New Delhi, Oct. 4 -- The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is conducting a month long 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign across its parks, green spaces, sports complexes and recreational facilities, with a focus on cleanliness, environmental improvement, public awareness and Jan Bhagidari. The campaign is being carried out under the guidance of Lieutenant Governor Sardar Taranjit Singh Sandhu, who has emphasised making Delhi a clean, green and well maintained city. The campaign began on September 17 as part of 'Swachhta Hi Seva 2026'. DDA officials and staff, along with 75 RWAs, students, children, park users and people associated with public spaces, are participating in cleanliness, sanitation, plantation, awareness and public participation activities.
The campaign features three special initiatives. 'Children to the Green Learn, Care & Participate' involves children and students in cleanliness and environmental awareness activities, encouraging responsibility towards parks, trees and natural resources. 'Bin Before Overflow' focuses on regular monitoring and timely emptying of dustbins to prevent overflowing bins, littering and unhygienic conditions. Under 'Capital's Promise', attention is being given to the cleanliness and upkeep of public toilets in and around recreational areas.
The campaign also includes plantation of native tree species and environmental awareness activities focused on waste disposal, preventing littering, protecting trees and plantations, personal hygiene and responsible use of public facilities.
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