TAG: GS-2: GOVERNANCE AND SOCIAL ISSUES
THE CONTEXT: The recently concluded MoHUA led Swachhata Hi Sewa Campaign under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban has gained momentum across the country, with Northeastern States taking the lead in improving health and sanitation.
EXPLANATION:
- It was launched virtually from Jaipur, Rajasthan
- It aims to mobilise the participation of crores of citizens across the country via various activities such as Indian Swachhata League 2.0, SafaiMitra Suraksha Shivir and mass cleanliness drives.
- SBM-Grameen and SBM-Urban have partnered with other key Ministries and Departments to amplify participation and community mobilisation in SHS 2023.
- It also witnessed the launch of logo, website and portal of SHS- 2023.
- Theme of SHS-2024 is (S4) ‘Swabhav Swachhata-Sanskar Swachhata”. As a part of this exercise, a series of activities like cleanliness drives, collection and disposal of waste, ensure clean toilets, No Black Spots etc., are proposed to be organised.
- People participation is key to revive and rejuvenate water bodies by removing the garbage.
The campaign will culminate on Swachh Bharat Diwas on 2nd October 2024, with a nationwide Shramdaan activity to honor Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy and promote cleanliness as a way of life.
Key Pillars of SHS 2024:
| Pillars | Description |
| Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs) Shramdaan Activities |
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| Swachhata Mein Jan Bhagidari Public Participation, Awareness and Advocacy |
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| Safai Mitra Suraksha Shivirs |
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Source:
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2067772
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