Uttarakhand CM Dhami participates in 'Voluntary Cleanliness' program in Dehradun
Dehradun, April 13
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday participated in the "Swachhta through Voluntary Effort" campaign organised by Municipal Corporation Dehradun at Ballupur Chowk.
During the event, he urged residents of the state to remain aware and committed to maintaining cleanliness.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister personally took part in the cleanliness drive, encouraging the public to contribute towards keeping the environment clean and healthy.
The special sanitation campaign, conducted by the Municipal Corporation from April 7 to 13, aimed to make the city clean, beautiful, and healthy. As part of the initiative, activities such as sanitation drives, waste disposal, and public awareness programs were carried out across various wards.
The Chief Minister stated that cleanliness cannot be achieved solely through government efforts; active public participation is essential. He emphasised that cleanliness should be an integral part of daily life, and lasting change is only possible when every citizen voluntarily contributes. He urged people to take responsibility for keeping their homes, neighbourhoods, and cities clean.
Praising the efforts of the Municipal Corporation Dehradun, he said that such community-driven initiatives play a significant role in bringing positive change in society. He also stressed the need for conducting such campaigns regularly to ensure sustained awareness about cleanliness.
Earlier, in a post on X, CM Dhami highlighted the importance of public participation in building a clean and healthy India.
"Participated in the 'Voluntary Cleanliness' program organised in Dehradun, contributing to the Swachhata Abhiyan. This initiative, in the direction of realising the resolve of the Honourable Prime Minister Shri@narendramodiji's 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan', is an excellent example of public participation and responsibility. This campaign is a strong step towards developing a positive mindset towards cleanliness in society, as well as building a clean and healthy India," the post read.
"On this occasion, Honorable Cabinet Minister Shri@ganeshjoshibjpji, Shri@KhajanDassBJPji, BJP State President and Honorable Rajya Sabha MP Shri@mahendrabhatbjpji, Honorable MLA Smt. Savita Kapoor ji, State Organization General Secretary Shri@ajaeybjpji, and Dehradun Mayor Shri Saurabh Thapliyal ji were present," the post further read.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see leaders leading by example. But the real test is sustainability. Will the municipal corporation ensure regular garbage collection and fix the broken bins in my area? The drive is good, but permanent systems are better.
Absolutely right, cleanliness is a habit, not a one-day event. We teach our children in school, but at home we often throw wrappers from the car window. Time to change that mindset. Jai Hind!
As a frequent visitor to Dehradun, I've noticed a positive change over the years. The hills are our treasure, and keeping them clean is everyone's duty. Hope this spirit continues beyond the campaign week.
The CM is correct - government alone cannot do it. Our housing society started segregating waste last month and it's made a huge difference. Small steps from every household add up. Proud of Dehradun!
While the gesture is appreciated, I hope the focus is also on the smaller towns and villages in Uttarakhand. Tourist spots get all the attention, but local villages need proper waste management too. A balanced approach is needed.
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