Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has successfully led the cleanliness campaign across the country, giving India a distinct identity on the global stage. The Prime Minister had called upon citizens to make their cities clean and personally wielded a broom at the Red Fort to promote the vision of a Clean India, bringing every section of society into the campaign. He has consistently encouraged sanitation workers, whose dedication has contributed significantly to its success. As a result of these collective efforts, Gwalior has received recognition for its cleanliness this year.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that cleaning homes before worshipping Goddess Mahalakshmi on Diwali and subsequently worshipping the broom along with the Goddess is part of India's tradition. Goddess Sheetla is also depicted holding a broom in one hand. Every section of society has embraced cleanliness, and this commitment to cleanliness and purity is becoming an integral part of India's identity. He was addressing the sanitation workers' felicitation ceremony in Gwalior. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav added that festivals such as Holi and Diwali would not be possible without the contribution of sanitation workers.
Madhya Pradesh has received awards in nine categories out of the 57 awards presented under the Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, a matter of pride for the people of the state. Addressing the 'Swachhta Doot Samman Samaroh' at Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Agricultural University in Gwalior on Friday, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that sanitation workers from Gwalior, Sagar in the Bundelkhand region, Jabalpur in the Mahakoshal region, Ujjain, Indore and Depalpur in the Malwa region, Rewa in the Baghelkhand region, and Budhni in the central region had brought laurels to the state through their achievements in the cleanliness survey.
Jabalpur secured the second position in the country among clean cities, while Ujjain, the city of Baba Mahakal, is also making its mark among the country's clean cities. It is a matter of pride that Gwalior, renowned worldwide for its historical heritage and musical culture, is now earning recognition as a clean city. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav congratulated the people of Gwalior for this achievement.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that Gwalior had achieved this distinction through the use of modern technology, effective management and public participation. For the first time in India, risk screening technology has been introduced in the city. A state-of-the-art waste processing plant with a capacity of 1,200 tonnes, based on Italian technology, has also been established. The plant has played an important role in securing the cleanliness award for Gwalior. Cleanliness dialogues were conducted with 10,000 citizens across the city's 66 wards, an initiative described as unique in the country.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that school and college students were also actively involved in the cleanliness campaign. Various competitions were organised, and households were encouraged to prepare compost from waste. The Swachh Diwali campaign was particularly commendable. Over the past two years, more than 26,000 essential items have been collected in the city and made available to needy people at a nominal price of Re 1. This is an excellent example of social sensitivity alongside cleanliness initiatives.
The number of vehicles engaged in door-to-door waste collection was increased, and 12,000 to 15,000 families were connected with regular services. The health of sanitation workers was also accorded priority. More than 500 health check-ups were conducted, and protective equipment was provided to sanitation workers. Citizens' complaints were addressed promptly through the Swachh Gwalior App, which facilitated the resolution of approximately 3,500 complaints.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that Gwalior had achieved this significant milestone through sustained efforts based on various parameters and innovative initiatives. The dedication of sanitation ambassadors has enhanced the pride and reputation of Gwalior as well as the entire state.
Sanitation Workers Felicitated
Congratulating all sanitation workers of Gwalior on the city receiving the State First Clean City Award in the Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav expressed his gratitude
for their contribution and felicitated 10 sanitation workers on the stage as a token of appreciation. Those honoured included Smt. Mamta, Smt. Vimla, Smt. Meera, Smt. Sagun, Smt. Kajal, Shri Kamal, Shri Vinod, Shri Naval, Shri Manoj and Shri Chandra Prakash.Swachhta Brand Ambassadors and social media influencers were also honoured for their efforts to raise public awareness about cleanliness.
Chief Minister Shares a Meal with Sanitation Workers
During the Swachhta Doot Samman Samaroh, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav set an example of social harmony by sitting and sharing a meal with sanitation workers. He encouraged them to continue their good work with the same dedication.
Horticulture Minister Shri Narayan Singh Kushwaha, Energy Minister Shri Pradyumn Singh Tomar, Member of Parliament Shri Bharat Singh Kushwaha, Mayor Smt. Shobha Satish Sikarwar and Chairman Shri Manoj Tomar also joined Chief Minister Dr. Yadav in sharing the meal with sanitation workers.
