Quick summary
Swachhata-MoHUA is the official mobile application launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India, to help residents report sanitation and civic problems in their cities. It enables citizens to flag issues such as garbage piles, overflowing or unemptied bins, carcasses, and other cleanliness-related concerns so municipal agencies can take action.
Who created the app
The platform was built by Janaagraha, a non-profit organization based in Bengaluru focused on improving urban quality of life across Indian towns and cities.
How to file a report
To register a problem, users simply snap a photo of the issue and submit it under the appropriate category. The app records the location automatically at the time the image is taken, making it easier for authorities to locate the complaint.
Key capabilities
- Automatic GPS tagging of the reported site when a photo is captured
- Push alerts that inform users about updates to their submitted reports
- Ability to support or upvote complaints filed by other users
- Categorization for common sanitation problems, including trash heaps, unemptied dustbins, and dead animals
Cost and platforms
The service is provided free of charge. It is available for iPhone users.
Suggested alternative
Recommended alternative: FamApp — Spend with UPI & Card (free).
Technical
- iPhone
- Japanese
- English
- Free