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    Ac vity – 2

    FIELD REPORT ON CLEANLINESS AND SANITATION


    GROUP MEMBERS – Pragya Bhutoria , Sneha, Khushi Yadav, Urvi,
    Deepika Singh , Isha

    INTRODUCTION - The field report on cleanliness and sanita on in


    South Extension part 2 , Delhi, was conducted to assess the hygiene
    condi ons of the area, par cularly in terms of public spaces, waste
    management, and the status of public toilets. South Extension, a
    prominent commercial and residen al locality, is known for its
    bustling markets, upscale bou ques, and a significant foo all. The
    purpose of this report is to provide insights into the cleanliness of the
    locality and know about the sanita on prac ces among residents,
    shop owners, and visitors.
    AREA - South Extension is divided into two parts, South Extension I
    and South Extension II, with well-developed roads, markets, and a
    combina on of residen al and commercial zones. The area has a
    rela vely affluent popula on, with many modern ameni es.
    However, with its status as a commercial hub, especially around the
    South Extension market, it witnesses heavy foot traffic, especially
    during weekends and fes vals. This contributes significantly to waste
    genera on.
    The streets are lined with high-end shops, eateries, and small food
    vendors. As a result, food waste, packaging material, and general
    li er were noted in various spots, especially around the market
    areas. Residen al sec ons, in contrast, are generally cleaner, but
    problems related to sanita on and waste management persist.

    Cleanliness Assessment: Upon observa on, cleanliness in residen al


    areas of South Extension appeared moderately maintained, with
    municipal services visibly ac ve. Garbage collec on trucks made
    regular rounds, and bins were placed at key points. However, in
    commercial areas, especially around the market, there was a marked
    difference in cleanliness levels. The following points summarize the
    key cleanliness issues:
    1. Li ering: Despite waste bins being available, many visitors and
    shopkeepers were found to dispose of waste in the open,
    especially around food stalls. Packaging waste, plas c cups, and
    wrappers were common sights around busy sec ons of the
    market.
    2. Waste Collec on: While the municipal services were present,
    the frequency of waste collec on did not seem sufficient given
    the volume of trash generated. Overflowing bins and sca ered
    waste were visible in some areas. Improper disposal by street
    vendors contributed to the overall poor state of cleanliness.
    3. Public Awareness: There appeared to be a lack of awareness
    among a segment of the popula on, par cularly daily visitors,
    regarding responsible waste disposal. Proper waste
    management and disposal was either absent or insufficient.
    Though some residents were proac ve in maintaining their
    immediate surroundings, there was no coordinated community
    effort observed in the market area.

    Public Toilets: The condi on of public toilets in South Extension was


    another cri cal aspect of the sanita on assessment. The area is
    equipped with a few public toilets, but the following issues were
    noted:
    1. Hygiene: The overall hygiene of public toilets was average.
    Many toilets were poorly maintained, with a lack of regular
    cleaning. The smell of urine and waste was prevalent in some of
    the public toilet facili es near the market, deterring people
    from using them.
    2. Water Supply and Facili es: In several public toilets, especially
    those located in more congested parts of the market, there was
    inadequate water supply. This lack of water made it difficult for
    users to maintain hygiene, and in some cases, people opted not
    to use the facili es altogether. In contrast there was one tap
    which was having leakage issues and the water was not
    stopping to flow from it.
    3. Accessibility and Awareness: While toilets were available,
    many visitors seemed unaware of their loca ons due to a lack
    of proper signs or awareness campaigns. Furthermore, some
    facili es were under-u lized, possibly because of their poor
    condi on and the lack of informa on on maintenance. During
    the assessment, it was observed that instead of using the
    designated public toilets, many men were seen urina ng openly
    on the roads, contribu ng to unsanitary condi ons in the area.
    Addi onally, several individuals were using public washrooms
    as smoking spots, which further exacerbated the unhygienic
    environment due to the improper disposal of cigare e bu s
    and the lingering smell of smoke.

    People’s Awareness and A tude: The general public’s awareness


    and a tude towards cleanliness varied. In residen al areas, residents
    seemed more conscious of their surroundings and ac vely
    par cipated in keeping their local streets clean. In interviews with a
    few locals, they emphasized the role of the municipal corpora on but
    also expressed frustra on over the irregular waste collec on at
    mes.
    In commercial areas, par cularly around the market, awareness was
    rela vely low. Many vendors lacked proper disposal mechanisms, and
    despite some a empts by the municipal body to place dustbins in
    the area, they were o en ignored. Some vendors openly admi ed
    that they were unaware of strict cleanliness guidelines, while others
    stated that they did not have enough infrastructure to maintain
    cleanliness.
    Several shop owners, however, expressed that they were keen on
    maintaining cleanliness but felt that the efforts must be collec ve.
    They emphasized the need for stronger enforcement of cleanliness
    laws and be er infrastructure, such as more frequent waste
    collec on and be er-maintained public toilets.

