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Locals, S Korean students clean up Itanagar streets

1 2 3 4 5 6 Itanagar: Officials of Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC), led by mayor Tame Phassang, participated in a cleanliness drive on Sunday. Led by ASEZ (Save the Earth from A to Z), an international student volunteer group under the World Mission Society Church of God, the drive extended from IG Park to the Civil Secretariat gate and saw local residents and student volunteers from South Korea working together. They voluntarily collected litter, segregated waste and engaged with citizens to raise awareness about sustainable living and the importance of climate-conscious behaviour. Speaking at the event, Phassang said, "These young minds are leading by example. If international volunteers can take the initiative to clean our streets, we, as citizens, must feel even more responsible for our own city," he said. He further urged residents to actively embrace "Jan Bhagidari" — people's participation — in maintaining the city's cleanliness and greenery. Emphasizing the long-term vision, the mayor announced plans to officially collaborate with ASEZ. This partnership will involve engaging the group in ongoing awareness campaigns on cleanliness and environmental sustainability across IMC's jurisdiction and the state at large. ASEZ, which operates in over 175 countries, aligns its initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), aiming to foster a culture of volunteerism, civic responsibility, and climate action. The campaign concluded with participants pledging to continue their efforts toward a cleaner, greener Itanagar. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !