From a dental school dropout's dream to India's most innovative sanitation company. Explore the moments that shaped LooCafe.
The images that capture our most significant milestones
A defining moment in our journey - showcasing LooCafe as a sustainable toilet model to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. This moment inspired us to push boundaries and innovate further in the sanitation space.
Recognized among India's Top 25 Most Innovative Companies alongside Tata, Bosch, JCB, and L&T. Awarded by Ratan P. Watal (Economic Advisory Council), Prof. K. Vijay Raghavan (Principal Scientific Advisor to PM), and Kris Gopalakrishnan (Infosys Co-Founder).
Doulaye Kone & Brian Arbogast, senior directors in international sanitation, visited our facilities to understand LooCafe's approach to sustainable sanitation and the ReFlow Toilet technology.
Operating in extreme climates - this LooCafe unit in Srinagar, Kashmir, with its elephant mural, stands as proof that dignified sanitation can be delivered anywhere, even in snow-covered regions.
Changing the perception of public toilets - premium marble finish, sensor-based fixtures, and impeccable cleanliness. This is what dignified sanitation looks like.
Acknowledged by India's Highest Offices
From the Prime Minister to state Chief Ministers, LooCafe has been recognized as a model for public sanitation innovation.
Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi examining the LooCafe model. This recognition from the highest office inspired our team to continue innovating in the sanitation space.
PMO India officially recognized LooCafe's social impact and innovation milestones, sharing our journey with the nation.
Discussion with Shri V.K. Jindal, Joint Secretary & Mission Director of Swachh Bharat Mission, Government of India. Exploring ways to scale sustainable sanitation solutions across the country.
Discussion with Lt. Governor Sh. Girish Chandra Murmu (First LG of J&K Union Territory) on startup ecosystem, innovation, and expanding LooCafe to Jammu & Kashmir.
At the India-Bhutan Startup Summit, Taj Tashi, Thimphu - engaging with Minister Piyush Goyal (Railways, Commerce & Industry) on cross-border collaboration and startup ecosystem development.
Local government officials supporting LooCafe's sustainable sanitation initiative with a plant ceremony during unit inauguration.
Engaging with Sri Gaddam Prasad Kumar, Speaker of the Telangana Legislative Assembly, on scaling clean, dignified public sanitation across the state.
Meeting Sri K. Keshava Rao, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), as part of our ongoing engagement with public representatives on the future of urban sanitation.
Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi examining the LooCafe innovation at an exhibition — recognition of sustainable public sanitation at the highest level.
Representing LooCafe at an official forum — making the case for clean, dignified, scalable public sanitation to policymakers and public institutions.
Honored for Innovation & Impact
National and international recognition for transforming public sanitation through technology and design.
Receiving the prestigious CII Industrial Innovation Award 2019 in the Services Category. We stood among giants like Tata, Bosch, JCB, and L&T as India's Top 25 Most Innovative Companies.
Recognized for exceptional contributions to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector. This award validates our commitment to sustainable sanitation solutions.
The physical trophy representing years of hard work, innovation, and the belief that public toilets can be transformed from a necessity into a service of dignity.
Acknowledged as a pioneering company contributing to India's Swachh Bharat Mission - the world's largest sanitation program.
The prestigious CII Innovation Awards ceremony. Awarded by Ratan P. Watal (Economic Advisory Council), Prof. K. Vijay Raghavan (Principal Scientific Advisor), and Kris Gopalakrishnan (Infosys Co-Founder).
LooCafe featured as a case study in IIT Roorkee research article 'From Accessibility to Inclusion in Public Toilets: A Technology Perspective' by Divyang Purkayasta & Gaurav Rehaja. A proud moment for our research-backed approach.
International Sanitation Leaders & Delegations
International delegations and knowledge exchange with global sanitation leaders.
Group photo with international sanitation delegates at ASCI (Administrative Staff College of India). The summit focused on knowledge sharing about advanced sanitation technology deployment.
Doulaye Kone & Brian Arbogast, senior directors in international sanitation, visiting LooCafe facilities and researching our innovations. Their visit marked a significant milestone in our journey with advanced sanitation technology.
Art gallery inauguration showcasing sanitation through culture and art - because changing mindsets requires creative approaches.
German delegation exploring LooCafe's IoT technology and sustainable sanitation solutions. International knowledge exchange on smart sanitation systems.
WaterAid Bangladesh delegates on a comprehensive Hyderabad facility tour, learning about LooCafe's model for potential replication in Bangladesh.
WaterAid delegates from Bangladesh examining our facilities up close - understanding the technology, operations, and sustainability model.
