NITI Aayog Releases Report on Faecal Sludge and Septage Management in Urban Areas

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niti aayog releases report on faecal sludge and septage management in urban areas Daily Current Affairs Article 22th January 2021: NITI Aayog released a book on faecal sludge and septage management in urban areas. Jointly developed with National Faecal Sludge and Septage Management (NFSSM) Alliance, the book presents 27 case studies across 10 states and various service and business models adopted by Indian cities while implementing faecal sludge and septage management (FSSM) initiatives.

The report mentions that about 60% of urban households rely on onsite sanitation systems, which require dedicated planning for management of waste collected in these systems’ containment structures.

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Accordingly, FSSM planning prioritizes human excreta management, a waste stream with a high potential for spreading diseases.

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