New Delhi, April 9 -- Faecal Sludge and Septage Management (FSSM) is a vital component of sustainable urban sanitation, especially in areas without centralised sewerage systems. FSSM offers an immediate solution to urban sanitation challenges, particularly in small towns that are still developing and lack the infrastructure to manage septage effectively. According to studies conducted by the World Bank and other prominent institutions in 2013, only about 30 per cent of urban dwellers benefited from the infrastructure designed to manage urban wastewater. Therefore, it is imperative to adopt a smart approach that addresses the concentrated sources of pollution in water bodies and the environment.

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