An international delegate reading 'Toilet Tales' - our book documenting stories of toilet entrepreneurs and the human side of sanitation revolution.
ASCI Nepal visit group photo - regional sanitation collaboration to share learnings and explore similar models for Nepal.
LooCafe partners with ECOLOO - recognized by the UN Foundation as one of the Top 10 Global Innovations for NO FLUSH toilets. Featured at SDG Live during the UN General Assembly.
Meeting with Shamsul Bahar Mohd Nor, CEO of Malaysian Green Technology Corporation - knowledge sharing on green sanitation technologies.
Speaking at India-Bhutan Startup Summit, Taj Tashi, Thimphu. Panel with Finance Secretary Dasho Nim Dorji and Chairman Dasho Ugen Chewang on cross-border entrepreneurship.
LooCafe showcased at Dubai Expo 2020, representing India's sanitation innovation on the world stage. Featured alongside global innovations in sustainability and smart cities.
Global delegates exploring LooCafe's model at Dubai Expo 2020. The exhibition attracted interest from municipalities and sanitation leaders worldwide.
LooCafe's Water Loop model exhibited at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Denmark - 'The Toilet: An Unspoken History' exhibition. Selected as a global example of sustainable sanitation innovation alongside works from around the world.
Hosting international delegates at Charminar - sharing Hyderabad's heritage alongside our sanitation journey. Cultural immersion combined with knowledge exchange.
Representing the LooCafe model at the Gates Foundation — global recognition for India-built sustainable sanitation, and a partnership that continues to shape how we scale.
A delegation of international sanitation leaders visits LooCafe — part of the steady stream of global researchers and operators studying the model for replication.
International visitors walking through LooCafe units on-site — seeing first-hand how clean, free-to-use public sanitation works at scale.
IoT, AI & Next-Gen Sanitation
The technology powering India's smartest public toilets - from IoT sensors to AI-powered operations.
Our Cleaning Command Center monitors all LooCafe units in real-time. IoT sensors track usage, cleanliness, consumables, and maintenance needs - enabling proactive rather than reactive operations.
LooCafe Water Loop model on display - demonstrating our closed-loop water system. Water is treated and recycled, reducing freshwater dependency and creating a truly sustainable sanitation solution.
'LooCafe today stands as an open API for WASH' - Abhishek Nath. Our technology architecture allows integration with city systems, third-party services, and research institutions.
Our bio-digester technology converts human waste into resources - water for flushing and biogas for energy. A closed-loop system for true sustainability.
A comprehensive view of LooCafe's tech stack - from sensors to dashboards. Every component works together to deliver the smartest public toilets in India.
Solar-powered operations for remote locations - our off-grid system ensures LooCafe can operate anywhere, even without municipal power. Green energy for green sanitation.
Every LooCafe includes sanitary pad vending machines - because women's hygiene shouldn't be an afterthought. Free or affordable access for all.
Our water recycling system treats and reuses water for flushing, reducing freshwater consumption by up to 80%. Sustainability built into every flush.
Scale models of the Reinvented Toilet on display - the next generation of on-site sanitation that treats waste where it's produced, with no sewer connection required.
Inside the Reinvented Toilet - a self-contained treatment system that processes waste on-site into safe water and byproducts. Sanitation without sewers.
Demonstrating the closed-loop treatment technology to partners and researchers - turning a public toilet into a self-sufficient micro-utility.
A learning session on advancing Reinvented Toilet technology through partnerships - bringing together researchers, institutions and operators to scale sanitation innovation.
LooCafe units take shape at our own fabrication yard. Owning the build means we control quality end-to-end — from the steel frame to the finish.
A LooCafe unit being fabricated by our team. Modular construction lets us deploy a fully-equipped washroom fast, anywhere it's needed.
Building the wooden-slat facade that makes a LooCafe instantly recognisable — proof that public sanitation can be designed, not just installed.
Fitting out a unit's interior before it ships — plumbing, fixtures and finishes installed to the same standard in every single unit.
From Hyderabad to Kashmir
Growing across India - bringing dignified sanitation to cities, towns, and challenging terrains.
Beautiful landscaped LooCafe unit at Mir Alam Park - where our journey began. GHMC partnership that set the standard for public-private partnerships in sanitation.
LooCafe Banjara Hills - serving one of Hyderabad's most upscale neighborhoods. Proving that public toilets can match premium surroundings.
Expanding to Warangal - bringing the LooCafe experience to Telangana's second-largest city. Tier-2 city expansion marks our commitment to inclusive growth.
Behind the scenes of Warangal installation - our prefab model allows rapid deployment. From truck to operational in under 48 hours.
