Mahila Housing Trust

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱 As temperatures soar, women and men in #constructionworkers face dehydration, fatigue, and lost wages from heat exposure. Mahila Housing Trust (MHT) piloted cooling jackets at sites like Amaraiwadi and Ashirwad Residency in Ahmedabad. Here's what Construction workers say: Sataben, a construction worker: "This cool jacket makes me feel so much more comfortable during work. I had to lift sand, cement, gravel, and other materials." Champaben, a construction worker: "I wear this cool jacket that gives us fresh air, keeps us cool during work, and prevents sweating! We take it off during lunch. It's very comfortable." Virjibhai, a mason: "I put it on at 9 AM and take it off for just half an hour at noon. It provides cool air and feels great-comfortable all day!" These jackets reduce temperature by 5-7°C, boosting comfort and productivity. MHT is scaling worker-centric solutions for heat-resilient communities. Through such efforts, let's advance practical solutions to build heat-resilient communities-especially for those most exposed to climate risks. Share to spread awareness! @ndmaindia | @Bijalb_15 | @cdri_world | #HeatAction #ClimateResilience #WomenWorkers #HeatActionDay #ConstructionWorkers #Ahmedabad #MHT #MHTImpact #CoolJacket #ExtremeHeat @AmdavadAMC @ifrc

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 "𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁" 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗹𝘂𝗺𝘀? In the urban slums of Patna and Gaya, a goat is far more than livestock. It is a critical safety net in form of a "quick cash" asset that families sell to cover medical emergencies or seasonal income gaps. But climate change is turning these lifelines into liabilities. When a monsoon floods a slum or a “cold wave” hit or a heat wave strikes the ultra-poor don't just lose an animal; they lose an instant investment of ₹3,000–₹4,000. Our field report suggests that 25% livestock in urban slums died last year due to extreme weather & resulting health issues. Beside high mortality it also leads to reduced weight gain, poor health and reduced milk production, leading to reduction in family income. At Mahila Housing Trust (MHT), we believe that to protect livelihoods, we must build resilience from the ground up. In partnership with @brlps_jeevika and @BRACworld, we are piloting a holistic, climate-adaptive model designed to turn vulnerability into sustainable growth. The All-Weather "Goat Shade" Our technical solution addresses Bihar’s extreme seasonal swings with a compact, urban-ready design: -Monsoon Resilience: Raised platforms on sturdy stilts keep goats above floodwaters and mud, curbing the parasites and "foot rot" that thrive in damp city slums. -Heatwave Protection: Specialized "cool-roof" systems using natural thatch and reflective insulation drop internal temperatures significantly, preventing heat stress during scorching summers. -Winter Shielding: Fully enclosed walls with high-performance insulation and Ceramic Heat Emitter Lamps block freezing winds, slashing hypothermia-related deaths. Health & Nutrition Shield Partnering with Aga Khan Foundation India, our care package goes beyond roofs to make goat assets thrive. Key Components: -Precision Nutrition: Train families in Azolla cultivation—high-protein fern cuts fodder costs 30%, year-round. -Proactive Health: Routine vaccines/deworming prevent pneumonia, PPR outbreaks. -Growth Monitoring: Simple tools track weight/health for early detection, optimal sales. True climate adaptation isn't just about big infrastructure, it’s about protecting the smallest, most vital assets of the urban poor. How can we better integrate livestock protection into urban climate policy? Let’s discuss in the comments. #MHTImpact #ClimateAction #HeatResilience #Livelihoods #Bihar #UrbanPoor #WomenEmpowerment #BeatingtheHeat @axisfoundation | @BMGFIndia | @NULM_MoHUA | @SirazHirani | @Bijalb_15 | | @ndmaindia @cdri_world @tatatrusts

