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The Hidden Crisis of Manual Scavenging
This chapter examines the Prohibition of Manual Scavenging Act of 2013 and its shortcomings, particularly the ongoing practice of hazardous manual cleaning due to loopholes and lack of protective gear. It sheds light on the tragic realities faced by marginalized communities like the Walmiki in sewer cleaning, highlighting systemic neglect and the urgent need for mechanization.