PRESIDENT OF INDIA PRESENTS SWACHH SURVEKSHAN AWARDS

Droupadi Murmu presented the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025-26 in New Delhi yesterday (November 11, 2026).

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that a single organization alone cannot achieve the goals of cleanliness. It requires the participation of every citizen, every household, every community, and every city. She underlined that cleanliness is not merely a matter of maintaining the aesthetic appeal of public spaces. It is also an indicator of our health, social consciousness, and administrative accountability. It is a reflection of our habits at home too. 

The President said that every citizen, especially youth, women, Resident Welfare Associations and community organizations, should engage with various aspects of cleanliness. They should share their experiences and report any shortcomings, the resolution of which could help make our cities cleaner and healthier. This should foster an ongoing dialogue between the municipal administration and the citizens, thereby strengthening trust, transparency, and accountability.