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India.com
4 days ago
- General
- India.com
Good news for Goa! Panaji clinches THIS big award, Sawant government says…
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu presented the 'Swachh Sheher' award to Panaji at a function organised by the Union ministry of housing and urban affairs in New Delhi. Panaji stood first among small cities in the country with a population of 20,000 to 50,000. The award was presented by President Droupadi Murmu to Goa's Urban Development Minister Vishwajit Rane, along with CCP Mayor Rohit Monserrate and Commissioner Clen Madeira, who accepted it on behalf of the city. Sanquelim featured in the list of small towns that show promise in being clean, bagging the ninth position at the all-India level and second among all municipalities in Goa. Both the awards were received by urban development minister Vishwajit Rane. Here is the full list: Swachh Shehar in 5 Population Categories More than 10 Lakh Population 3-10 Lakh Population MIRA-BHAYANDAR (Maharashtra) BILASPUR (Chhattisgarh) JAMSHEDPUR (Jharkhand) 50,000-3 Lakh Population DEWAS (Madhya Pradesh) KARHAD (Maharashtra) KARNAL (Haryana) 20,000- 50,000 Population PANAJI (Goa) ASKA (Odisha) KUMHARI (Chhattisgarh) Series of Reforms: It is important to note that Panaji has undergone a series of structured reforms in waste management, public sanitation, and civic infrastructure, over the past two years. Speaking at the ceremony, Rane termed the award a 'moment of immense pride' for Goa, attributing the success to sustained groundwork like door-to-door waste collection, Garbage-Free City certification, and scientific waste processing. Significantly, under Rane's leadership, Panaji has been focusing on long-term cleanliness standards rather than ad-hoc clean-up drives. Officials point to systematic waste segregation enforcement and the push for decentralised waste treatment as key contributors. Rane issues Statement: 'This is not just a trophy. It is proof that consistent governance and citizen participation can make a difference,' Rane said in a statement, thanking Chief Minister Pramod Sawant for his support and Mayor Monserrate for ensuring on-ground implementation. Observers note that Panaji's achievement also reflects a shift in urban governance priorities in Goa, moving beyond tourism-centric narratives towards everyday quality of life issues. With this recognition, the focus now turns to sustaining these benchmarks. As Rane put it, 'We move forward with renewed determination to build a sustainable and Swachh Goa, aligned with the vision of a Viksit Bharat.' Indore: Cleanest city in India Nationally, Indore, Surat, and Navi Mumbai entered the premier Super Swachh League, with Indore continuing its reign as the cleanest city in the country. The new generation of clean cities were Ahmedabad, Bhopal, and Lucknow, which emerged as the top 'Swachh Shehar' or clean cities.
India.com
5 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Panjim Crowned Cleanest City At Swachh Survekshan 2024-25: Goa Lauded For Cleanliness Efforts Under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
In a significant achievement for Goa, Panaji has been awarded the title of Cleanest City in India in the 50,000 to 2 lakh population category at the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2024-25. The award was presented by President Droupadi Murmu in a grand ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, celebrating the nation's top performers in cleanliness and sanitation. The award was accepted on behalf of Panaji by Urban Development Minister Vishwajit Rane, Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) Mayor Rohit Monserrate, and CCP Commissioner Clen Madeira. The recognition is part of India's ongoing efforts under the Swachh Bharat Mission to promote urban cleanliness and sustainable waste management. "A Moment of Immense Pride for Goa" Minister Rane described the award as more than just a trophy, calling it a validation of the city's continued efforts and transformative steps under the Swachh Bharat campaign. He highlighted the significance of initiatives such as door-to-door waste collection, the Garbage-Free City certification, and the scientific treatment of waste that have set a new standard for urban cleanliness in Panaji. Under the leadership of our Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan has reached every home, echoing with the message of cleanliness. In this direction, the state of Goa has made significant progress... The award is a recognition of the efforts being… — Vishwajit Rane (@visrane) July 17, 2025 "This recognition is not just an award, it is a validation of the work put in through door-to-door waste collection, the Garbage-Free City certification, and the scientific treatment of waste. Panaji has set a benchmark in urban cleanliness," Rane remarked in a heartfelt message following the ceremony. Acknowledgements And Community Spirit Minister Rane expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant for his unwavering leadership and support. He also gave special commendation to CCP Mayor Rohit Monserrate for his dedication in spearheading strict garbage segregation efforts throughout the city. Importantly, Rane recognized the vital role played by the citizens of Panaji, sanitation workers, and all stakeholders whose hard work made the honour possible. "Together, we move forward with renewed determination to build a sustainable and Swachh Goa, aligned with the vision of a Viksit Bharat," he concluded. This milestone not only brings pride to Panaji, but also marks an inspiring chapter in India's mission towards cleaner, greener, and more sustainable cities.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Gurgaon 41st cleanest city, climbs nearly 100 spots in Swachh Sarvekshan 2024-'25 rankings
