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World Toilet Day 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\nSanitation: Collective Responsibility for Dignity and Planet<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

MoHUA Launches \u2018Toilet Paas Hai\u2019 & \u2018Main Saaf Hi Achha Hoon\u2019\u2014Advocacy Drive to Champion Responsible Toilet Use<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Sulabh International & World Toilet Organization kickstart 3-day World Toilet Summit in collaboration with MoHUA and DDWS to accelerate sustainable sanitation and circular economy practices.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Posted On: 19 NOV 2025 5:41PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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\u201cSanitation: Collective Responsibility for Dignity and Planet\u201d \u2013 The World Toilet Day 2025 theme echoes India\u2019s holistic approach, integrating cleanliness, dignity, and environmental stewardship. Aligning with Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi\u2019s vision, India has made significant progress in expanding universal and sustainable access to these essential services. On the occasion of World Toilet Day, Sulabh International & World Toilet Organization kickstarted 3-day World Toilet summit with global stakeholders to accelerate sustainable sanitation, in the presence of Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal & Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Patil. Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo (Water & Sanitation, South Africa), ambassadors from Sri Lanka and Bhutan and representatives from 25 countries and representatives from leading organizations like HUL, BMGF, World Bank participated in the Summit.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Responding to the Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister\u2019s clarion call for swachhata in 2014 under the Swachh Bharat Mission, India was declared Open Defecation Free within a span of 5 years in 2019 \u2013 a remarkable milestone. The construction of toilets in every household has ensured not only cleanliness and safety but also dignity, education, and greater participation of women and girl students in society. \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Rapid urbanisation and rising migration are intensifying sanitation challenges in cities, increasing the demand for high-quality toilets. With climate change putting additional strain on global WASH systems, it is becoming vital to adopt climate-resilient and sustainable sanitation solutions. The UN\u2019s SDG-6 recognises clean water and sanitation as a fundamental human right.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

With the launch of Swachh Bharat Mission\u2013Urban (SBM-U) 2.0, India entered a new phase of urban sanitation \u2013 the journey from ODF to ODF++ and most importantly safe sanitation. As city populations grew, the demand for public toilets rose sharply. It became vital to strengthen design and sustainable management of both solid and liquid waste. Following the achievements of ODF and ODF+, the focus was on ensuring all cities achieve ODF++ status, which mandates safe sanitation and comprehensive faecal sludge management.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

As per 2024 Joint Monitoring Programme (JMP) report by WHO and UNICEF, nearly 55 million urban residents in India have gained access to safely managed, improved sanitation facilities in just the past two years \u2014 a population roughly equivalent to that of France or Italy. These enhanced sanitation services have also played a significant role in reducing infant and under-five mortality rates.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Recognizing India\u2019s diverse and challenging geographical conditions, sanitation and toilet facilities have been developed to meet regional needs. In this context, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has advanced the Swachh Bharat Mission in close coordination with missions such as AMRUT and Namami Gange. This includes the implementation of several initiatives, such as establishing sewage treatment facilities along coastal and river areas.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

To elevate urban sanitation, several startups have been engaged to introduce innovative solutions across cities. To encourage such efforts, the \u2018Swachhata Startup Challenge\u2019 was launched with a focus on technology and architectural design, along with a dedicated \u2018Toilet Design Challenge.\u2019<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Strengthening institutional capacity is also a key priority, and in 2024, under SBM-U 2.0, significant MoUs were signed. MoHUA signed an MoU partnering with HUL to develop PPP models for community toilets. The Ministry also partnered with Sulabh International to support the construction and efficient maintenance of toilets in high-footfall areas.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

SBM-U 2.0 is now encouraging all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to expand public toilet (PT) infrastructure at tourist destinations, high-footfall areas, and religious sites to meet growing sanitation needs. It has also been recommended that these facilities be\u00a0classified as \u201cAspirational Toilets.\u201d<\/u>\u00a0The Mission aims to significantly enhance the user experience of public toilet services, supported by innovative models and solutions designed to ensure their long-term sustainability.\u00a0So far, 29,000 Aspirational Toilet seats have been given approval under SBM-U 2.0.<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Click here to know the State wise data.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Aspirational Toilets: Modern, Inclusive & Environmentally sustainable.<\/u>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Aspirational Toilets will include:<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0smart features and user-friendly designs,<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0accessible and inclusive infrastructure,<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0gender-neutral and child-friendly facilities,<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0environmentally sustainable technologies.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Across the nation, aspirational toilets were Inaugurated today. Indore Municipal Corporation inaugurated a newly constructed public toilet at Nehru Park, led by Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav and Commissioner Dilip Kumar Yadav. Lucknow Mayor, Smt. Sushma Kharkwal inaugurated the newly built public toilet near Chowk Stadium. The event saw the presence of councillors, officials and citizens.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

At the World Toilet Summit 2025, Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal called for global cooperation on swachhata and sustainability. He said, \u201cAcross India and around the world, better and cleaner toilet systems are being put in place. In our country too, mindsets are changing \u2014 and must change. After all, cleanliness is not judged by a tidy home or bedroom, but by the condition of one\u2019s toilet\u201d. He stressed the need for wastewater treatment, reuse, cleaner toilets, and faster behavioural change. He also underscored early sanitation habits in children and the importance of waste-to-wealth and circularity under Swachh Bharat Mission\u2013Urban.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Patil, highlighted the transformative impact of toilets on the lives of women, stressing that rural toilet construction has strengthened their dignity, safety, pride, and honour. \u201cSafe sanitation and safe water are essential\u2014and it all begins with access to toilet. In rural areas, 12 crore toilets have been constructed. With access to clean and safe toilets, annual deaths caused by diarrhoea have been prevented, saving the lives of nearly 3 lakh children every year\u201d, he added.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Marking the World Toilet Day, MoHUA launched\u00a0\u2018Toilet Paas Hai\u2019 & \u2018Main Saaf Hi Achha Hoon\u2019<\/em>\u00a0– a year-long advocacy drive to champion responsible toilet use. It is aimed at promoting responsible toilet use and hygiene habits across communities. A range of advisories and training resources have also been released to strengthen urban sanitation efforts, including specialised training module – CT&PT Guide: Commonly occurring gaps and solutions for Design of Public Toilets, Intent by cities for HUL-Suvidha centres, engaging Behaviour Change Communication to develop good sanitation habits at an early stage in children –\u00a0Swachh Aadatein- 21 Dinon\u00a0ka<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>Swachh Aadat<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>Prashikshan<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>Pathyakram.<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Inaugural Session of the World Toilet Day Summit saw participation from government, industry, international organisations, academia, innovators, and entrepreneurs will help chart a roadmap for a sustainable sanitation future. The following 2 days will cover deliberations on circular economy and climate-positive sanitation, financing models and innovative partnerships, inclusive design, construction, and O&M, technology solutions and capacity building for ULBs and elevating safety and dignity of SafaiMitras.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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