Public Restrooms Can Be Clean And Classy Too: This Toilet Startup Is Showing The Way

Public Toilets That Don't Make You Cringe

Dear Reader,

Public restrooms in India are often an afterthought—poorly maintained, unhygienic, and best avoided. But what if they could be clean, comfortable, even premium?

That’s exactly what Lavato is proving.

In 2019, Swarajya provided an in-depth look at what Lavato's Krishnagiri outlet has to offer. From a bold experiment in Krishnagiri to a growing network of pay-to-use, high-quality restrooms, this startup is changing how we think about sanitation.

But can a clean toilet really be a business? And what challenges stand in the way?

Adithi Gurkar takes a deep dive into Lavato’s journey, its hurdles, and the future of premium public restrooms in India.

- Anmol N Jain