Fifty years ago | Collection of night soil on Singapore model
This archival piece from 1976 discusses the Indian government's plan to implement a Singapore-style night soil collection system in urban areas. The report highlights the lack of adequate sewerage infrastructure and the need for more sanitary waste management practices.
Why it matters
It provides historical context on India's long-standing challenges with urban sanitation and infrastructure development.
New Delhi, August 18: The Centre has advised the State Governments to launch a pilot project in selected cities for night soil service on the model of Singapore.
This follows the recommendation of the Committee set up by the Works and Housing Ministry to examine the report of Sivaraman Committee on urban wastes.
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