Shaikh, MLA from Malad West, halted the ongoing land survey for the Dharavi redevelopment project in Aksa village, Malad West, by involving the local residents and leading the protest. In a bold move, Sheikh also challenged BJP leader Ashish Shelar to allow Dharavi residents to settle in Bandra, questioning the sincerity of the opposition's stance on the issue.

Barefoot Acupuncturists uses the Chinese art of acupuncture to treat patients from Mumbai's slums. From paralysis to sleep disorders, this seven-member team has been healing patients for as little as Rs 20, and in some cases, even for free.