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Meghalaya Launches Massive Cleanliness Drive, Urges Public Participation for Swachh Bharat Mission
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News18•02-10-2026, 17:00
Meghalaya Launches Massive Cleanliness Drive, Urges Public Participation for Swachh Bharat Mission
- •Meghalaya conducted a mass cleanliness drive from Nongpoh to Sohra, involving students, communities, and government departments, as part of the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign.
- •Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar emphasized that cleanliness is a collective responsibility, not solely the government's, and aims to foster civic ownership and a shift in public mindset.
- •The initiative, themed ‘Ek Din, Ek Saath, Ek Ghanta’, seeks greater convergence among urban and rural departments, local communities, and schools to strengthen cleanliness efforts, particularly in Shillong.
- •Dhar highlighted plans to strengthen solid waste management infrastructure, including identifying landfill facilities in Jowai, Tura, and Nongpoh, and exploring convergence with rural development schemes.
- •The campaign aims to promote lasting behavioral change, make community participation in cleanliness a regular practice, and maintain Meghalaya's appeal as a growing tourist destination.
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The mass cleanliness drive held in Meghalaya was organized under the theme ‘Ek Din, Ek Saath, Ek Ghanta’ as part of the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign.
Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar stated that landfill facilities and solid waste management infrastructure are being considered or identified in places including Jowai, Tura, and Nongpoh.
During the event, Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar flagged off a total of 24 vehicles, which included 18 small vehicles and six trucks.
