Frequently Asked Question about Nirmal Gram Puraskar

1. What are the provisions of NGP?

To add vigour to the TSC, in June 2003, GoI initiated an incentive scheme for fully

sanitized and open defecation free Gram Panchayats, Blocks, and Districts called the 'Nirmal Gram Puraskar'. The incentive pattern is based on population criteria and it varies from Rs.50,000 to Rs.50 lakh.

2. Who can get the Nirmal Gram Puraskar?

The following can get the Nirmal Gram Puraskar

(A) Gram Panchayats, Blocks and Districts, which achieve 100% sanitation coverage in terms of (a) 100% sanitation coverage of individual house holds, (b) 100% school sanitation coverage (c) free from open defecation and (d) clean environment maintenance.

(B) Individuals and organizations, who have been the driving force for effecting full

sanitation coverage in the respective geographical area.

3. What is the procedure for claiming NGP?

The procedure for applying for the Nirmal Gram Puraskar is as follows:

• There are 2 application forms developed one for PRI and another for Individuals

& Organizations. These application forms are available on www.ddws.nic.in,

which can be downloaded. If required, the same can be translated in local

language by the State Government or Project Implementing Agencies and

circulated to all the eligible applicants.

• The applications should be duly scrutinized at the District Level and only on

being fully satisfied with regard to the eligibility, it should be forwarded to the

State Government.

• The State Government should make its own arrangement for the verification of

the claims. There are two checklists for the two types of application forms, which

are also hosted on www.ddws.nic.in. The checklist should be filled in and

certified by the State Secretary in-charge of Rural Sanitation and forwarded to

Department of Drinking Water Supply, Ministry of Rural Development.

4. What are the purposes for which the incentive money can be utilised?

The incentive for Panchayat Raj Institutions can be used for improving and maintaining sanitation facilities in their respective areas. The focus should be on solid and liquid waste disposal and maintenance of the sanitation coverage achieved.

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