Phase II Objectives

The second phase of Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban & Gramin) focuses on sustaining Open Defecation Free (ODF) achievements and advancing solid and liquid waste management.

Key Interventions

• Construction and retrofitting of Individual Household Latrines (IHHL) with subsidy support.
• Development of community sanitary complexes in high‑density areas.
• Segregation, collection, and processing of plastic waste and other solid waste streams.
• Management of greywater and fecal sludge through decentralized treatment units.
• Provision of colour‑coded waste segregation bins at municipal wards and Gram Panchayats.
• Intensive IEC campaigns to promote handwashing, menstrual hygiene, and safe disposal practices.

These measures aim to maintain sanitation gains, reduce environmental pollution, and improve public health outcomes across all states and union territories.

1. Verify eligibility (absence of a functional toilet) and gather required documents (Aadhaar, proof of residence, bank account details).
2. Apply online via the Swachh Bharat Mission portal (https://swachhbharatmission.gov.in/) or submit a physical application to the local Gram Panchayat office (rural) or Municipal Ward office (urban).
3. Upload or attach documents; for offline submission, provide photocopies along with the application form.
4. Application is scrutinized by the concerned block/municipal officer; upon approval, a sanction order is issued.
5. Funds are transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through DBT after verification of toilet construction or community facility completion.