Jalgaon Slum Gets #CoolRoofs for Heat Relief A cool roofs project launched in Laxmi Nagar slum-a heat-vulnerable area in Jalgaon ward. The event united the additional commissioner, Smt. Shobha Baviskar, the sectional engineer from the Environment Department and local community women. Cool roofs, coated with solar-reflective white paint, reduce indoor temperatures by 2-5°C, easing heat stress and cutting electricity costs for urban poor households. This season, 100 slum houses will get the cool roof treatment with solar reflective white paint. Mahila Housing Trust (MHT) is developing the Jalgaon Climate Action Plan (CAP) with Jalgaon Municipal Corporation, which is nearing rollout and helps by providing a structured roadmap for timely, coordinated heat mitigation efforts—integrating cool roofs, community training, and policy advocacy to build lasting urban resilience. #CoolRoofs #ClimateAction #JalgaonCAP #HeatResilience #UrbanCooling #WomenEmpowerment #SustainableCities @ndmaindia | @HSBC_IN | @Misereor @torrontoun @swachhjalgaon45 @AmalnerMCI @UofT @moefcc @CMOMaharashtra

Protecting #ConstructionWorkers from Rising #HeatRisks As temperatures rise, construction workers are among the most affected-especially in cities like Ahmedabad, where work continues even under extreme heat, exposing workers, particularly women, to significant risk. Women construction workers often spend long hours carrying heavy loads, mixing concrete, and working on exposed sites with little or no shade. During extreme heat, they face multiple challenges, including dehydration, fatigue, dizziness, heat exhaustion, and in severe cases, heatstroke. The combination of intense physical labour, direct sun exposure, and limited access to rest, water, or cooling further worsens their health and working conditions. Extreme heat also impacts their health, productivity and income. Frequent breaks due to exhaustion, reduced physical capacity, and health issues can lead to loss of daily wages—making them even more vulnerable. To address these challenges, Mahila Housing Trust (MHT) has introduced a pilot of ‘Cooling Jackets’ for construction workers in Ahmedabad at the Amaraiwadi, Ashirwad Residency, Gujarat Housing Board Redevelopment Housing site. As part of this initiative, cooling jackets have been provided on a demonstration basis to 4 male and female construction workers working during peak heat hours. Feedback is being collected from both workers and contractors to assess comfort, usability, and effectiveness. Cool Jacket Features: 🔹 Helps reduce temperature by 5–7°C 🔹 Lightweight, durable, and suitable for outdoor work 🔹 Supports better comfort and productivity during extreme heat hours This initiative aims to provide immediate relief while exploring scalable solutions to protect construction workers’ health, safety, and livelihoods. Through such efforts, MHT continues to advance practical, worker-centric solutions to build more heat-resilient communities-especially for those most exposed to climate risks. @ndmaindia @Bijalb_15 | @cdri_world #HeatAction #ClimateResilience #WomenWorkers #ConstructionWorkers #Ahmedabad #MHT #MHTImpact #CoolJacket #ExtremeHeat | @AmdavadAMC

𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗦𝗜𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗱𝗵𝗽𝘂𝗿 On 23rd March 2026, a one-day training program on heat safety and preparedness was organized in Jodhpur under the Heat Action Plan, jointly led by Municipal Corporation Jodhpur and Mahila Housing Trust (MHT). The training was conducted at the Municipal Corporation office under the leadership of Commissioner Shri Siddharth Palanichamy Ji. Chief Sanitary Inspectors (CSIs), municipal officials, and frontline workers participated in the session. The program also received active support from Chief Health Officer Mr. Sachin Maurya, Nodal Officer (HAP) Mr. Ankit Purohit, and Ms. Pranita (AEN). The objective of the training was to equip CSIs and municipal staff with essential knowledge and practical measures to prevent and respond to extreme heat (heatwave) conditions. The session focused on enhancing awareness, preparedness, and response capacity among frontline workers. During the session, Mr. Jayendra Singh, Program Coordinator, MHT Jodhpur, highlighted the severe impacts of extreme heat on vulnerable groups—including outdoor workers, women, pregnant women, elderly people, children, and those with existing illnesses. This training marks an important step towards strengthening the resilience of municipal staff in Jodhpur, enabling them to effectively respond to heatwave risks and safeguard public health. @ndmaindia @cdri_world #HeatActionPlan #Jodhpur #HeatSafety #ClimateResilience #UrbanHeat #HeatwavePreparedness #CapacityBuilding #FrontlineWorkers #PublicHealth #ClimateAction #MHT #UrbanResilience #LocalGovernance

𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 As part of MHT's ongoing heat resilience work in Ahmedabad, spatial analysis was conducted overlaying reported heatstroke cases shared by AMC against high-heat zones identified by MHT’s Heat Resilience AI-based decision support dashboard. The dashboard outputs reveal that 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝟖 °𝐂 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐱 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲. Cases falling within a 200-metre buffer of these zones were examined against prevailing heat index values. The analysis reveals that 58% of recorded heatstroke cases were concentrated in the 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐱 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝟒𝟗°𝐂 𝐭𝐨 𝟓𝟏°𝐂, 𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬. This provides critical evidence for prioritising targeted interventions in the city's most heat-stressed areas. We are grateful to Dr Tejas Shah, Additional Medical Officer of Health, AMC, for his support in this initiative. #HeatActionPlan #UrbanHeat #HeatResilience #ClimateResilience #PublicHealth #Heatwave #ExtremeHeat #DataForAction #AIforGood #UrbanPlanning #CityResilience #Ahmedabad #MHT #ClimateAction #HealthAndClimate #EvidenceBased #HeatRisk #UrbanHealth #ResilientCities #LocalAction @ndmaindia @cdri_world | @Bijalb_15 | @AmdavadAMC

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝗠𝗛𝗧’𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 #𝗕𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗿 Extreme heat is more than a challenge for urban poor women, it is a financial barrier. In partnership with @brlps_jeevika and @BRACworld, Mahila Housing Trust - MHT conducted a Climate Vulnerability Assessment of Urban Poor Livelihoods in #Bihar to identify how rising temperatures affect economic stability & wellness. The study revealed that women vendors lose approximately 10% of their income as heat spoils their fresh inventory. Our goal is to empower these women with affordable smart and sustainable tools that protect their earnings from the changing climate. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 In collaboration with #JEEVIKA, and #BRACInternational, MHT is working to integrate climate adaptation into the flagship #JEEViKA livelihood program. Our goal is to empower women with smart, sustainable tools that protect their earnings from the changing climate. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 "𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲" On March 18, 2026, in Patna, we conducted a capacity-building training for our first cohort of 10 women entrepreneurs. We provided them with the game-changing solution “Cool Crate" designed for climate-adaptive livelihoods. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿𝘀: ✔️ Extends freshness up to 2x - reducing losses and increasing sales ✔️ Water-based (passive) cooling - keeps produce up to 12°C cooler ✔️ No electricity required - ideal for informal settings ✔️ Maintains perishable items quality & weight - ensuring better prices ✔️ Portable & easy to use - suited for mobile & stationary vendors ✔️ Higher capacity (up to 25 kg) - enabling efficient storage The training session focused on the use and maintenance of the Cool Crate while also helping vendors identify 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻. Through interactive demonstrations and discussions, participants gained hands-on insights and showed strong interest in adopting the solution. Ms. Nutan Kumari (SJY Block Nodal Officer), Master Resource Persons (MRPs) from three wards also attended this training. By integrating climate adaptation into livelihood programs, we are ensuring that urban poor communities remain resilient and financially secure. #MHTImpact #ClimateAction #HeatResilience #Livelihoods #Bihar #UrbanPoor #WomenEmpowerment #WomenLedDevelopment #BeatingtheHeat @ndmaindia @Bijalb_15 @SirazHirani

