Inviting Ideas for Next Phase of Rural Sanitation

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Created : 1/08/2026

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In the last 12 years, SBM(G) has evolved from a sanitation programme into a nationwide movement that has improved public health, enhanced dignity of women, empowered communities and promoted sustainable rural development. Building on the achievement of Open Defecation Free (ODF) status, SBM(G) 2.0 has expanded its focus to sustaining sanitation outcomes through interventions such as Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs), Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs), Solid and Liquid Waste Management, Plastic Waste Management, Faecal Sludge Management, GOBARdhan, Information, Education and Communication (IEC) and Capacity Building. The current phase of the Mission is scheduled to conclude in March 2027.

As the Department prepares the roadmap for the next phase of rural sanitation, it seeks ideas from citizens to sustain and strengthen the gains achieved under SBM(G) while addressing emerging challenges related to waste management, resource recovery, environmental sustainability, Operation & Maintenance (O&M) and long-term community ownership of assets and outcomes. Innovative, practical and scalable solutions are required to enhance sanitation service delivery, strengthen waste management systems, promote behavioural change and accelerate the transition towards a circular waste-to-wealth economy. Given that the diversities of rural areas from urban cities, suggestions and ideas, specific to rural scenarios will be highly appreciated. Along with these, with peri-urban areas / villages also growing fast and having characteristics of urban centers, solutions specific for such areas are also being sought.

The success of SBM(G) has been driven by the spirit of Jan Bhagidari (People's Participation). Citizens, Gram Panchayats, SHGs, youth, Swachhagrahis and other stakeholders have been at the forefront of transforming rural sanitation and their continued participation will remain critical for sustaining these achievements.

Accordingly, the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti in collaboration with MyGov, invites citizens, youth, Gram Panchayats, SHGs, academic and research institutions, development partners and other stakeholders to share their suggestions and ideas for the next phase of rural sanitation programme on the following:

Areas to be taken up (including existing areas where gaps may be remaining)
New technological interventions for SWM, GWM, FSM.
Rural Sanitation
Solutions for treating pollution in small nallahs/rivulets discharging into rivers in rural areas.
Adoption of solutions based on traditional knowledge and ancient wisdom in new settings for rural India.
Any other area related to the programme.

The suggestions received will help and guide the next phase of SBM(G) and contribute to building cleaner, healthier and environmentally sustainable villages that will be strong contributors for achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat@2047.

Participation Guidelines

All Citizens, youth (including students), Gram Panchayats & SHGs, academic and research institutions, development partners, NGOs and other stakeholders are invited to contribute ideas for shaping the next phase of rural sanitation and solid-liquid waste management under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen).
For detailed information about SBM(G) Phase II, applicants may visit the SBM(G) Phase II operational guidelines available on website of the Department (https://swachhbharatmission.ddws.gov.in). The guidelines can also be assessed through: https://swachhbharatmission.ddws.gov.in/sites/default/files/Guidelines/SBMG%20Phase-II%20Operational%20Guidelines.pdf
Suggestions may be submitted on any of the major components of SBM(G), including Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs), Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs), Solid Waste Management, Liquid Waste Management, Plastic Waste Management, GOBARdhan, Faecal Sludge Management, Information, Education and Communication (IEC) and Capacity Building. Global best practices forming the bases of solution, may also duly mentioned and referred.
Participants are encouraged to propose innovative, technology-driven, scientific, managerial, practical, feasible and scalable solutions to address rural sanitation challenges and strengthen long-term sustainability.
Suggestions should focus on supporting the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, in developing the roadmap for the next phase of rural sanitation for India.
Participants are required to register on the MyGov platform and submit their suggestions through the prescribed online form.

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Danish

1 month ago

🧹 स्वच्छता हमारा कर्तव्य स्वच्छता हमारे जीवन का एक महत्वपूर्ण हिस्सा है। हमें अपने घर के साथ-साथ अपने आसपास की जगह को भी साफ रखना चाहिए। कूड़ा हमेशा कूड़ेदान में डालना चाहिए और सड़क पर गंदगी नहीं फैलानी चाहिए। स्वच्छ वातावरण में रहने से हम स्वस्थ और खुश रहते हैं। “स्वच्छता अपनाएँ, बीमारी भगाएँ और अपने देश को स्वच्छ बनाएँ।”

