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20-year-old Rajgarh youth cleans Ajnaar River, praised by Anand Mahindra
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 05:03 PM
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A 20‑year‑old from Rajgarh took it upon himself to clear debris from the Ajnaar River after seeing its pollution, a move that went viral and earned praise from industrialist Anand Mahindra and a commendation from Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.
Rajgarh resident Bittu Tabahi, aged 20, noticed a thick layer of waste choking the Ajnaar River and decided to act without waiting for authorities. He spent several hours manually removing trash and debris, using simple tools and his own determination to restore the waterway's flow.
The on‑ground effort was captured on a smartphone and uploaded to social platforms, where it quickly gained traction. Within hours, the video was shared thousands of times, drawing attention from netizens across the state and prompting discussions on citizen‑led environmental stewardship.
Industrialist Anand Mahindra publicly lauded the young man's initiative, calling it a "genuine example of grassroots action" that could inspire others. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav subsequently invited Bittu to Bhopal, where he was formally recognized for his contribution to river conservation.
Officials highlighted the episode as a reminder that community participation is vital for tackling pollution, urging more citizens to take similar responsibility for local water bodies.
The on‑ground effort was captured on a smartphone and uploaded to social platforms, where it quickly gained traction. Within hours, the video was shared thousands of times, drawing attention from netizens across the state and prompting discussions on citizen‑led environmental stewardship.
Industrialist Anand Mahindra publicly lauded the young man's initiative, calling it a "genuine example of grassroots action" that could inspire others. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav subsequently invited Bittu to Bhopal, where he was formally recognized for his contribution to river conservation.
Officials highlighted the episode as a reminder that community participation is vital for tackling pollution, urging more citizens to take similar responsibility for local water bodies.