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The Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), initiated by the Government of India in 2014, aimed to eradicate open defecation by providing access to toilets for all rural households. By October 2019, all Indian states and union territories had declared themselves Open Defecation Free (ODF) after constructing over 10 crore latrines. The
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti has officially declared 5,67,873 villages as Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) by December 4, 2025. The initiative, part of the program's Phase-II aimed at ensuring sustained sanitation, included three categories: Aspiring, Rising, and Model, signifying
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The Government of India, alongside various State governments, has launched digital initiatives to bolster its Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and Swachh Bharat Mission - Gramin (SBM-G) that aim for comprehensive water provision and sanitation in rural areas. These include Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) portals, mobile apps for geo-tagging sanitation
Hamara Shauchalaya
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has launched a nationwide campaign titled 'Hamara Shauchalaya, Hamara Bhavishya' on World Toilet Day 2025, aimed at enhancing sanitation in rural areas. The campaign will run from November 19, 2025, to December 10, 2025, focusing on the maintenance and aesthetic improvement of toilets,
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India's sanitation journey has seen significant progress, with ODF Plus villages increasing by 467% to 567,708 and 4,692 cities achieving ODF status as of November 2025. The Swachh Bharat Mission has been pivotal in eliminating open defecation and improving sanitation, contributing to public health, women'
Urban Development
The second regional meeting of Urban Development Ministers was held in Hyderabad on November 18, 2025, chaired by Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal. The meeting focused on urban development challenges and opportunities, reviewing progress on various central schemes including the Swachh Bharat Mission and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban
Swachh Bharat Mission
The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs highlights the progress made under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) 2.0, focusing on the development of modern, accessible public toilet facilities across India. Key initiatives include the establishment of gender-segregated and inclusive toilets in high-footfall areas such as pilgrimage towns, markets, and
Defence Production
The Department of Defence Production (DDP) successfully concluded Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to 31, 2025, focusing on cleanliness and contributing to the Swachh Bharat Mission. The campaign involved cleanliness drives at 1533 sites, educating officials on cleanliness habits, and addressing public grievances. The DDP reviewed and segregated
National Urban Conclave
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal inaugurated the National Urban Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, focusing on sustainable urban development. Key initiatives launched include the Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme (DRAP) to address legacy waste, the Urban Invest Window (UiWIN) for private investment facilitation, and the Swachh Bharat Mission – Knowledge Management Unit
Swachh Bharat Mission
The Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban has successfully transformed neglected areas into clean public spaces through initiatives like Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs). Municipalities in Alappuzha, Kerala, and Metpally, Telangana, have showcased effective community participation in cleaning and beautifying local environments, turning them into vibrant landmarks. These efforts not only enhance urban aesthetics
Cleanliness Drive
On October 18, 2025, the Ministry of Law and Justice organized a cleanliness drive outside Shastri Bhawan as part of Special Campaign 5.0. Led by Shri R.K. Pattanayak and Smt. Rakhi Biswas, the initiative aimed to promote cleanliness and public hygiene, aligning with the Swachh Bharat Mission. Participants
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The Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with BISAG-N to develop a GIS-integrated decision-support platform for the Jal Jeevan Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen). This partnership aims to enhance data-driven decision-making and monitoring of rural water supply and sanitation initiatives, leveraging geospatial