The NAMASTE Yojana (National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem) is a government initiative aimed at improving the lives of sanitation workers across India. This scheme provides financial aid, skill training, safety equipment, and social security benefits to ensure the dignity, health, and well-being of those engaged in sanitation work. By promoting mechanised cleaning methods, the NAMASTE Yojana also works to eliminate manual scavenging and reduce health risks for workers. Along with insurance coverage and livelihood support, the program focuses on rehabilitation, alternative job opportunities, and welfare measures for sanitation workers and their families. This initiative marks a major step towards building a safe, inclusive, and dignified future for sanitation workers while modernising India’s sanitation system.
