Sravan Kumar washes before a performance. Sravan, a puppeteer and singer has lived in Shadipur for abround 30 years. He is reluctant to leave the appaling conditions, simply because people know where to find him and book him for shows. Shadipur Depot, New Delhi, India.The Kathiputli Colony in the Shadipur Depot slum is home to hundreds of (originally Rajasthani) performers. The artistes who live here - from magicians, acrobats, musicians, dancers and puppeteers are often international renowed by always return to the Shadipur slum.