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World Toilet Day 2025: 3.4 Billion Lack Sanitation Access

11/23/2025

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World Toilet Day was observed globally on November 19, 2025, with the theme "Sanitation in a changing world."
The observance highlights that about 3.4 billion people lack access to managed sanitation services.
In Bangladesh, 73% of households now use improved sanitation facilities, though sewer connections remain low and adoption barriers persist.
In India, a three-day World Toilet Summit promoted responsible toilet use and hygiene through campaigns and initiatives.

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Story summary

World Toilet Day was observed globally on November 19, 2025, with the theme "Sanitation in a changing world."
The observance highlights that about 3.4 billion people lack access to managed sanitation services.
In Bangladesh, 73% of households now use improved sanitation facilities, though sewer connections remain low and adoption barriers persist.
In India, a three-day World Toilet Summit promoted responsible toilet use and hygiene through campaigns and initiatives.