ODF, ODF+, ODF++ Status

In larger prospect, ODF flagship is taken ahead by ODF+ and ODF++. The SBM-ODF+ and SBM-ODF++ protocols build upon the ODF protocols while keeping true to its provisions, so as to provide a platform for cities and towns to improve sanitation sustainability. These protocols are incremental in nature and reflect on-ground realities present in India.

ODF, ODF+ and ODF++ Status

Cities that have been certified ODF at least once on the basis of the ODF protocols laid down by MoHUA shall be eligible to declare themselves as SBM-ODF+ & SBM-ODF++ and apply for this certification.

Conditions for ODF Status

• All households that have space to construct toilet, have constructed one.
• All occupants of those households that do not have space to construct toilet have access to a community toilet within a distance of 500 meters.
• All commercial areas have public toilets within a distance of 1 kilometer.
• Fine mechanism has been implemented by the ULB to prevent citizens from defecating in the open.

Conditions for ODF+ Status

All applicable conditions for ODF as detailed above, with the following additional conditions:

• Individual toilets should be functional and well-maintained, with water availability.
• All public areas have functional public toilets within a span of 1kilometer.
• The city has sufficient mobile toilets/ toilet facilities for use during occasions with large gatherings in a single area. 
• All public and community toilets should be mapped on Google Toilet Locator.

Conditions for ODF++ Status

• All necessary conditions for SBM ODF+ have been achieved.
• All functional public and community toilets should be appropriately provisioned and well-maintained.
• All toilets (individual, community and public) are either connected to: sewer networks;or safe containment systems(such as septic tanks,twin pits or other on-site sanitation systems), with regular emptying, treatment and safe disposal of septage.