Gurgaon has been ranked the seventh cleanest city in Haryana and 41st nationally in the latest Swachh Survekshan results for 2024-25, declared on Thursday. The annual cleanliness survey under the Swachh Bharat Mission shows the strides made by the city in waste processing, pushing its rankings up from last year's 140th spot. However, the city has fared poorly in the area of waste segregation at source. The Swachh Survekshan, conducted by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, assesses urban local bodies on metrics, including door-to-door (D2D) waste collection, source segregation (separating waste into dry, wet, and hazardous categories at the source), waste processing by treating and recycling waste, and sanitation certifications. Gurgaon achieved a 98 per cent waste processing rate and 59 per cent D2D collection, but recorded a mere 10 per cent source segregation rate. The city holds a Water+ certification in the open defecation-free category, indicating advanced wastewater and sewage treatment and reuse systems that meet environmental standards. However, it has not achieved a Garbage-Free City (GFC) star rating under comprehensive waste management that includes assessment of segregation, processing, and elimination of open dumping. 'With the help of residents, the city will aim to move to the top 10 rank in future surveys,' a Gurgaon Municipal Corporation spokesperson said. Gurgaon Mayor Rajrani Malhotra hailed the achievement, stating that it reflects the collective efforts of residents and the municipal team. 'With continued public support, Gurgaon will aim to rank among the cleanest cities next year. Residents are urged to segregate waste, hand it over to municipal vehicles on time, avoid littering public spaces, and promptly report cleanliness issues on the corporation's portal or app. This progress not only enhances Gurgaon's image but also sets an inspiring example under the Swachh Bharat Mission.' Pradeep Dahiya, Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) Commissioner, emphasised that the 41st rank is a result of teamwork involving elected representatives, sanitation workers, officials, and the public. 'The corporation is committed to sustained efforts to ensure Gurgaon ranks among the top clean cities in the next survey. Priorities include improving waste disposal, increasing D2D collection, enhancing source segregation, developing green zones, and launching cleanliness awareness campaigns,' Dahiya said. Karnal was ranked the cleanest city in Haryana with a national ranking of three. Residents express shock at rankings However, the results have come as a surprise for residents, with many raising doubts about the quantum jump in the rankings, although garbage is widely visible. 'It has to be a lie, it cannot be true, as one does not see any visible changes. Construction and demolition waste, open dumping, as well as wet waste, are seen all around. The only segregation that is done by bulk waste generators (residences, establishments, and institutes that produce over 100kg of dialy waste) and RWAs that can afford to charge user fees for the same,' Kusum Sharma, Residents Welfare Association member, Suncity, Sector 54, said. Chaitali Mandhotra, Ardee City RWA member and convenor of the United Gurugram RWAs forum, Sector 52, expressed shock at the rankings as garbage is dumped in the open all around the city. 'Anything can be done in this country this means. How can there still be such a big jump? There is little to no segregation or even pick up unless the areas pay', Mandhotra said. The latest rankings assume significance at a time when residents in Gurgaon have called for the municipal corporation to promptly transfer sanitation duties to Residents' Welfare Associations (RWAs) amid the rising garbage menace. Despite a proposed agreement for RWAs to take over these responsibilities, no formal policy has been established. In a meeting on May 18, more than 60 RWAs in Gurgaon had resolved to take over sanitation duties from the municipal corporation. The decision received in-principle approval from the previous municipal commissioner Ashok Garg, but the handover of sanitation duties has not commenced formally. Residents have alleged that current policies do not adequately address the garbage issues, leading residents to hire additional labour at their own expense. The existing policy only deals with the operation and maintenance of sanitation in sectors without specifying the number of labourers needed to be posted, said residents.
