GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
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01/08/2026 - 11:49
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02/10/2026 - 23:45
Time zone: IST (GMT +5.30 Hrs)
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.
1 day 20 hours ago
Suggestion: Retired teachers can be involved as “Cleanliness Ambassadors” in villages, towns and schools. They have valuable experience, discipline and the ability to guide and motivate people. They can educate students and villagers about cleanliness, waste segregation, hygiene, avoiding littering and responsible disposal of waste. They can also encourage students to become cleanliness volunteers and organise regular awareness drives in their communities. The Government may create a voluntary/part-time programme where willing retired teachers are given a small honorarium or recognition for this service. This would provide them with a meaningful opportunity to contribute to society while making productive use of their experience. Such a partnership between retired teachers, students and local communities can create lasting behavioural change and help build a cleaner, healthier and more responsible India. 🇮🇳 Thanks you ! Warm regards 🙏 please read carefully my name maviya zamindar
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2 days ago
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Ensuring Sustainable Operation and Maintenance of Rural Sanitation Infrastructure
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The next phase of Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) should give greater emphasis to the long-term operation and maintenance (O&M) of rural sanitation infrastructure and services created under the programme.
Adequate and dedicated provisions should be made for the regular operation, maintenance and replacement of essential Solid Waste Management, Liquid Waste Management, greywater treatment and other sanitation assets at village and cluster levels.
A clear O&M framework with assured funding, defined responsibilities and regular functionality monitoring should be established to ensure that sanitation facilities and waste-management systems remain functional and sustainable beyond their initial creation.
Expected Outcome:
Sustained functionality of sanitation infrastructure, improved service delivery, prevention of asset deterioration and achievement of long-term ODF Plus outcomes.
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2 days 14 hours ago
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Retired teachers can be involved as “Cleanliness Ambassadors” in villages, towns and schools. They have valuable experience, discipline and the ability to guide and motivate people. They can educate students and villagers about cleanliness, waste segregation, hygiene, avoiding littering and responsible disposal of waste. They can also encourage students to become cleanliness volunteers and organise regular awareness drives in their communities.
The Government may create a voluntary/part-time programme where willing retired teachers are given a small honorarium or recognition for this service. This would provide them with a meaningful opportunity to contribute to society while making productive use of their experience.
Such a partnership between retired teachers, students and local communities can create lasting behavioural change and help build a cleaner, healthier and more responsible India. 🇮🇳
Thanks you !
Warm regards 🙏
Ira Dwivedi
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2 days ago
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Enhancement of Administrative Funding under SBM(G)
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The Administrative Funding ceiling under the next phase of Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) should be enhanced up to 5% of the programme allocation, considering the increased scope of activities and rising cost of implementation.
The provision should adequately cover remuneration of SBM(G) personnel, annual increments, vehicle and field expenses, office equipment, stationery, internet and telephone charges, utilities, TA/DA and other essential operational expenses
The remuneration of SBM(G) personnel should also be revised upward from Phase-II levels**, considering the increase in cost of living and the expanded responsibilities of the programme, with provision for annual increments and periodic revision of remuneration.
Adequate administrative funding will help retain experienced manpower, strengthen field-level capacity and ensure effective and sustainable implementation of SBM
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2 days ago
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Continuity and Service Security of Experienced SBM(G) Human Resources
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The next phase of Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) should ensure the continuity and service security of experienced and trained SBM(G) personnel working at State, District and Block levels.
These personnel possess valuable field experience and institutional knowledge in ODF sustainability, Solid and Liquid Waste Management, behavioural change, monitoring and community mobilisation. Retaining this experienced manpower will ensure continuity, accountability and effective implementation of the programme.
Therefore, the existing experienced SBM(G) human resources should be continued in the next phase, with appropriate provisions for service continuity, retention and career progression, as per Government norms.
