Cleanliness movement essential for Developed India vision, says Savitri Thakur

New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur said cleanliness must become a public movement to achieve the vision of a Developed India.

Speaking at a cleanliness programme in Purana Bazar area of Sakri in Bilaspur, she said cleanliness is not only a government initiative but also a responsibility of every citizen. Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu and other public representatives attended the event.

Thakur said the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan under Prime Minister Narendra Modi strengthened public awareness and increased people’s participation in maintaining cleanliness.

She said the visible improvements in villages, towns and cities reflected the collective efforts of citizens and government agencies. Moreover, she added that sustained public awareness had played a key role in improving civic spaces.

Cleanliness movement requires continuous public participation

The minister said the objective of cleanliness drives was to develop a lasting habit among people. She urged citizens to keep homes, workplaces, neighbourhoods and public places clean every day.

According to her, social responsibility, discipline and cleanliness are equally important alongside economic progress in building a developed nation by 2047.

She stressed that the Cleanliness movement should continue beyond specific campaigns and become a part of everyday life. Furthermore, she urged people to maintain cleanliness at schools, temples, public spaces and community areas.

Public representatives at the programme also highlighted the connection between cleanliness, public health and environmental protection. A large number of residents, youth, women’s groups and social workers participated and pledged to maintain clean surroundings.