Hubballi, Sept. 17 -- In a significant move to promote cleanliness and public service across the country, union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced the launch of the nationwide Swachhta Pakhwada, a 15-day cleanliness and service campaign running from September 17 to October 2.
The drive, which coincides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday today and Mahatma Gandhi's Jayanti on October 2, aims to foster awareness, community participation, and a healthy, developed India.
Speaking to media, Joshi said, "Across the country, we are organising a *Swachhta Pakhwada*, which encourages citizens to dedicate at least two hours per week towards cleanliness in their surroundings. The objective is not just cleaning public spaces but also creating ...