Gujarat Cities Win Cleanliness Honors at Swachh Survekshan

Several urban local bodies in Gujarat have earned high national recognition for their outstanding performance in cleanliness and waste management during the Swachh Survekshan Awards. The recognition highlights the state's ongoing efforts to strengthen urban sanitation and promote cleanliness as a regular part of public life, with prominent recognition going to key Gujarat cities.

The national award ceremony took place in New Delhi, where President of India Droupadi Murmu presented the honors to representatives from the respective municipal bodies. Officials in attendance included Gujarat Urban Development Minister Kanubhai Desai, Minister of State Darshna Vaghela, and other municipal representatives.

Ahmedabad-Sanand achieved the first rank nationally in the Swachh Shehar Jodi category. This particular division evaluates the effectiveness of mentor-mentee city pairs in driving better urban waste management and improving overall sanitation practices, reflecting the successful collaborative efforts of Ahmedabad and Sanand.

Ahmedabad-Sanand and Surat secured top national ranks at the Swachh Survekshan Awards.

Meanwhile, Surat secured the second position nationally in the Super Swachh League category for cities with a population exceeding ten lakh. This marks the second consecutive year that Surat has achieved this specific ranking, underscoring its consistent performance in urban waste management. Additionally, the Vadodara Municipal Corporation was recognized as the cleanest city within Gujarat, showcasing notable advancements in local sanitation.

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel congratulated the local bodies and residents for these accomplishments, viewing them as proof of the state's dedication to urban development. He noted that Gujarat has effectively implemented the nationwide cleanliness campaign initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, transforming sanitation into a daily habit for residents.

Why it matters

This national recognition reinforces the effectiveness of local civic management and public participation in waste management across western India. The achievements of Ahmedabad-Sanand, Surat, and Vadodara set a benchmark for urban development and hygiene standards in the region.