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Dakshina Kannada's Gram Panchayat Creates History in Waste Disposal!
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News18•20-09-2026, 13:21
Dakshina Kannada's Gram Panchayat Creates History in Waste Disposal!
- •Kadeshivalaya Gram Panchayat in Dakshina Kannada has made state-level impact in scientific waste management.
- •In 2021, the Matru Sanjeevini Federation pioneered by appointing women as 'Swachha Vahini' drivers.
- •Starting with an internal fund of Rs 3.60 lakh, it secured second place statewide for best 'Swachha Sankirna' management in 2023-24.
- •Two plastic buckets provided to each house, promoting segregation of wet and dry waste.
- •A monthly fee of Rs 50 from houses, Rs 100 for diaper providers, and Rs 100 from shops covers staff salaries, making the panchayat self-reliant.
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The Kadeshivalaya Gram Panchayat achieved success through women's power, specifically by having the Matru Sanjeevini Federation lead the initiative, appointing a self-help group woman as the district's first female Swachha Vahini vehicle driver, and implementing proper source segregation with provided plastic buckets.
Along with Gandhi Gram, Amrita Gram, and Swachh Bharat Mission awards, the Kadeshivalaya Gram Panchayat secured the second position in the state for best Swachha Sankirna management during the 2023-24 financial year.
Staff salaries are funded by collecting a solid waste collection fee of Rs 50 per month from each house, Rs 100 from households providing diapers, and Rs 100 from each shop.
