“Goa’s Vision for a Swachh Bharat: Minister Mauvin Godinho Champions Rural Sanitation at Round Table Conference”
In a significant step towards promoting rural sanitation and sustainability, Industries Minister, Shri Mauvin Godinho, participated in the Round Table Conference on Swachh Bharat Mission – Grameen (SBM-G) Progress & Next Phase. The conference, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, brought together key stakeholders to discuss the mission’s progress and future directions.
The discussions highlighted the mission’s remarkable achievements, including the expansion of ODF Plus villages and the implementation of greywater and solid waste management systems. Innovative initiatives like GOBARdhan biogas plants were also showcased, demonstrating the potential for sustainable waste management and renewable energy generation.
Shri Godinho’s participation in the conference underscored Goa’s commitment to promoting rural sanitation and sustainability. His involvement in the discussions will help shape the mission’s future directions and ensure that Goa’s experiences and best practices are shared with other states.
The Swachh Bharat Mission’s progress and next phase will have a significant impact on Goa’s rural areas, enhancing sanitation facilities, promoting hygiene, and improving the overall quality of life for residents. The mission’s focus on sustainability and waste management will also contribute to Goa’s environmental conservation efforts [1].