In Jammu and Kashmir the Housing and Urban Development Department (HUDD) organised multiple events under “Swachhtantra” campaign launched in all 80 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) of the UT as part of 76th Republic Day. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that a defining moment of this year’s celebration was the collective action witnessed through the ‘Swachhtantra’ campaign; an inspiring Jan Andolan for cleanliness.
Over 2 lakh citizens came together and pledged to remain steadfast in their commitment towards a cleaner and greener environment. ‘Swachhtantra’ is an innovative campaign aimed to foster a community-driven approach towards cleanliness, as a lead-up to the Republic Day festivities. It was launched from 21st to 26th January.
The initiative has brought together individuals, community groups, volunteers, Swachhata ambassadors, influencers, students and officials in a shared mission to enhance urban sanitation and create a cleaner environment for the Day of Sovereignty. The participants, while partaking in various sanitation activities, pledged to uphold cleanliness as a personal and societal responsibility. They vowed to voluntarily contribute towards cleanliness efforts and inspire others to join the mission of creating a sustainable and hygienic environment. The campaign featured a diverse range of events aimed at fostering awareness and action for sanitation and cleanliness.
During the campaign, over 950 different sanitation and cleanliness activities have been carried out of which more than 3. 50 lakh people from urban areas participated with great fervour and enthusiasm across 80 Urban Local Bodies.