Prashant kumar_1043

1 month ago

pm awas se sath sanitation ka liye bhi paisa diya jaye

ArshSalmani_10

1 month ago

He is best forever in India but I don't know about other countries in the world

RajeshKumarMishra_374

1 month 1 week ago

शीर्षक: दूषित कचरे से हरित फेफड़ों की ओर सेवा में, माननीय प्रधानमंत्री जी, विषय: दूषित कचरे से हरित फेफड़ों की ओर — लेगेसी वेस्ट बायो-माइनिंग से मुक्त भूमि एवं बफर ज़ोन पर 'शहरी वनीकरण' द्वारा जैव विविधता संरक्षण एवं मानव-जीव संघर्ष के स्थायी समाधान हेतु सुझाव। आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री जी, सादर प्रणाम। स्वच्छ भारत मिशन (शहरी) 2.0 के तहत देशभर के शहरों में वर्षों पुराने कचरे के पहाड़ों (Legacy Waste) का बायो-रेमेडिएशन और बायो-माइनिंग तकनीक से वैज्ञानिक निस्तारण कर करोड़ों वर्ग मीटर भूमि को मुक्त कराया जा रहा है। यह अभियान न केवल हमारे शहरों को कचरा-मुक्त बना रहा है, बल्कि शहरी पारिस्थितिकी पुनरुद्धार (Eco-Restoration) की एक नई दिशा भी तय कर रहा है। एक पर्यावरण विशेषज्ञ के रूप में, मैं इस reclaimed (पुनः प्राप्त) भूमि और डंपसाइट्स के आसपास उपलब्ध बफर ज़ोन का उपयोग करके "दूषित कचरे से हरित फेफड़ों की ओर" बढ़ने हेतु एक व्यावहारिक एवं वैज्ञानिक सुझाव आपके समक्ष प्रस्तुत कर रहा हूँ। समस्या और अवसर का पारिस्थितिक विश्लेषण केंद्

Saurav Gupta_61

1 month 1 week ago

Rural India ke next phase of sanitation mein sirf infrastructure create karna nahi, balki uski long-term operation, maintenance aur community ownership ko priority deni chahiye. Har Gram Panchayat mein a decentralised Waste-to-Wealth Centre establish kiya ja sakta hai. Is centre par household wet and dry waste segregation, plastic recovery, composting, GOBARdhan, greywater treatment and resource recovery ko integrate kiya ja sakta hai. Village-level Self Help Groups and local youth can be trained and engaged in waste collection, segregation, compost production and operation of treatment facilities. This can create local employment while ensuring regular maintenance of sanitation assets. A simple digital dashboard can be introduced at Panchayat level to track household waste collection, waste processing, complaints, sanitation assets and maintenance schedules. Villagers can report issues through a mobile application or WhatsApp-based system.

Anil Kumar Jain

1 month 1 week ago

Three Books • One Vision for India I am pleased to share three research-based works addressing important challenges shaping India’s future—water security, cybercrime and digital safety, and sustainable national development. These books present practical ideas and policy perspectives intended to contribute to informed discussion and the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. I respectfully submit them for consideration by ICAI members, professionals, policymakers, academics and other stakeholders. see full attech PDF:

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Balwinder_13

1 month 1 week ago

The next phase of SBM(G) should focus on making every village sustainably ODF Plus through reliable waste collection, segregation and scientific treatment. Gram Panchayats should establish village-level waste centres for composting, biogas and plastic recovery, creating income for SHGs and local youth. Low-cost, decentralized technologies should be promoted for greywater and faecal-sludge treatment, especially in water-scarce and peri-urban villages. Community monitoring, digital dashboards and regular O&M funds can ensure long-term functionality. Traditional water conservation practices should be combined with modern technology to build climate-resilient, clean and healthy villages.

Kaival Rajendrabhai Patel

1 month 1 week ago

All Villages have facility to provide drinking water through copper pipeline before 2047. Copper pipes have long been the material of choice for water systems, not by coincidence, but because of the unique benefits copper brings to the water. The healing properties of natural elements. Copper is known for its antibacterial qualities, helping to purify and maintain the quality of water, making it a valuable addition to any system. Just as copper benefits water, nature provides us with elements that support our health. Ayurveda encourages us to harness the power of natural substances—whether it’s copper for purification or herbs for healing—to maintain balance in our bodies. The wisdom of ancient traditions continues to show us how to live harmoniously with nature. Incorporate more copper into our life, whether through water containers or cooking tools

soniyaM_31

1 month 1 week ago

ஒவ்வொரு கிராமத்திலும் மாதம் ஒருமுறை “தூய்மை நாள்” நடத்தி, பொதுமக்கள், மாணவர்கள் மற்றும் உள்ளாட்சி அமைப்புகள் இணைந்து தூய்மை பணிகளில் ஈடுபடலாம். இதன் மூலம் தூய்மை என்பது ஒரு நாள் நடவடிக்கையாக இல்லாமல் தொடர்ந்து கடைப்பிடிக்கும் பழக்கமாக மாறும். “தூய்மையான கிராமம், ஆரோக்கியமான மக்கள்” என்ற நோக்கத்துடன் கழிவு மேலாண்மை, கழிப்பறை பராமரிப்பு மற்றும் சுகாதார விழிப்புணர்வுக்கு அடுத்த கட்டத்தில் அதிக முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுக்க வேண்டும். 🌱

soniyaM_31

1 month 1 week ago

For the next phase of rural sanitation, more focus should be given to sustainable waste management, cleanliness awareness, regular maintenance of toilets, and proper segregation of wet and dry waste. Village-level awareness programmes and active participation of students, women and local communities can make rural sanitation more effective and long-lasting. Digital monitoring and incentives for clean villages can also encourage people to maintain cleanliness.