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Occupational Safety

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A national push to eliminate fatalities among sanitation workers is gaining momentum, underscored by recent government workshops and an extension of the NAMASTE scheme to 2031. The initiative emphasizes mechanization, institutional preparedness, and a whole-of-government approach to ensure safe and dignified sanitation services across Indian cities. Key components include Emergency Response Sanitation Units (ERSUs) and efforts to improve occupational safety, health, and livelihood opportunities for sanitation workers and waste pickers, alongside the promotion of Waste-to-Wealth self-help groups. This focus on systematic service delivery and worker well-being signals a potential shift towards safer and more sustainable sanitation practices, which could positively impact public health and worker welfare.