    QUESTIONNAIRE - Ques onnaire for Survey on Swachh Bharat


    Abhiyan in South Extension, Delhi:
    This survey aims to gather insights from residents, shopkeepers, and
    visitors, police in South Extension, Delhi, regarding their awareness,
    par cipa on, and perspec ves on the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and
    overall cleanliness in the area.

    Sec on 1: General Informa on

    1. Name (Op onal): ___________________


    2. Age:
    - Below 18
    - 18-30
    - 31-45
    - 46-60
    - Above 60
    3. Gender:
    - Male
    - Female
    - Other

    4. Occupa on:
    - Student
    - Business Owner
    - Employed
    - Unemployed
    - Homemaker
    - Other

    5. Are you a:
    - Resident of South Extension
    - Shop owner/employee
    - Visitor

    Sec on 2: Awareness and Par cipa on in Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

    6. Are you aware of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India


    Mission)?
    - Yes
    - No
    - Somewhat

    7. How o en do you see cleanliness drives or campaigns in South


    Extension?
    - Frequently
    - Occasionally
    - Rarely
    - Never

    8. Have you personally par cipated in any cleanliness drives or


    Swachh Bharat ac vi es?
    - Yes, regularly
    - Yes, some mes
    - No, but I would like to
    - No, and I am not interested

    9. Do you believe Swachh Bharat Abhiyan has made a no ceable


    impact on the cleanliness of South Extension?
    - Yes, a significant impact
    - Yes, a slight improvement
    - No no ceable change
    - The situa on has worsened

    Sec on 3: Cleanliness and Public Behavior


    10. How would you rate the overall cleanliness of South Extension?
    - Very clean
    - Moderately clean
    - Somewhat dirty
    - Very dirty

    11. Do you feel there are enough public dustbins available in the
    market and public areas?
    - Yes, sufficient
    - Somewhat, but more are needed
    - No, there are very few
    - I am not sure

    12. Have you no ced people li ering despite the availability of


    dustbins?
    - Yes, o en
    - Yes, occasionally
    - No, people use dustbins responsibly

    13. How frequently do you observe people urina ng in public spaces


    (roads, corners) instead of using public toilets?
    - O en
    - Some mes
    - Rarely
    - Never

    14. Do you think the public toilets in South Extension are:


    - Clean and well-maintained
    - Moderately clean, need improvement
    - Poorly maintained and unhygienic
    - I haven’t used the public toilets

    15. Have you seen people using public washrooms for ac vi es other
    than their intended use (e.g., smoking, etc.)?
    - Yes, frequently
    - Yes, occasionally
    - No, never
    - I’m not aware

    Sec on 4: Sugges ons and Improvements

    16. What do you think are the main reasons for poor sanita on or
    cleanliness in South Extension? (Select all that apply)
    - Lack of awareness among people
    - Insufficient public dustbins
    - Inadequate cleaning by municipal authori es
    - Poor maintenance of public toilets
    - People’s careless behavior
    - Other

    17. What steps would you suggest to improve cleanliness in the


    South Extension area? (Select all that apply)
    - More awareness campaigns and educa on
    - Strict fines for li ering or urina ng in public
    - Increased number of dustbins and be er waste collec on
    - Regular maintenance and cleaning of public toilets
    - Installa on of more public toilets
    - Community-led cleanliness drives
    - Other

    18. Do you think stricter enforcement of cleanliness rules (fines,


    penal es) would help maintain cleanliness in the area?
    - Yes, definitely
    - Maybe
    - No, enforcement won’t help

    19. On a scale of 1-5, how would you rate your own contribu on to
    maintaining cleanliness in your surroundings?
    - 1 (Not contribu ng at all)
    - 2 (Minimal contribu on)
    - 3 (Average contribu on)
    - 4 (Above average contribu on)
    - 5 (Highly involved in maintaining cleanliness)
    20. Any addi onal comments or sugges ons regarding cleanliness
    and sanita on in South Extension?
    - __________________________________________________
    - __________________________________________________
    - __________________________________________________

    SURVEY RESULTS –
    1. Survey with a policeman -
    2. Survey with sweeper -
    3. Survey with student -
    4. Survey with security guard -
    CONCLUSION - The cleanliness and sanita on condi ons in South
    Extension, Delhi, reflect a mixed picture. While residen al areas
    maintain a reasonable level of cleanliness, the bustling commercial
    areas, especially the market, struggle with waste management and
    sanita on. Public toilets require urgent a en on in terms of hygiene
    and maintenance. The lack of awareness about proper waste disposal
    among visitors and some shopkeepers further exacerbates the
    problem. To improve the situa on, a stronger collabora on between
    the municipal authori es, local residents, and businesses is needed.
    Regular awareness campaigns, increased waste collec on frequency,
    and be er signage for public toilets could significantly improve
    sanita on in the area.

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