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Karnataka Municipal Councils Nominated for Central Swachh Bharat Awards for Waste Management and ODF Achievement
Several municipal bodies in Karnataka have been selected for a central government award under the Swachh Bharat Mission for their outstanding work in solid waste management and achieving open‑defecation‑free status.
The central government has announced nominations for the Swachh Bharat awards, with several municipal councils in Karnataka among the nominees.
The nominated bodies were recognized for their effective solid waste management systems, including segregation, collection and disposal, which have led to cleaner streets and reduced environmental impact.
They also achieved open‑defecation‑free status by constructing and maintaining public toilets and conducting awareness campaigns, contributing to improved sanitation across their jurisdictions.
The award, part of the Swachh Bharat Mission, aims to encourage local bodies nationwide to adopt best practices in cleanliness and hygiene.
Officials said the recognition underscores Karnataka's commitment to sustainable urban sanitation and will motivate other municipalities to replicate these models.
The nominated bodies were recognized for their effective solid waste management systems, including segregation, collection and disposal, which have led to cleaner streets and reduced environmental impact.
They also achieved open‑defecation‑free status by constructing and maintaining public toilets and conducting awareness campaigns, contributing to improved sanitation across their jurisdictions.
The award, part of the Swachh Bharat Mission, aims to encourage local bodies nationwide to adopt best practices in cleanliness and hygiene.
Officials said the recognition underscores Karnataka's commitment to sustainable urban sanitation and will motivate other municipalities to replicate these models.