India, Sept. 15 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

The limited income, social exclusion and lack of educational opportunities can restrict the possibility of building a secure future for sanitation workers from economically disadvantaged communities. Timely financial assistance and access to mechanised sanitation equipment can help transform such vulnerable livelihoods into safer and more sustainable sources of income.

Demonstrating the impact of support under the Swachhta Udyami Yojana (SUY) component of the NAMASTE Scheme, Shri Balamala Malli, a 30-year-old member of the Scheduled Tribe community, has moved towards greater economic stability and dignity. As part of a five-member group project, he received assistance to pro...