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40 Years of Empowering Communities. Creating Lasting Change.

Since 1985, MASHAL has been working hand-in-hand with communities to build inclusive, resilient and sustainable habitats. Every initiative, partnership and effort has touched millions of lives and strengthened communities across urban and rural India.

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Delivering large-scale development initiatives that create measurable transformation in the lives of underserved communities.

Impact at Scale

16
Districts Covered
220+
Projects Successfully Delivered
15000+
Families Benefited Through Housing
10L+
Slum Dwellers Mapped
84300
Reached Vulnerable Community Peoples
1200+
Girls & Women Empowered
132+
School Upgraded
38400
Students Benefitted
1M+
Supported in Disaster Relief
1250+
Interns & Volunteers Engaged
150+
SRA Projects Consulted
60+
CSR & Government Partnerships

Advancing human development and building inclusive, resilient and sustainable communities through housing, education, livelihoods, empowerment and partnerships—creating measurable impact at scale.

Theory of change

Why get involved with mashal?

Inclusive Communities

Empowering communities to participate in decisions that shape their lives and neighbourhoods.

Better Living Conditions

Improving access to safe housing, basic services, clean water and healthy environments.

Education & Opportunities

Upgrading schools and creating opportunities for children and youth to learn and grow.

Resilience & Well-being

Building resilient communities through disaster response, livelihood support and sustainable development

Where We Work

16 Districts Covered
Maharashtra, Karnataka, & Bihar
Urban, Semi-Urban and Rural Communities
Reaching the most vulnerable and marginalized

Our Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

What People Say?

“In our wasti the community toilet was in pathetic condition with broken doors and lights, so we were scared to go there at night. Following the renovation of the community toilet, it is well lit, with good flooring and doors.”
Mrs. Mehjaveen Shaikh, Shinde wasti
"We faced challenges due to the lack of proper toilet infrastructure, especially for our girl students. This much-needed facility has not only resolved a critical issue but has also contributed significantly to creating a healthier and more dignified environment for our students.”
Mr. Kamalakar Gharge, Principal, M. Gandhi Vidyalay, Pusesavali, Satara
"The completed infrastructure is of excellent quality and reflects a strong commitment to creating a better learning environment for our students. We are especially thankful for the distribution of educational kits to our students, which has supported their learning and encouraged regular attendance.”
Mr. Dhanaji Katangale, Teacher, ZP School, Kameri, Satara