On #WorldWaterDay 2026, Mahila Housing Trust (MHT) highlights its long‑standing water and sanitation initiatives in India’s informal settlements, where women‑led Community Action Groups engage in a techno‑social process-identifying gaps in services, mapping locations of water points and toilets, using mobile tools and participatory mapping, and analysing data to strengthen local governance and planning. These women leaders combine grassroots organising with digital tools and spatial analysis to track water access, monitor infrastructure, and advocate for better services. Through this #sociotechnical approach, MHT has reached out to over 20,00,000+ individuals, showing that equitable access to water and sanitation is not only a technical challenge but a matter of water and gender, dignity, and climate‑resilient urban futures. #MHTImpact #WorldWaterDay #GenderandWater #WaterandSanitation #WaterManagement #WaterGoverance #UrbanWaterManagement #RainWaterHarvesting #Sanitation #Water @ndmaindia @bijalb_15 @cdri_world

𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱’𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 With Ahmedabad already hitting 41°C in March, traffic police on the ground face growing dangers from extreme heat. To address this, Mahila Housing Trust (MHT), in collaboration with 𝗔𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲, has launched a pilot of Cool Jackets at Pakwan Crossroads, Ahmedabad. For the pilot, traffic police are testing the cooling jackets. Authorities say it will gauge how well the gear reduces heat stress and improves on-duty conditions. 𝗦𝗵𝗿𝗶 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹, 𝗗𝗖𝗣 (𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻), shares: "Ahmedabad is getting hotter. To protect our on-duty personnel from the heat, we've collaborated with MHT to provide cooling jackets to the traffic police personnel. Continuous airflow circulates across the torso, neck, and underarms, speeding up sweat evaporation—your body's natural cooling mechanism. This boosts evaporative cooling, forming a microclimate inside the jacket that feels several degrees cooler than ambient temperatures. The jackets use lightweight, high-density polyester blends to efficiently trap and direct airflow while staying breathable. Elastic cuffs and adjustable waistbands seal in the cool air, enhancing the effect. Features of Cool Jacket: ✔️ Reduces body temperature by 5–7°C ✔️ Designed for long hours of outdoor duty ✔️ Improves comfort, safety, and productivity This initiative under the Ahmedabad Heat Action Plan highlights how innovation can protect frontline workers from rising heat risks. Building a more heat-resilient Ahmedabad, one solution at a time. #HeatActionPlan #Ahmedabad #ClimateResilience #UrbanHeat #TrafficPolice #FrontlineWorkers #MHTImpact @AmdavadAMC @PoliceAhmedabad @ndmaindia @cdri_world

MHT hosted a workshop on March 10 in Ahmedabad titled “From Data to Action: Leveraging Open Building Insights (OBI) for Climate-Resilient Cities.” It united government reps, partners, practitioners, researchers, and community leaders to blend data with grassroots insights for stronger urban climate planning. Bijal Brahmbhatt (MHT) showcased OBI's role in spotting heat vulnerabilities and enabling community-led #climateresilience, spotlighting women from informal settlements in data validation and local solutions. Shri Abhishek Surana, Collector of #Churu District, Rajasthan, noted growing government interest in such tools for evidence-based climate action. Shipra Sharma (ISA) warned of informal communities' vulnerability amid intensifying climate change, urging reliable data and responsible AI for inclusive fixes. Vinodh K. (IBM ISA) discussed the IBM Impact Accelerator for scaling grassroots innovations via partnerships, especially women-led climate efforts. Aditi Joshi covered the #CleanEnergy Cohort's community-driven sustainability paths, while Ashish Jindal (SEforALL) stressed multi-stakeholder ties to localize global climate goals. Chintan Shinde (MHT) demoed OBI for building-level heat assessments and targeted interventions, crediting community women for surveys and validation. Kinjalben, a community leader, shared her hands-on role in resilience work. Shikha Srivastava (#TataTrusts) highlighted OBI's fix for fragmented data, and Gauravi Lobo (U of Toronto India Foundation) praised data tools for inclusive planning. The event wrapped with eight group discussions on OBI apps like heat mapping, rooftop solar, and new city-level uses—reinforcing data, partnerships, and community leadership for resilient cities. @ibm_in @SEforALLorg @ndmaindia #climateresilience #IBM #GIS #AI #MHTImpact

𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝗮𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝗛𝗔𝗣)! Nagar Nigam Jaipur (@Swachh_Jaipur) in partnership with Mahila Housing Trust and with support from @FoundationIifl (IIFL Foundation) launched the 𝗝𝗮𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝗛𝗔𝗣) - a locally rooted, scientifically informed roadmap to protect communities from rising extreme heat. Shri Ravi Jain (IAS), Secretary, Shri Pratik Juikar, State Mission Director, ULB, Dr. Gaurav Saini, Commissioner, Nagar Nigam Jaipur; Ms. Madhu Jain, Director, IIFL (India Infoline Group) ; Dr. Surendrakumar Saini, Deputy Director, Hospital, Rajasthan, Shri Radheshyam Sharma, Scientist D., IMD., Bijal Brahmbhatt (@Bijalb_15) and Bindiya Patel who collectively brought leadership and expertise from urban governance, disaster management, public health, climate resilience, and community development to the launch of the Jaipur Heat Action Plan. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 Jaipur Heat Action 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 on addressing the impacts of extreme heat on both 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 and occupational health, 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 risk such as 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲 and heat 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗮𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 among vulnerable groups. To strengthen Heat Vulnerability Index Mapping, spatial layers of pregnant women, children, and the elderly population along with non-communicable diseases were integrated, enabling better identification of high risk wards and target Heat mitigation actions. The HAP is integrated with Rajasthan’s State Action Plan on Climate Change and Human Health, ensuring continuous monitoring, evaluation, and long‑term resilience. This is not just a response to higher temperatures-it is a step toward inclusive, climate‑resilient urban planning. #JaipurHeatActionPlan #HeatActionPlan #ExtremeHeat #ClimateResilience #UrbanResilience #JaipurNagarNigam #MahilaHousingTrust #IIFLFoundation #HeatWavePreparedness #ProtectingTheVulnerable #ClimateAction #PublicHealth #Rajasthan

International Women's Day: Personal & Menstrual Hygiene Training! On International Women's Day, Mahila Housing Trust-with @HCL_Foundation 's support-held a special training at Satyavadi Harishchandra Bandhu Hospital. It was for women and girls from New Daudnagar, Old Daudnagar, Allu Nagar, and Ghazipur Balaram women groups. Dr. Srishti Sharma and Dr. Samridhi Srivastava shared key tips with the women. They explained why personal hygiene is vital for girls, pregnant women, and older women-and why daily health care matters. Women from Shram Vihar shared how menstrual cups transformed their lives. Participants opened up about issues like period pain, stomach aches, knee pain, hair fall, weakness, dizziness, bloating, shoulder pain, urine infections, and headaches. Doctors stressed how regular exercise and nutritious food build a strong body. They warned strongly: Avoid home remedies for serious issues like urine infections-they can worsen problems. After hearing concerns, doctors recommended key tests. They advised: "Always finish full treatment with a doctor. Don't stop midway to avoid bigger issues. Never take medicine without guidance." Women and girls shared inspiring stories of how Mahila Housing Trust changed their lives and beat challenges. Women from Faizullaganj Ward visited the Shram Vihar area. Local women's groups shared the big improvements in their lives and community from Mahila Housing Trust's various interventions. International Women's Day: Empowering women for lifelong health! Join us! #WomensDay #MahilaHousingTrust #HealthForAll #MenstrualHygiene #HCLFoundation #MHTImpact #InternationalWomensDay @HclUday

