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Odisha CM Declares 4th Saturday of August as Garima Diwas to Honour Sanitation Workers
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 03:17 PM
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Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced that the fourth Saturday of August will be observed as Garima Diwas, a day dedicated to recognizing the contribution of sanitation workers in Odisha.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of Odisha officially declared the fourth Saturday of August as Garima Diwas, a day set aside to honour the state’s sanitation workers. The announcement was made through a press release and will be observed annually across the state.
Garima Diwas aims to highlight the essential role that sanitation staff play in public health and urban cleanliness. By dedicating a specific day, the government seeks to raise public awareness about the dignity of their work and encourage greater respect for these frontline employees.
Patnaik emphasized that recognizing sanitation workers is crucial for building a healthier and more inclusive society. The initiative is expected to be supported by local bodies, NGOs, and community groups, which will organize events and campaigns on the designated day.
The declaration aligns with broader state efforts to improve waste management and worker welfare, signalling a continued focus on social equity in Odisha’s development agenda.
Garima Diwas aims to highlight the essential role that sanitation staff play in public health and urban cleanliness. By dedicating a specific day, the government seeks to raise public awareness about the dignity of their work and encourage greater respect for these frontline employees.
Patnaik emphasized that recognizing sanitation workers is crucial for building a healthier and more inclusive society. The initiative is expected to be supported by local bodies, NGOs, and community groups, which will organize events and campaigns on the designated day.
The declaration aligns with broader state efforts to improve waste management and worker welfare, signalling a continued focus on social equity in Odisha’s development agenda.