DBRC organized Livelihood Support Program for Garbage and Hair Pickers in Vijayawada

The Dalit Bahujan Resource Center (DBRC) on Monday (September 21, 2026) organized a special livelihood support program for waste pickers and scavengers in Vijayawada Collectorate to enhance their income generation opportunities and economic security.

Under the programme, DBRC distributed four-wheel push carts, aluminum utensils, saree vending material and spice vending carts, all worth around ₹ 3.20 lakh, to 40 waste and hair pickers.

NTR District Collector G. Lakshmisha along with Swachh Andhra Corporation Chairman K. Pattabhiram attended as the chief guest. He appreciated the contribution of waste pickers in maintaining cleanliness in urban and rural areas. Mr. Pattabhiram emphasized the need for coordinated efforts between the government, the Swachh Andhra Corporation and civil society organizations to improve the welfare of people engaged in these livelihoods.

Ch. Samuel Anil Kumar, Deputy Director, Programmes, DBRC and others participated in the programme.

Published – 21 Sep 2026 23:28 IST