Srinagar, Dec. 16 -- Among the many issues that affect our day-to-day life, there is one that often goes unnoticed but continues to trouble our society-cleanliness in public spaces. The government has launched numerous schemes like the Swachh Bharat Mission, provided large and small dustbins, and organized regular cleanliness awareness programmes. These initiatives show a clear commitment to creating a cleaner and healthier India. And no doubt, people do use these facilities and participate in campaigns to some extent.

Yet, despite all these efforts, one uncomfortable truth remains: many of our public spaces, especially public bathrooms, remain far from clean. Step into the washrooms of hospitals, schools, colleges, government offices, o...