| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Swachh Shehar Jodi (SSJ) launched by MoHUA |
| Launch Date | 27 September 2025 |
| Objective | Uplift underperforming cities in urban sanitation and waste management |
| Number of MoUs Signed | 300 |
| Cities Involved | 72 mentor cities paired with nearly 200 mentee cities |
| Selection Criteria | Mentor cities: Top performers in Swachh Survekshan 2024, Super Swachh League, clean cities across states; Mentee cities: Low-ranking cities geographically close to mentors |
| Duration | 100-day action plan |
| Focus Areas | Waste segregation, sanitation access, citizen advocacy, grievance redressal |
| Evaluation Platform | Swachh Survekshan 2026 |
| Supporting Ministry | MoHUA, under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban |
| Monitoring Mechanism | Central dashboard for progress tracking |
| Key Workshops | Exposure visits, workshops, expertise sharing on waste management |
| Initiative Theme | Aligns with Antyodaya, ensuring inclusive urban development |
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