Transforming Palakkad through the Two-Phase Swachhata Abhiyan
The Palakkad division has recently launched a two-phase Swachhata Abhiyan (cleanliness campaign) as part of the nationwide Swachh Bharat Mission for 2025. This campaign is designed to bolster public hygiene, solid waste management, and environmental awareness, in alignment with the current Swachh Bharat (Clean India) and Swachhata Pakhwada efforts taking place across India.
Two-Phase Campaign Structure: The initiative has two main parts. The first phase focuses on spreading awareness people take the Swachhata Pledge, attend talks on waste management, and are encouraged to join in. The second phase involves actual clean-up work like cleaning streets, stations, and public areas.
Community Participation: Officials and volunteers are called upon to participate, with emphasis on both personal and collective responsibility for maintaining cleanliness at homes, workplaces, and public areas. Activities such as tree plantation drives are also included to promote environmental sustainability.
Focus on Railways: For divisions like Palakkad, the Swachhata Abhiyan often emphasizes clean and hygienic railway stations and trains, including special campaigns around passenger amenities, cleanliness audits, and disposal of plastics and solid waste on platforms and tracks.
Integration With National Programs: This campaign supports the larger Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban and Rural), which aims to stop open defecation, improve waste management, and involve communities. Key activities include building more public toilets, collecting waste from homes, and spreading awareness about cleanliness.
Monitoring and Recognition: Cleanliness campaigns are monitored at both local and national levels. High-performing divisions and cities compete in the Swachh Survekshan survey, which measures and recognizes cleanliness and waste management achievements.
Read more at: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Mangalore/palakkad-division-launches-two-phase-swachhata-abhiyan/article69882975.ece
