MoHUA Launches Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao Initiative for Monsoon Preparedness
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao (SABB) initiative under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, running from July 1 to August 31, 2024. This initiative aims to bolster Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in tackling heightened cleanliness and health challenges during the monsoon season. It aligns with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s ‘STOP Diarrhoea Campaign’, emphasizing comprehensive interventions and inter-departmental collaboration.
Focus on waste collection, transportation, and cleaning of community and public toilets.
Improving facilities for children and ensuring water quality sampling.
Adoption of the Protect Prevent Treat Strategy (PPTS) and coordination for effective monitoring.
Involvement of local communities, NGOs, and private sectors in hygiene and sanitation promotion.
Educating local officials and communities on water management, sanitation, and hygiene.
Conducting events and campaigns on diarrhoea management and post-monsoon maintenance planning.
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