Mahila Housing Trust has been associated with Jalgaon City Maharashtra India Jalgaon Municipal Corporation as a knowledge and implementation partner, supporting the development of the #ClimateActionPlan for #Jalgaon City in collaboration with the Municipal Corporation. Recently, a Stakeholder Consultation on the Climate Action Plan was successfully held in Jalgaon to gather collective feedback and strengthen the Climate Action Plan. The event also saw participation from key government agencies and private sector representative. Local institutions and NGO also marked their presence, making the consultation a truly inclusive and collaborative platform for shaping a sustainable future for Jalgaon. #ClimateActionPlan #Jalgaon #StakeholderConsultation #CollaborativeGovernance @Deloitte | @HSBC

This International Women’s Day, MHT aligns with the theme "Give To Gain", recognizing that progress on gender equality comes when we invest in women's leadership, safety, and rights. For over three decades, MHT has harnessed technology and social innovation- including AI-based learning-to transform their lives, enabling access to safe housing, sustainable energy, water, sanitation, and dignified livelihoods, while advancing community-led action on climate change. We understand that when we give women the tools, resources, and platforms they need-like AI-driven skills training-everyone in the community gains. From securing safer homes to leading urban development projects and mastering AI for smarter community solutions, the women we support are not just transforming their lives-they are changing entire neighborhoods, fostering economic independence, and building sustainable futures. The key to sustainable development lies in empowering women and giving them the support they need to lead and thrive. #WomensDay #GiveToGain #Empowerment #GenderEquality #ClimateResilience #InclusiveCommunities #MHT #WomenInLeadership #SustainableDevelopment #WomenEmpowerment #AIForGood #MHTImpact #InternationalWomensDay

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱 Following the successful training of 1,500 ASHA workers under the #Ahmedabad Heat Action Plan, Mahila Housing Trust(MHT) , in collaboration with AMC-@AmdavadAMC Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) , is proud to present a short film capturing this powerful journey. 📽️ 👉 : youtube.com/watch?v=vmRJzA… 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀: - How ASHA workers deepened their understanding of heat-related health risks - How they learned practical, affordable cool roof solutions - Why integrating health and climate action is critical for vulnerable urban communities - How this training strengthens their role as frontline champions of heat resilience Through their voices and experiences, the film highlights 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁—𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹. These women are now better equipped to identify heat-stressed households, spread awareness, and lead community-level action that can save lives. Together, we are building a cooler, safer, and more climate-resilient Ahmedabad. 📽️ Watch, share, and support community-led climate action. #HeatActionPlan #AhmedabadHeatActionPlan #ASHAWorkers #WomenLeadership #ClimateResilience #PublicHealth #CoolRoofs #UrbanResilience #MahilaHousingTrust #MHT #ClimateAndHealth #CommunityChampions #MHTImpact

Mahila Housing Trust hosted a panel discussion at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on "𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀." The session explored how community-led AI initiatives and women’s leadership could strengthen urban climate resilience, particularly in addressing rising extreme heat risks. youtu.be/axboqTzVmmI #IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 #AIForClimateAction #HeatResilience #WomenLedSolutions #CommunityDrivenAI #MahilaHousingTrust #UrbanResilience #MHTImpact

𝗠𝗛𝗧 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗜 𝗣𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻! Join Mahila Housing Trust at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 from 16-20 February at Bharat Mandapam, #NewDelhi. Mahila Housing Trust is hosting a panel discussion on 17th February at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on "𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀." The session will explore how community-led AI initiatives and women’s leadership can strengthen urban climate resilience, particularly in addressing rising extreme heat risks. 📅 17th February 2026 | 3:45–5:00 PM 📌 Conference Room, JAN AI Pavilion, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi RSVP: luma.com/vko5n55r Do join us! Please note that you must be registered to attend the India AI Impact Summit: lnkd.in/g2rs5tRv @SirazHirani @OfficialINDIAai @IndiaAiExpo #IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 #AIForClimateAction #HeatResilience #WomenLedSolutions #CommunityDrivenAI #MahilaHousingTrust #UrbanResilience #MHTImpact