National Rural Sanitation Workshop: A Step Towards Sustainable SBM-G

The National Rural Sanitation Workshop, organized by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) and UNICEF, focused on the next phase of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G). Key discussions included the launch of new protocols for climate-resilient sanitation systems and the importance of local governance through Gram Panchayats. The workshop highlighted significant progress in rural sanitation, with 80% of targeted villages achieving ODF Plus status and a commitment to integrating sustainability and resilience into future sanitation efforts.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link