Photojournalist : Ananya Barath In the narrow slums of Seemapuri, Delhi, "away" is a physical place. This photo essay explores the reality of waste management in India through the eyes of ragpickers who navigate it daily. While we believe our trash disappears once the lid is sealed, it actually fuels a massive informal economy. These images capture the human stories and dignity of labour within the circular economy. This is the reality of waste picking, a world where resourcefulness turns trash into a survival strategy.
Discover the unfiltered soul of India's capital. This photo gallery captures Delhi's dual nature—from the high-speed transit of the Metro to the quiet, resilient moments of street-level childhood and commerce.