Depalpur becomes India’s second cleanest city under Swachh Bharat model

Depalpur, a town in Madhya Pradesh, has been placed second in the national cleanliness ranking released this week, making it the country’s second‑cleanest city under the Swachh Bharat mission. The ranking, compiled by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, evaluated parameters such as solid‑waste management, sanitation infrastructure, and citizen participation.

Local authorities attribute the achievement to a comprehensive model that combined door‑to‑door waste segregation, regular street‑cleaning drives, and the construction of new public toilets. Community volunteers were mobilised to monitor litter hotspots and conduct awareness campaigns in schools and markets.

State officials praised the town’s disciplined approach, noting that the success could serve as a template for other small and medium‑sized towns. The mayor of Depalpur said the award would encourage further investments in sustainable sanitation and inspire neighboring districts to adopt similar practices.