NRI Participation in Swachh Bharat - Addl Inputs
We will soon be compiling this for submission to our senior leadership for Swachh Bharat and MOUD.
Swachh Bharat Mission
Ways for NRI Participation in Swachh Bharat
1. NRIs can pool in funds or raise funds abroad for Swachh Bharat campaigns
2. NRIs can make a trust or committee for assist in small city for develop waste treatment plant
3. NRIs with specialization in solid waste management, industrial waste and water pollution etc. could work on projects in India on volunteer and part time basis
4. NRIs could sponsor short term Swachh Bharat projects in specific areas, esp their own hometown in coordination with State/Local Government
5. State Swachh Bharat Mission Directorate could identify various villages/city areas for Swachh Bharat initiatives and coordinate an effort where the NRI funding goes to a specific area and the NRI is able to monitor progress via online dashboards and videos
6. Research projects on waste management could be funded by NRIs
7. Technology, scientific and process oriented approach could be obtained from professional NRIs and utilized in India on several projects
8. Accomplished NRIs can serve as mentors/bouncing boards for officers handling different functional area in Swachh Bharat Mission Directorate (Centre and State)
9. Every city urban local body should have a citizen advisory board with atleast one NRI if possible as it will help bring value and fresh/unbiased perspective
10. NRIs from a particular city must be made part of the city Swachh Bharat circle so they can stay connected in real time and add value
11. NRI groups could guide Tehsildars and Sarpanch in making their village cleaner
12. NRIs can also conduct workshops to share their experience during their visits to India. more