The Swachh Survekshan Grameen (SSG) 2025 is a nationwide rural sanitation survey launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. It aims to assess and rank the cleanliness and sanitation levels across India's rural areas, reinforcing the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) Phase II.

Key Features of SSG 2025:

Objective: To provide a national ranking of States, Union Territories, and Districts based on both quantitative and qualitative sanitation parameters. 

Scope of the Survey: The survey will cover approximately 21,000 villages across 761 districts in 34 States and Union Territories.

Assessment Components:

Service-Level Progress: Evaluation based on data from district self-assessment reports.

Direct Observation: Field visits to households and public places to observe sanitation practices.

Infrastructure Functionality: Assessment of facilities like Plastic Waste Management Units (PWMUs), Faecal Sludge Management (FSM) plants, and GOBARdhan units.

Citizen Feedback: Collection of public opinions through mobile applications and direct interactions.

Implementation: An independent agency has been engaged to conduct the survey, ensuring transparency and objectivity in the assessment process.

Expected Outcomes:

• Encouragement of healthy competition among regions to improve sanitation standards.
• Identification of best practices and areas needing improvement.
• Enhanced community participation in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.

This initiative underscores the government's commitment to sustaining and advancing the gains achieved under the Swachh Bharat Mission, aiming for a cleaner and healthier rural India.