As part of the ongoing CLEAN JAMMU GREEN JAMMU campaign launched by the Jammu Municipal Corporation, a special sanitation drive was conducted today at Deeli area in Ward No. 55. The drive was undertaken by the Health and Sanitation Wing of JMC with the objective of improving sanitation standards, preserving water bodies and promoting environmental sustainability in the area.
During the drive, extensive cleaning operations were carried out inside the pond as well as in the adjoining surroundings. The sanitation workers removed accumulated waste, weeds, silt and other pollutants from the water body and nearby areas to restore cleanliness and improve the overall environment. The drive also aimed at spreading awareness among the local residents regarding the importance of keeping water bodies clean and preventing the dumping of waste into ponds and drains. The wet waste collected was sent to Bandurakh for composting.
To encourage and boost the morale of the sanitation workers engaged in the operation, Dr. Devansh Yadav personally visited the site and reviewed the progress of the sanitation drive. He interacted with the workers and appreciated their dedicated efforts towards maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across Jammu city. The Commissioner also issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned officers to ensure regular cleaning and maintenance of ponds and other public spaces under the jurisdiction of the Corporation.
While reviewing the sanitation works, the Commissioner stressed upon the need for maintaining high standards of cleanliness in view of the upcoming Swachh Survekshan 2025-26. He directed all officials and field functionaries to intensify sanitation activities across all wards and ensure proper waste management, regular desilting of drains and upkeep of public spaces throughout the city.
The Commissioner further stated that the Jammu Municipal Corporation is fully committed towards achieving the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission and making Jammu a clean, green and environmentally sustainable city. He appealed to the citizens to actively participate in cleanliness drives and cooperate with the Municipal Corporation by avoiding littering and maintaining proper sanitation practices in their respective localities.
Among those present on the occasion were Joint Commissioner (H&S), Abdul Sattar, Health Officer, Dr. Shahid Hussain, VAS and IEC Incharge, Dr. Divya Sharma, AFO, Dr. Rabia Khan, CTO South, Balkar Angurana, Sanitary Supervisors, field staff, sanitation workers and other officials of the Corporation who actively participated in the drive.
The Jammu Municipal Corporation reiterated its commitment to continue such drives in different parts of the city in the coming days to ensure better sanitation, environmental protection and public health for all residents of Jammu city.