The ‘Clean India Mission’ turned five this last October, and notable successes have been made. But what does ‘progress’ mean in the COVID-19 pandemic? In this article, two case studies — Kolkata and Delhi — will demonstrate how the module works, and what it could mean to fight the viral outbreak.
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Planning for Delhi’s sanitation networks is a complex matter. Its systems, development, operation and maintenance involve multiple agencies at all scales. The scope of sanitation has expanded, but emphasis remains on increasing treatment capacity and extending the modern sewerage network. But where do we plan for the sanitary conditions of informal settlements, not connected by this modern network?
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