Mumbai expansion underway - bringing LooCafe to India's financial capital. The installation process showcases our modular, rapid-deployment capability.
Operating in extreme climates - our Srinagar unit with its distinctive elephant mural stands resilient in snow. Insulated, heated, and fully functional year-round.
LooCafe at Dal Lake, Srinagar - 'I ❤ Dal Lake' branding with Smart City Smart Toilets. A stunning night view showing our commitment to bringing dignified sanitation to India's most scenic locations.
Beautiful LooCafe unit with vertical gardens in Sircilla - Swachh Telangana initiative. The ornate jali design and planters show how public toilets can be architectural statements.
LooCafe arrives in Chennai - a brand-new unit dressed in marigolds for its opening. Tamil Nadu joins our growing map of cities with dignified, free-to-use public sanitation.
The Chennai unit on opening day — marigolds, balloons and a community turning out to welcome a clean, free-to-use public washroom.
Officials and community members gather for the inauguration of the Mangalagiri LooCafe in Andhra Pradesh - another public-private partnership bringing clean, safe toilets to a fast-growing town.
The Mangalagiri unit features a living green wall - proof that public toilets can be beautiful, sustainable landmarks rather than eyesores.
Public representatives and officials line up for the inauguration of the Mangalagiri unit — public-private partnership in action.
A '100 Café' luxury, free-to-use public washroom by Ixora Group in partnership with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) — welcoming everyone, including an international delegation, in the heart of Mumbai.
LooCafe arrives at the airport — bringing the same clean, free-to-use, dignified washroom experience to one of the busiest public spaces a traveller passes through.
World Toilet Day & Beyond
Key moments, celebrations, and milestones in our sanitation revolution journey.
Abhishek Nath speaking at Hyderabad Design Week - showcasing how design thinking can transform public sanitation and create dignified experiences for all.
Team celebrating Holi at a LooCafe unit - 'How's the Josh?' Our colorful team brings joy and cleanliness together. Community moments that make the journey worthwhile.
Recognition ceremony presenting LooCafe's achievements. Every milestone is a testament to the team's dedication to transforming public sanitation.
LooCafe GHMC partnership unit at Fateh Maidan Road, Nampally, Hyderabad. GPS-tracked with QR code integration - Swachh Telangana, Swachh Hyderabad in action.
GHMC's Solar Powered Mobile Bio Toilet - 'Mobile Toilets for All'. A breakthrough in bringing sanitation to events, gatherings, and underserved areas. Includes baby feeding room!
The future of public toilets - architectural visualization of LooCafe's modern wooden slat design. Blending aesthetics with functionality for urban landscapes.
Celebrating World Toilet Day at a LooCafe café unit, decorated for the occasion. A day to put sanitation front and centre - and to thank the people who keep our cities clean.
A poster competition brings creativity to sanitation awareness on World Toilet Day - because changing how people think about toilets starts with conversation.
Engaging traffic police and the wider community on World Toilet Day - sanitation is everyone's responsibility, and dignity is for everyone.
Recognising the team behind the toilets on World Toilet Day. The frontline staff who keep LooCafes spotless are the real heroes of the sanitation story.
A standout team member honoured on World Toilet Day — celebrating the people whose daily work makes clean public sanitation possible.
Sharing our approach at a sanitation summit — blending technology with good business practice to build sustainable, scalable sanitation. Thought leadership is part of how we move the sector forward.
The Humans Behind the Mission
From engineers to frontline sanitation workers - meet the people transforming public sanitation.
Abhishek Nath - MD of Ixora Group and CEO of LooCafe. A dental school dropout who chose to fix public sanitation instead. 'If not us, then who? If not now, then when?'
The core leadership team driving LooCafe's mission - engineers, operations experts, business developers, and sanitation specialists working together.
The founding team in 2016 with our first LooCafe model. From this small beginning, we've grown to 350+ units across 10+ cities.
Our sanitation worker celebrating Christmas on duty. These frontline heroes work 365 days a year to keep our cities clean. They are the real heroes.
Meet the hands behind the innovation! Our engineers craft each toilet container, turning shipping containers into dignity machines.
On-ground engineering work - our team doesn't just design in offices. Real tech evolves with real-world grit.
Our women sanitation team - empowered, trained, and ready. These warriors break stereotypes while keeping our cities clean. Women empowerment through dignified employment.
Relief distribution at Charminar during COVID - supporting sanitation workers with essential supplies. Standing with our frontline heroes when they needed us most.
The people behind the clean - GHMC operations team at LooCafe units. From uniform distribution to cleaning duties, our dedicated team ensures every LooCafe stays spotless.
