AI SummarySwachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II is a centrally sponsored scheme of Ministry of Jal Shakti that keeps rural India clean and hygienic by supporting households with money help to build toilets and by managing solid and liquid waste in villages. The scheme is being implemented from 2020-21 to 2026-27 with a focus on turning open defecation free (ODF) villages into ODF Plus (Model) villages.
Under this phase, eligible rural households get an incentive of ₹12,000 to construct an individual household latrine. The mission also works on waste management, community sanitation and behaviour change so that every village stays clean, hygienic and well managed.
Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II - Introduction
Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II builds on the success of the first phase and works towards long-term cleanliness and hygiene through the effective management of solid and liquid waste in villages. The mission is supported by an investment of about ₹1.40 lakh crore and is being run from 2020-21 to 2026-27 in mission mode.
As part of this phase, the government focuses on keeping the open defecation free status while introducing solid and liquid waste management systems across rural India. The main aim is to convert ODF villages into ODF Plus (Model) villages, which simply means villages that are clean, hygienic and well managed. The scheme also lays stress on behaviour change so that people adopt better sanitation and hygiene practices on their own.
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) is a key part of the programme. It helps build community partnership, or Jan Bhagidari, and strengthens community ownership of the assets created under the scheme. The main goals of this mission include:
- Keeping the ODF status through consistent use of toilets
- Setting up solid waste management arrangements in villages
- Managing liquid waste and greywater well
- Ensuring visual cleanliness in and around every village
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II |
|---|---|
| Level | Central |
| Scheme For | Family |
| Beneficiary States | All |
| Category | Utility & Sanitation, Health & Wellness |
| Target Beneficiaries | Family, Individual |
| Sub Category | Sanitation, Sewage, Waste Management |
| Benefit Type | Composite |
| DBT Scheme | Yes |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Jal Shakti |
| Nodal Department | Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation |
| Implementation Period | 2020-21 to 2026-27 |
| Open Date | 2020-02-02 |
| Tags | Swachh Bharat, Toilet, Sanitation, Rural, Grameen |
Benefits
Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II offers several benefits to help families keep their homes and villages clean:
- Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs): Eligible rural households receive financial help of ₹12,000 to construct a toilet at home.
- Retrofitting: The scheme provides support to fix technical problems or improve existing toilets so that they become fully functional.
- Community Sanitary Complexes: Large villages with over 100 households get access to community-managed sanitation facilities, especially in areas with many migrant workers or SC/ST communities.
- Waste Management: Communities can set up compost pits for solid waste and soak pits for managing greywater and stormwater.
- System Maintenance: Local Gram Panchayats receive support to manage and maintain public sanitation facilities regularly.
The mission also runs campaigns like the Swachh Survekshan Grameen and the Start-up Grand Challenge to encourage community participation and creative sanitation solutions.
Eligibility
To apply for the ₹12,000 incentive, a family must belong to one of the following categories and live in a village that does not have a functional toilet:
- Below Poverty Line (BPL) families
- Scheduled Castes (SC) or Scheduled Tribes (ST) families
- Households with a person having a disability
- Landless labourers who own a home
- Small or marginal farmers
- Women-headed households
For example, if Ramesh, a small farmer, does not have a toilet at home and has not received any government funds for this purpose before, he can apply for support. Local block or district authorities will verify the application. Once the application is approved, the family becomes eligible for the grant. Priority is generally given to BPL families, followed by SC/ST households and other specified groups.
Application Process
Online
Applying online is easy. Follow these steps to register:
STEP 1 - Visit the official website at Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) official website.
STEP 2 - Look for the 'Application Form for IHHL' in the Citizen Corner section.
STEP 3 - If you are a new user, click on 'Citizen Registration'. Enter your mobile number and verify it with the OTP sent to your phone.
STEP 4 - Provide your personal details like name, gender and address, then click 'Submit'.
STEP 5 - After registering, log in using your registered mobile number and OTP. Select 'New Application' under the 'Modules' section, fill in the form and upload your documents to complete the application.
Offline
You may also contact your local Gram Panchayat office to understand how the community model for toilet construction is implemented in your village. The government encourages beneficiaries to take the lead in construction with support from the agency.
Mobile App
You can also use the UMANG app to access services related to Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II: Accessible via UMANG
Documents
You should keep the following documents ready for your application:
- Your Aadhaar Number
- Bank Account Details (a copy of your passbook for the direct benefit transfer)
- A recent photograph of the applicant
References
For further reading and official details, you can check these links:
FAQ's
What is Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II?
This scheme focuses on making villages ODF Plus (Model) by sustaining open defecation free status and improving how villages manage solid and liquid waste. It is being implemented from 2020-21 to 2026-27.
What is the benefit amount provided for a new toilet?
Eligible rural households receive an incentive of ₹12,000 to construct their own toilet.
How do I know if I am eligible?
You are eligible if you are a BPL cardholder, belong to an SC or ST community, are a small or marginal farmer, or fall into categories like landless labourers or women-headed households, provided you have not taken a similar benefit before.
How does the registration process work?
You should register on the official portal using your mobile number, verify it via OTP, enter your details and submit a new application under the 'Citizen Corner' section.
Who checks my application?
The concerned block or district authorities will conduct a physical verification of your household to confirm your eligibility before the funds are released through direct benefit transfer.