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Manipur marks National Cleanliness Day on Gandhi’s 157th birth anniversary
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🗓 03 Oct 2026, 04:01 AM
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On Mahatma Gandhi’s 157th birth anniversary, Manipur observed National Cleanliness Day with coordinated cleanliness drives across the state.
Manipur observed National Cleanliness Day on 2 October, coinciding with the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. State authorities launched a series of cleaning initiatives in towns and villages, urging citizens to participate in waste segregation and street cleaning.
Schools, local NGOs and community groups joined the effort, organizing awareness sessions on the importance of hygiene and sustainable waste management. Public spaces such as markets, parks and government offices were targeted for intensive cleaning.
The event highlighted the state's commitment to the Swachh Bharat Mission and reinforced Gandhi’s legacy of cleanliness and civic responsibility. Officials said the coordinated activities would continue throughout the year to maintain the momentum.
Schools, local NGOs and community groups joined the effort, organizing awareness sessions on the importance of hygiene and sustainable waste management. Public spaces such as markets, parks and government offices were targeted for intensive cleaning.
The event highlighted the state's commitment to the Swachh Bharat Mission and reinforced Gandhi’s legacy of cleanliness and civic responsibility. Officials said the coordinated activities would continue throughout the year to maintain the momentum.