In India more than 60% of the population have lack of access to sanitation and clean water, leading to many adults and children suffering with preventable diseases.
But in Kolkata, Manchester City's global community work is using the power of football to address the problem, teaming up with Magic Bus to deliver Healthy Goals, a project that engages local children to teach them about lifesaving health and hygiene issues.
"In my community there's an environmental problem, meaing some kids swim in polluted canals, drink dirty water, and are at risk of disease," said Amal, one of the young leaders on the Healthy Goals programme.
"Through football we will bring them together and teach them about health, sanitation, and how to access clean water. We want to change their habits and save lives."
Since Healthy Goals began last year, almost 7,000 children and young people aged 10-15 have benefited, with 150 young people being trained as community football leaders.
The programme's impact has been possible by being part of the Cityzens Giving project, which funds community football projects run by young people, for young people, in cities around the world, tackling social issues through the power of football.
This month, Manchester City Women’s Jill Scott saw the programme in action when delivering workshops and coaching clinics in Kolkata.
"It makes me proud to know that the club I play for makes a difference, not only in Manchester, but in other communities around the world," Scott said.