One of the primary objectives of SBM Phase 1 was to eliminate open defecation by October 2, 2019, as well as to achieve 100% scientific disposal of municipal solid waste in all Indian urban local bodies. The government of India had specific plans for urban and rural areas to make them open defecation-free (ODF), like Swachh Bharat Urban for urban areas, while Swachh Bharat Gramin for rural areas.