Himachal Pradesh Maharishi Valmiki Sampoorn Swachata Puraskar (state Sanitation Reward Scheme)

1. Block Level: The Gram Panchayat that attains the first position at the block level receives a cash prize of 1 lakh rupees. This monetary reward serves as recognition for their exemplary efforts in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation within their community. 1. District Level: The prize amount increases to 3 lakh rupees at the district level. Two Gram Panchayats can receive the prize if a district has more than 300 Gram Panchayats. This encourages healthy competition among Gram Panchayats within the district, fostering a cleaner and more hygienic environment. 1. Division Level: The winning Gram Panchayat at the division level is awarded a cash prize of 5 lakh rupees. This higher prize amount recognizes the exceptional cleanliness standards achieved by the Gram Panchayat within their division. 1. State Level: The highest recognition and incentives are reserved for the winning Gram Panchayat at the state level. The state-level winner receives a generous cash prize of 10 lakh rupees. This substantial reward serves as a testament to their outstanding commitment to cleanliness and sanitation practices.

1. Open Defecation-Free Gram Panchayat: The Gram Panchayat should have achieved open defecation-free status. This means that the community within the Gram Panchayat has successfully eliminated the practice of open defecation by providing adequate toilet facilities for all households. 1. Previous Level Winners: Gram Panchayats that have won an award at a particular level in the MVSSP competition are not eligible to participate in the same level for the next three years. However, they can compete at higher levels in the subsequent years. 1. State-Level Winner: The Gram Panchayat that has won the state-level award is not eligible to participate in the MVSSP competition for three years after winning the award.

Step 1: Gram Panchayat Resolution

The Gram Panchayat should pass a resolution expressing their intention to participate in the MVSSP competition.

Step 2: Application Form Submission

The Gram Panchayat fills out the application form provided by the MVSSP. The completed application form is submitted to the Block Development Officer (BDO) by 23rd April each year. The application form should be attested by the Gram Panchayat head and three other members.

Step 3: Scrutiny by Block Development Officer

The Block Development Officer (BDO) scrutinizes the received applications for completeness and eligibility.

Step 4: Referral to District Rural Development Agency (DRDA)

The Block Development Officer refers the applications to the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) for further processing.

Step 5: Assessment and Decision

Assessment Committees at different levels (block, district, division, and state) evaluate the eligible Gram Panchayats based on prescribed norms and marking criteria. The committees select the best/cleanest Gram Panchayats at each level, starting from the block level and progressing to the district, divisional, and state levels. The winners are announced and awarded prizes at the respective levels during Independence Day celebrations.