Context:
Union Minister of Jal Shakti Shri C R Patil launched Swachh Survekshan Grameen (SSG) 2025, a nationwide rural sanitation survey by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti today in Delhi in the presence of Minister of State of Jal Shakti Shri V. Somanna.
- Scope: Survey covers 21,000 villages across 761 districts in 34 States/UTs.
- Purpose: To assess rural sanitation progress and sustainability of ODF Plus outcomes under Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) Phase-II.
Ministry
- Conducted by: Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti.
- Verification: Independent agency engaged for authentic and transparent field verification.
Key Features
- Geo-fencing Enabled Data Collection:
- Ensures data authenticity with location-verified entries during surveys.
- Swachhata Green Leaf Rating (SGLR):
- Tracks the quality and effectiveness of sanitation services delivered.
- Best Practices Documentation:
- Launch of Swachhata Chronicles Vol. III to compile and showcase successful State sanitation interventions.
- Technology Integration:
- Use of mobile applications for real-time feedback collection and data monitoring to enhance transparency.
- Inclusivity & Capacity Building:
- Mobilisation of Swachhagrahis (local sanitation volunteers), training units, and local governance bodies for sustained impact.
Survey Criteria and Components
SSG 2025 evaluates rural sanitation through four main components:
- Service-Level Progress (SLP):
- District self-assessment and desktop validation of ODF Plus Model Verified Villages.
- Direct Observation of Sanitation Status:
- Field visits to households, schools, Common Service Centres (CSCs), Panchayat Bhavans to verify cleanliness and sanitation practices.
- Direct Observation – Infrastructure Functionality:
- Evaluation of Plastic Waste Management Units (PWMU), Faecal Sludge Management (FSM) plants, GOBARdhan units, etc.
- Citizen Feedback:
- Collected through mobile apps and face-to-face surveys to ensure inclusive participation and transparency.
