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Activists Demand Dignity for Exploited Sewage Workers in India

5/2/2025

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In India, the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) strives to eradicate open defecation, yet it neglects the struggles of marginalized sewage workers, often trapped in unsafe, exploitative conditions. Activists are calling for civic body employment to enhance accountability, ensuring these workers receive the safety and dignity they deserve.

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Story summary

In India, the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) strives to eradicate open defecation, yet it neglects the struggles of marginalized sewage workers, often trapped in unsafe, exploitative conditions. Activists are calling for civic body employment to enhance accountability, ensuring these workers receive the safety and dignity they deserve.