Women self-help groups (SHGs) in India have proven to be a crucial resource in providing sanitation services in urban areas. Some of the ways in which they help include:

• Creating awareness among community members about the importance of cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene practices through educational campaigns, workshops and community meetings
• Monitoring and managing the cleanliness of public places like roads, parks and public toilets through regular cleaning activities
• Building and maintaining public toilets in areas where there are no existing facilities
• Forming partnerships with local government bodies, NGOs and private companies to improve sanitation infrastructure in the area
• Empowering women and creating job opportunities for them by providing training and support for livelihood activities like selling compost and cleaning supplies

Through these efforts, women self-help groups have played a crucial role in improving the overall sanitation conditions in urban areas in India.