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UNDP India and HUL Back 50,000 Safai Mitras by 2028

27 August 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSUNDP India andHUL Back 50,000Safai Mitras by202827 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

In August 2026, a UN agency and a consumer goods company extended their joint work on urban sanitation workers and waste handling.

Key facts

  • Partners: UNDP India and Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL).
  • Target: 50,000 Safai Mitras backed by 2028.
  • Coverage: 50 cities and Urban Local Bodies.
  • Priorities: social inclusion, recycling efficiency and improved city waste management.
ItemDetail
PartnersUNDP India, HUL
Safai Mitras to be supported50,000
Deadline2028
Cities and ULBs50

Significance

The plan combines worker welfare with stronger recycling and city waste handling.

Exam angle

  • Partners: UNDP India and HUL.
  • Beneficiary group: Safai Mitras.
  • Target year: 2028.
  • Cities covered: 50.

Test yourself

1. How many Safai Mitras will the UNDP India and HUL partnership aim to support by 2028?

The target is 50,000 Safai Mitras.

2. Which company partners with UNDP India to support Safai Mitras and urban waste management?

The partner is Hindustan Unilever Limited.

3. In how many cities and Urban Local Bodies will the UNDP-HUL partnership strengthen waste systems?

It covers 50 cities and ULBs.

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