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Kheliya Bai Patel, Sarpanch of Amlidih village, has been invited to Delhi for Independence Day honors due to her outstanding work in Swachhata Abhiyan. Kabirdham District Collector Gopal Verma praised her efforts, calling it a district-wide achievement. Patel transformed Amlidih into a model cleanliness village through community participation and awareness campaigns. She will attend PM Modi’s special Independence Day event as the only Sarpanch from Kabirdham to receive this recognition.

Key Points: Amlidih Sarpanch Kheliya Bai Patel Honored in Delhi for Swachhata Abhiyan

  • Kheliya Bai Patel led door-to-door garbage collection in Amlidih
  • She mobilized villagers for regular toilet use and cleanliness drives
  • Her efforts made Amlidih a model Swachhata Panchayat
  • Only Sarpanch from Kabirdham invited to PM Modi’s Independence Day event
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Amlidih Sarpanch to be honoured in Delhi on Independence Day for Swachhata Abhiyan work

Kabirdham’s Kheliya Bai Patel invited to Delhi for Independence Day honors for transforming Amlidih into a model Swachhata village.

"It is a matter of great pride for our district that Kheliya Bai Patel has been recognised for her contributions to the Swachhata Abhiyan. – Gopal Verma, Kabirdham District Collector"

Kabirdham, August 13

Kabirdham District Collector Gopal Verma expressed pride as Kheliya Bai Patel, the Sarpanch of Amlidih village in Kabirdham district, has been invited to Delhi to be honoured on Independence Day for her work in the Swachhata Abhiyan.

Verma told ANI, "It is a matter of great pride for our district that Kheliya Bai Patel has been recognised for her contributions to the Swachhata Abhiyan. I have personally congratulated her for this achievement. This invitation from Delhi is not just an honour for Amlidih village but for the entire Kabirdham district."

He added that the district would continue to support such efforts, saying, "We aim to undertake more such efforts in the future to ensure that more individuals from our district are recognised for their contributions across various departments."

According to the Chhattisgarh Public Relations Department, "Mrs Kheliya Bai Patel gave the form of a mass movement to cleanliness in her Panchayat and actively involved people in door-to-door garbage collection, regular use of community toilets, construction of individual toilets and other cleanliness activities. She implemented a solid system of garbage disposal in the village, motivated the sanitation workers to work responsibly and made the habit of cleanliness a part of the lifestyle by running a continuous awareness campaign among the villagers. Due to his efforts, the streets of the village are clean, the drains are clean and public places are free from filth. Today, Amlidih is counted among the ideal panchayats in terms of cleanliness."

The department added, "Due to her remarkable contribution, she has been invited as a special guest in the special program of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi organised in Delhi on the national festival Independence Day, 15 August 2025. This proud occasion is a matter of pride not only for Amlidih Panchayat but for the entire Kabirdham, because she is the only Sarpanch to be invited to this program in the district."

Meanwhile, ahead of the Independence Day celebration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited citizens to share themes and ideas for his Independence Day speech.

In a post on X, PM Modi appealed to the public to send their suggestions on MyGov.in and the NaMo app.

"As we approach this year's Independence Day, I look forward to hearing from my fellow Indians! What themes or ideas would you like to see reflected in this year's Independence Day speech? Share your thoughts on the Open Forums on MyGov and the NaMo App," PM Modi wrote.

As per tradition, the Prime Minister will hoist the tricolour at the Red Fort in Delhi and address the nation on 15 August, India's Independence Day.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the recognition, I wish the government would provide more regular support to such workers rather than just one-time honors. The real challenge is sustaining these cleanliness efforts year-round.
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Aditya G
Chhattisgarh is showing the way in rural development! This honor proves that when local administration and village leaders work together, amazing results can be achieved. Jai Hind 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As someone working in rural development, I must say changing sanitation habits is the toughest challenge. Hats off to this sarpanch for making it a people's movement rather than just a government program. More power to her!
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Nikhil C
The real test will be whether Amlidih can maintain these standards after the media attention fades. Hope the district administration continues supporting them with resources and monitoring.
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Kavya N
Such heartwarming news! ♥️ This is exactly what Gandhiji meant by Gram Swaraj. When women lead, the whole community benefits. Maybe our PM can highlight more such grassroots heroes in his Red Fort speech this year.

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