The Tech Awards 2011 Laureate Spotlight: Rickshaw Bank Project

One of this year's Laureates, Pradip Kumar Sarmah, gives a brief interview on Rickshaw Bank Project.

Problem: Rickshaw drivers are among the poorest of urban workers in India.

Solution: "Rent to own" financing of newly designed rickshaws that are safer, lighter, and more efficient.

Impact: 5,000 new rickshaws in use, 1,700 already owned; improved health and earnings for rickshaw drivers.

To find out more visit:
http://thetechawards.thetech.org/laur...

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