Expected Outcome:
Retention of experience
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2 days 1 hour ago
The next phase of rural sanitation should move beyond toilet construction and create a safe and sustainable sanitation cycle. “Swachhata Chakra” proposes a 360° village model linking Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs), Community Sanitary Complexes, solid waste, liquid waste, plastic waste, GOBARdhan and faecal sludge management. Waste is segregated, collected, treated and converted into resources such as compost, biogas and recycled materials. Digital reporting can monitor toilets, waste collection and CSC maintenance. Women, SHGs, youth, schools and sanitation workers can become “Swachhata Champions”, driving behaviour change through IEC and capacity building. Inspired by global principles of safely managed sanitation and circular economy, it connects cleanliness with health, livelihoods, water security and climate resilience. Its message is simple: “Swachhata ka Chakra Chale, Gaon Samriddh Bane”—complete the cycle and transform every village into a clean, healthy community.
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2 days 2 hours ago
The initiatives in the 12 years of SBM(G) have been efficacious & highly commendable. A discernable feature of government initiatives in the social sector has been lacking follow up and reinforcement measures to concretize the social sectoral progress achieved and attendant gains. When newer initiatives get implemented, the previous ones go into oblivious deprecation.
That this does not happen to the SMB(G) Mission needs to be ensured. So, the 2nd phase of the Mission may primarily re-visit the phase-1 initiatives, monitor their maintenance and use. The additional infrastructural or maintenance requirements may be provided. The secondary part of phase-2 may again focus on rural hygiene/health and rural literacy education. Further, rural waste management by recycling and reuse of SW/FSW/etc for rural agricultural requirements need to be the focus. By these, we reduce the dependence of our rural farmers on artificial fertilizers. This reduces the financial fertilizer subsidy bill.
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2 days 3 hours ago
1. India's 2 lakh MT/day wet waste+night soil can produce 20,000 MT Di-Methyl Ether using CSIR-NCL & IIT-Delhi technology, replacing 13,000 MT of LPG—meeting 15% of daily LPG demand.
2. Every panchayath should have a waste collection facility
3. Every District should have a waste management facility- where segregation, processing and transportation to processing and recycling plants are done
4. No facility should be allowed to dispose any waste (treated or untreated) to soil or water sources. Waste management facilities should do it.
5. Event-based waste generation should be handled through prior registration with the corresponding waste collection facility
6. Information radiators of Environmental pollution levels and public waste disposal incidents should be established at every panchayath whose data can also be accessed through web/app by public
7. Waste management awareness should be part of school curriculum
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2 days 3 hours ago
Im very glad to share my point of view in rural area sanitation. As a aspirant from my perspective we cannot just blindly move for rural sanitation rather first we should note that why rural area getting more polluted then urban area and also on top of that rural area is less vulnerble for industry setup. The area which consider as a great place in ancient time and we also give example that rural area in ancient time is a noble model for sanitation and cleanliness take theexample of Harappa, Mohenjodaro, Lothal, Dholavira, Rakhigarhi are exceptional example of drainage system and sanitation. We should ask the right question the what can we do for rural sanjtation rather asking the wrong question that why rural are is unhygine.
We should focus on;
1. Getting information and take measure
2. Root level disposal and cleanliness approach
3. Incentivise people not in terms of money but in other mode like providing some essential needs
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2 days 4 hours ago
Swachh Bharat should be implemented with genuine dedication, not merely as a campaign. Cleanliness requires continuous government action and active public participation. People must be made aware to avoid open defecation, public urination, spitting and littering. Though many public toilets have been constructed, poor maintenance and foul smells remain common, especially at hospitals, bus stations, railway stations and markets. Toilets need regular cleaning, water, sanitation, inspections and a clear maintenance agency. Complaint mechanisms and penalties should ensure accountability. Schools and local communities should promote behavioral change, while citizens should report unhygienic conditions. Success should be measured not by toilets constructed or campaigns conducted, but by clean, functional facilities and lasting behavioral change. Swachh Bharat should become a daily habit, not a temporary campaign.
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