88-year-old retired IPS officer picks up garbage from Chandigarh roads, Anand Mahindra calls him ‘quiet warrior of the streets'
The viral video shows Sidhu picking up litter from the streets, collecting the garbage on a cart, and pulling it along the road as the dawn breaks. In an inspiring post, Mahindra highlighted that Sidhu cleans the street every morning at 6 am. 'This clip which was shared with me is about Shri Inder Jit Singh Sidhu of Chandigarh. Apparently, every morning at 6 AM, in the quiet streets of Chandigarh's sector 49, this 88-year-old retired police officer begins his day in service,' the post read.
Mahindra further shared that Sidhu was unhappy with the 'low rank' Chandigarh secured in the Swachh Survekshan listing. 'He says he wasn't happy with the 'low rank' Chandigarh got in the Swachh Surekshan listing. But instead of complaining, he chooses action. Each piece of trash he clears is more than just litter removed. It's a statement. A quiet, persistent belief in a better world. A belief in living with meaning, regardless of age or recognition,' the business tycoon wrote.
'In a world often obsessed with youth and speed, his slow but steady footsteps tell us that Purpose doesn't retire. Service doesn't age. A Salute to this quiet warrior of the streets,' he added.
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This clip which was shared with me is about Shri Inder Jit Singh Sidhu of Chandigarh.
Apparently, every morning at 6 AM, in the quiet streets of Chandigarh's sector 49, this 88-year-old retired police officer begins his day in service.
Armed with nothing but a cycle cart and… pic.twitter.com/pkDlptoY8f
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) July 22, 2025
The post quickly gained traction, garnering support and applause. 'He proves that true service needs no title or spotlight. His quiet dedication is a reminder that real change begins with action, not complaints. Salute to his spirit,' a user wrote. 'Such a powerful example. Real change doesn't need power or position—just heart and consistency. Big respect to him,' another user commented.
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