A month after the fire that ravaged the Vikas Nagar slum in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, residents are gradually rebuilding their lives. The blaze, which occurred on April 15, displaced over 1,000 people and claimed the lives of two children. Emergency shelters made from salvaged materials have been replaced with sturdier bamboo-framed structures, thanks to the efforts of charity organizations. While tea stalls and grocery kiosks have reopened, and many families have resumed work, the absence of electricity remains a critical issue, especially during the sweltering summer nights. Residents like Qaiser Jahan, 60, have received essential supplies, including gas cylinders and utensils, aiding their recovery. Children are returning to school, but the lack of electricity complicates their studies, as expressed by Shivani, a student preparing for her Board exams. Despite the visible signs of rebuilding, many families continue to face hardships, with some areas of the slum still lacking adequate support and resources. Local authorities have stated that electricity restoration will depend on government orders, leaving many residents in uncertainty.