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DELHI: Bindeshwar Pathak, the founder of Sulabh International, passed away due to a cardiac arrest at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi. He was 80 years old. A Padma Bhushan recipient and a renowned social worker, he was instrumental in introducing the innovative Sulabh Complex public toilet system in the country. This system helped to significantly reduce open defecation and manual scavenging. Despite his age, he worked tirelessly for his non-profit organization, and his associates attest to his unwavering dedication until the end.

Sulabh International founder Bindeshwar Pathak passes away at 80

NEW DELHI: Bindeshwar Pathak, the founder of Sulabh International, passed away due to a cardiac…