Paper: GS – II, Subject: Governance, Topic: Government Policies, Issue: Swachh Survekshan.
Context:
The “Swachh Survekshan 2024-25” cleanliness survey conducted by the Central Government of India. The survey recognizes cities across various population categories for their outstanding efforts in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation.
- This year’s awards introduced new categories like ‘Swachh Shahar’ and ‘Super Swachh League’ to promote and acknowledge sustained excellence in cleanliness. The awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu.
Key Takeaways:
| Swachh Survekshan: It is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in cities and towns across India, launched as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (specifically under SBA-Urban).It was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) with Quality Council of India (QCI) as its implementation partner.The SBA was launched (on 2nd October 2014) to make India clean and free of open defecation by 2nd October 2019.The SBA was split into two – rural (SBA-Gramin, monitored by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti) and urban (SBA-Urban, overseen by the MoHUA).SBM-U 2.0 was recently launched on 1st October, 2021, focused on ensuring complete access to sanitation facilities for all.The vision of a Garbage Free India is an initiative under SBM-U 2.0.The first survey was undertaken in 2016 (covering 73 cities), which had grown to cover 4242 (by the 2020 survey).The methodology for measuring cleanliness rests on two main criteria citizen feedback and field assessment. |
Benefits of the Swachh Survekshan and Cleanliness Initiatives:
The Swachh Survekshan and the resulting cleanliness initiatives offer numerous benefits to cities and their residents:
- Improved Public Health: Cleaner environments reduce the spread of diseases and improve overall public health outcomes.
- Enhanced Quality of Life: Clean cities are more pleasant to live in, contributing to a higher quality of life for residents.
- Boosted Tourism: Cleanliness is a major factor in attracting tourists, which can boost local economies.
- Environmental Protection: Effective waste management and sanitation practices protect the environment and conserve natural resources.
- Increased Property Values: Clean and well-maintained neighborhoods often experience higher property values.
- Promotes Citizen Participation: The Swachh Survekshan encourages citizen participation in cleanliness initiatives, fostering a sense of community ownership.
- Recognition and Motivation: The awards provide recognition for cities that are performing well, motivating them to continue improving their cleanliness standards.
- Best Practice Sharing: The survey facilitates the sharing of best practices among cities, helping them learn from each other and improve their performance.
- Focus on Sanitation Workers’ Safety: The ‘Best Safaimitra Surakshit Shehar’ award highlights the importance of ensuring the safety and dignity of sanitation workers.
- Sustainable Waste Management: The survey promotes sustainable waste management practices, such as waste segregation, recycling, and composting.
Conclusion:
The Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 highlights the progress made by Indian cities in improving cleanliness and sanitation. The awards not only recognize the efforts of the winning cities but also serve as a catalyst for other cities to strive for higher standards of cleanliness. The Swachh Survekshan continues to be a vital tool in promoting the Swachh Bharat Mission and achieving its goals of a cleaner and healthier India.
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