Friday, 10 October 2014

MC Organises Cleanliness Drive In Sector 25 & Dhannas

By 121 News Reporter

Chandigarh 10th October:- A special campaign was conducted under Swacch Bharat Abhiyan, in Sector 25, Dhanas, Cremation Ground and Dumping Ground,where from garbage, horticulture waste, malba and other Municipal Solid Waste by deploying extra manpower and machinery was cleared off . Special emphasis was given at Jhuggi Colony adjoining Rehabilitation Colony where heaps of garbage and other waste material was lying. It was cleared and the area was sprayed with pesticides and subsequently dusted with lime.  The polythenes, scattered papers and other rags were also picked up by using specially made pokers. All the open spaces and parks near the Cremation Ground were cleaned.

Awareness was created among the residents of Jhuggi Colony adjoining Rehabilitation Colony were regarding theSwachcha Bharat Abhiyan. The children and the adults were given health education regarding the importance of hand washing and keeping themselves & the surroundings neat and clean to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Their views about this campaign were also taken.  They assured us that they will also take part in this campaign and devote time for the cleanliness of the colony as they feel satisfied after participating in the daily cleanliness practices. 

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