Aims & Objective: To access the knowledge attitude, and practice in respect of open urination at public places in Chandigarh. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was done in January 2017 to April 2017 in Chandigarh, India. A total of 400 participants were included in the study by conventional sampling method from the selected public places in Chandigarh. Face-to-face, in-depth interviews were conducted with the participants. Statistical analysis: Pearson correlation, ANOVA, T- test. Results: open urination was found in practice (44.3%). Majority were visitors (87.75%). strong attitude of its continuation was seen despite of having knowledge of its consequences. every one was found indulged doing so irrespective of age group, literacy, marital status or resident/visitors status of the city. Conclusion: Knowledge regarding open urination and its consequence were good among the study population. But Lack of awareness, strong attitude of carelessness toward environmental hygiene, difficulty in locating public toilets and their cleanliness plus involved cost of pay & use on regular basis were found to be significant reasons behind this practice.
