Exploring the Socio-Economic Challenges and Vulnerabilities of Homelessness Individuals in George Town, Chennai

Author(s)	Ardrin Cressida Missier T
Country	India
Abstract	Homelessness is a prevalent social problem in many countries across the globe. India, including Chennai is no exception. The Chennai Metropolitan city, experiencing an influx of residents seeking job opportunities alongside increasing infrastructure and industrial development, has also witnessed a growing number of urban poor who remain homeless. This paper aims to study the multifaceted problems faced by homeless individuals and also to explore the causes leading to homelessness. With the help of detailed surveys, observations, interviews and focused group discussion the basic entitlements, education, health, hygiene and employment aspects are studied at Jaffar Sarang Street and Narayanappa Street of George Town, Chennai.
Keywords	Homelessness, Basic Entitlements, Education, Health, Hygiene, Employment
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 1, January-February 2024
Published On	2024-02-05
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i01.13017
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gtg6qd

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