LUCKNOW, Sept. 14 -- To give fresh momentum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Swachh Bharat Mission, chief minister Yogi Adityanath has launched a weekly 'shramdan' initiative in all Jai Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya Schools and government hostels across Uttar Pradesh, a government spokesperson said.

Under the supervision of CM Yogi and minister of state for social welfare (independent charge) Asim Arun, the drive will be held every Sunday. The initiative is aimed at instilling discipline, cooperation and respect for labour among students while ensuring cleaner and more vibrant campuses, according to an official release.

As part of the programme, students will clean school and hostel campuses every Sunday. Special focus will be given to rep...