National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) - "Emergency Response Sanitation Unit (ERSU) Formation and Functionalisation"
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Department: Department of Social Justice & Empowerment
The scheme aims to establish professional, well-trained, motivated and adequately equipped workforce for maintenance and management of sewers and septic tanks, addressing the critical need to eliminate fatalities resulting from workers entering sewers and septic tanks without proper safety measures.
About This Scheme
Benefits
##### Equipment and Safety Provisions
Provision of safety devices including Air compressor for blower, Air purified gas mask, breath mask, breathing apparatus, emergency medical oxygen kit, gas motor, full body wader suit, fishing wader suit attached with boots, head lamp, helmet, safety belt, safety body clothing, safety body harness, safety goggles, Tripod with safety belt.
₹2.0 L
Financial assistance up to ₹2,00,000/- per Emergency Response Sanitation Unit for safety devices on reimbursement basis.
##### Institutional Setup Benefits
Establishment of Emergency Response Sanitation Unit in all Municipal Corporations, Water and Sewer Boards in capital cities, and district headquarters.
Coverage area of 75 kilometers radius from each Emergency Response Sanitation Unit to serve smaller towns within the cluster.
Personal Protective Equipment provision for deep cleaning sanitation workers undertaking manual cleaning in emergency conditions.
##### Operational Support
Establishment of citizen helpline number 14420 for emergency sanitation service requests.
Trained manpower deployment with requisite safety equipment availability.
Professional workforce equipped with Personal Protective Equipment and safety devices for confined space entry.
##### Training and Capacity Building
Specific training provision for Sewer Entry Professionals and Emergency Response Sanitation Unit staff for cleaning of sewers and septic tanks in emergency conditions.
Competency-based training approach matching global standards for all Emergency Response Sanitation Unit staff.
Simulation and video-based training with practical assessments and certification.
> Conditions
₹2.0 L
_Safety device reimbursement of ₹2,00,000/- disbursed only after completion of appointment of Responsible Sanitation Authority._
_Financial assistance released only after establishment of functional helpline number 14420._
_Reimbursement processed only after completion of profiling of all Sewer and Septic Tank Workers in the jurisdiction._
_Safety equipment funding disbursed only after completion of occupational training of identified sanitation workers._
_Funds released through Public Financial Management System mechanism only._
_Utilisation Certificate submission mandatory for receiving reimbursement._
_Compliance with Government e-Marketplace procurement procedures required for equipment purchase._
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Required Documents
- ✦Resolution from Municipal Corporation Board or Water and Sewer Board Approving Emergency Response Sanitation Unit Establishment.
- ✦Notification Copy Designating Responsible Sanitation Authority (District Magistrate or Municipal Commissioner).
- ✦Proof of Establishment of Helpline Number 14420 with Operational Details.
- ✦Complete Database of Profiled Sewer and Septic Tank Workers in the Jurisdiction.
- ✦Training Completion Certificates of Identified Sewer and Septic Tank Workers.
- ✦List of Designated and Trained Sewer Entry Professionals with Certification Details.
- ✦Purchase Invoices and Bills for Safety Devices and Equipment (Original).
- ✦Utilisation Certificate for Safety Devices Procured Under the Component.
- ✦Compliance Report Confirming Adherence to Manual Scavenging Act 2013 Provisions.
- ✦Operational Report of Emergency Response Sanitation Unit Activities and Service Delivery.
- ✦Bank Account Details with Permanent Account Number for Reimbursement Processing.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Access the official NAMASTE portal and create institutional account with complete organizational details. Upload required documents including incorporation certificate, audit reports, and organizational chart. Verify bank account details, contact information, and current sanitation infrastructure status. Create secure login credentials with strong password and multi-factor authentication setup. Submit digital signatures and official seals for institutional verification. Complete document review
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹2.0 L