Reports

Advisory On Faecal Sludge and Septage Management in Small and Medium towns

Sanitation Capacity Building Platform(SCBP)

Contributors: National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), Technical inputs from field evaluations by Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), Consultation with State Urban Development Departments and selected ULBs, Supported by policy direction from Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)

The Advisory on FSSM in Small and Medium Towns guides ULBs and state institutions in managing faecal sludge where full sewerage is not feasible. It provides standardized guidance on planning, designing, and costing of FSTPs and co-treatment facilities. The advisory addresses key challenges like under-utilization, cost variation, and the need for sustainable, user-friendly technologies, while aligning infrastructure with public health goals.