Leadership brainstorming session - mapping out LooCafe's next phase of growth. Real innovation happens when diverse minds collaborate on whiteboards.
LooCafe team with GHMC officials at rainwater harvesting park inauguration - sustainable solutions through public-private partnerships.
Press & Media Coverage
From Times of India to DD National - media coverage of our sanitation revolution.
Radio City 91.1 FM interview - spreading awareness about sustainable sanitation and the LooCafe model to Hyderabad's listeners.
Public outreach through radio - discussing how technology is transforming public sanitation and making toilets accessible to all.
Community engagement at Radio City Ladies Circle event - discussing women's sanitation needs and our Pink LooCafe initiative.
Times of India Ahmedabad (January 2020) - 'How smart tech is leaving public loos smelling of roses'. Full-page feature on Abhishek Nath and LooCafe's IoT-enabled toilets, stink sensors, and water recycling.
Telangana Today feature on LooCafe 2.0 - anti-viral, anti-bacterial toilet with mist nozzles, UV disinfection, and copper door handles. 'First of its kind in Indian public toilet history.'
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) official tweet congratulating LooCafe for winning the CII Industrial Innovation Awards 2019 - Top Innovative Company (Small) in Services.
Full-page feature in Times T2 GHMC Hi Life magazine - showcasing LooCafe team, Dog Park unit, luxury interior, and the 'free to use' model. Quote: 'People can use the luxury washrooms free of cost.'
Times of India coverage: Minister KT Rama Rao directs GHMC to build 500 toilets using LooCafe's Swedish technology. 'This technology has been recognized as a path-breaking innovation by the United Nations.'
Minister KTR's handwritten appreciation: 'Great Job Team Ixora & LooCafe' on the Pattanam Pragathi project footprint map. A personal recognition that motivates our entire team.
'Toilet Tales' — our storytelling project documenting the human side of the sanitation revolution: the entrepreneurs, the workers, and the everyday dignity a clean toilet restores.
Design & Experience
Premium public toilets that challenge perceptions - see what dignified sanitation looks like.
Luxury redefined - premium marble finish, sensor-based fixtures, and impeccable cleanliness. This is what public toilets should look like.
Clean, well-lit, and accessible - every LooCafe interior is designed for dignity, safety, and comfort.
Our standard interior - premium doesn't mean expensive. We've optimized design to deliver quality at scale.
LooCafe 3.0 (2024) - where elegance embraces class. Our latest iteration redefines public toilets as statements of style and dignity.
The standard LooCafe unit - shipping container converted into a fully-equipped public toilet. Modular, transportable, and built to last.
LooCafe Mini - our compact 8x8ft model that turns street hawkers into toilet entrepreneurs. Small footprint, big impact.
Pink LooCafe - dedicated women's facility with enhanced safety features, sanitary products, and privacy. Because women deserve safe public spaces.
'Free to Use' signage with Swachhata Hi Seva branding - our toilets are accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.
Statement Moroccan tilework, a clean washbasin and grab rails - every surface chosen for dignity and durability. This is what a LooCafe interior looks like.
A spotless urinal bay framed by bold patterned tiles - public sanitation that feels cared for, not compromised.
Well-lit, immaculately kept cubicles with full-height tiling - the everyday standard inside a LooCafe.
Every LooCafe pairs the washroom with a small café - the revenue model that keeps the toilets free to use and impeccably maintained.
Inside the Chennai unit - the same patterned-tile finish and attention to cleanliness carried to every new city.
Another look inside the Chennai unit — patterned tiling, clean fittings and good lighting, the standard finish in every LooCafe.
The Mangalagiri unit's fully-equipped, accessible interior — Western and Indian fixtures plus grab rails, so the facility works for everyone.
Behind The Scenes
The logistics, maintenance, and daily operations that keep 350+ units running smoothly.
Modular mobility - our units can be relocated by crane for events like Swachh Survekshan inspections or city reorganization. Flexibility built-in.
Partnership with ScrapQ for waste segregation at Tank Bund - integrated WASH solutions beyond just toilets. Holistic urban sanitation.
It gets even more difficult to keep our community clean when it's raining. These frontline warriors work hard in all conditions to clean our mess.
From foundation to functional - our installation process is streamlined for rapid deployment. A LooCafe can go operational in under 48 hours.
A night-shift team briefing before the shift begins. Clean public spaces don't happen by accident — they take coordinated teams working in every hour, in every condition.
Whether you're a municipality looking for sanitation solutions, or an investor interested in impact - let's write the next chapter together.