Chandigarh, Sept. 26 -- The Chandigarh municipal corporation (MC) on Thursday organised two cleanliness drives under the ongoing 'Swachhata Hi Seva - Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath Shramdaan' campaign, observed on the occasion of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay's birth anniversary.

The first event held at Sector 22 market, was launched by Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar amidst enthusiastic participation from officials, citizens, market welfare associations, civil defence, volunteers, and Safai Mitras. Participants joined hands to clean the surroundings. A cloth bag distribution drive was also carried out to promote eco-friendly practices and discourage the use of single-use plastics.

In his address, Khattar emphasised the importance of commun...