India’s First Gender-Neutral & Accessible Public Toilets

In a landmark move towards inclusive public sanitation, Rotary International District 3192, in collaboration with Sulabh International and Rotary Bangalore Rajmahalvilas, successfully inaugurated India’s first-ever Gender-Neutral & Accessible Public Toilets on March 28, 2025, at 12 PM, opposite Upparpet Police Station, Bengaluru.

This first-of-its-kind initiative ensures dignified, safe, and accessible sanitation facilities for all genders, including the third gender and persons with disabilities (PwDs). The toilets are designed to be barrier-free, hygienic, and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of urban communities.

The event was inaugurated by Rtn. Flt. Lt. K P Nagesh, RI Director (2025-27), along with the presence of our distinguished leaders from our District as well as from the Trans Gender Community:

• Rtn. V Srinivas Murthy (Charter Governor, 2023-24, RI Dist. 3192)
• Rtn. N S Mahadev Prasad (District Governor, 2024-25, RI Dist. 3192)
• Rtn. Dr. Elizabeth Cherian (District Governor, 2025-26, RI Dist. 3192)
• Rtn. Abha Saxena (District Director – DEI, RI Dist. 3192)
• Rtn. Nagendra Prasad (Past District Governor, RI Dist. 3192)
• Rtn. Kirti Mehta (Director Project, RB Rajmahal Vilas, RI Dist. 3192)

Rotary District 3192 Secretary General Rtn Rajaram Krishnamurthy, Rtn Rangaswamy Zonal Governor Rtn Nataraj and many others graced the occasion
Magnanimous Donors from the RB Indiranagar club, supported by Rtn. Manoj Aggarwal Rtn. Ganashyam, Rtn. Shalini, Pradip Shah, in memory of Late Rtn. Anira Shah Dist. Director DEI and PP Rajmahal Vilas

• Ms. Shantamma – Secretary, Mangala Muki
• Ms. Sumitra – Social Activist and Volunteer, Mangala Muki (Kanna Film Actress)
• Ms. Kamachi – Volunteer, Mangala Muki

Speaking about the initiative, Charter Governor Rtn. V Srinivasa Murthy stated, “This project is a step towards making our city more inclusive and accessible. We hope this sets a precedent for other public infrastructure projects across India.”

A special note of gratitude goes to Club Mentor Rtn. Rajaram Krishnamurthy, President, Rtn. Deepa Sashindran, Project Director, Rtn. Kirti Mehta, as well as BBMP and Sulabh International and all the RB Rajmahal Vilas Club members, for their invaluable efforts in making this initiative a reality.

This pioneering initiative marks a significant step towards sanitation equity, setting an inspiring example for cities across the nation.