Strengthening Rural Sanitation in Kachhauna
The orientation training for Gram Panchayat (GP) stakeholders at Kachhauna Block, Hardoi, successfully concluded on March 3, 2025, paving the way for a cleaner, healthier, and self-sustaining future! The session brought together key stakeholders to discuss transformative strategies, reinforcing the region’s commitment to becoming a model for sustainable rural sanitation.
Key Takeaways from the Orientation:
- Community Responsibility: Reinforced the urgency of maintaining Open Defecation-Free (ODF) villages and ensuring the functionality of household and community toilets.
- Waste Management: Explored best practices for solid and liquid waste management, equipping participants with practical solutions.
- Funding & Support: Provided insights into funding opportunities through SBMG, CSR initiatives, and corporate partnerships to drive sanitation efforts forward.
- Operations & Maintenance: Delivered technical guidance on maintaining waste management infrastructure for long-term impact.
- Development Planning: Stressed the importance of integrating sanitation into village and block development plans to ensure sustainability.
- Waste Segregation: Conducted a hands-on exercise on source segregation, reinforcing the message through the powerful slogan: "Mera Kachra, Meri Jimmedari!"
The training witnessed enthusiastic participation from HCL Foundation representatives, including Satyam Singh, Laxman Puthewad, Chandramani Mishra, and Sandhya Yadav, alongside the Block Development Officer and A.D.O Panchayat. Their collective efforts mark a significant milestone in advancing rural sanitation under the Lighthouse Initiative Phase 2.
