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 District administration launches cleanliness drive in Shree Sarthal Devi Temple ahead of Annual Yatra 2024

KISHTWAR, July 11: In a significant initiative under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, the District Administration Kishtwar spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Dr Devansh Yadav in collaboration with the Sarthal Devi Management Trust, conducted a cleanliness drive in the holy premises of Sarthal Devi Temple today.

This drive was organized in anticipation of the Annual Shree Sarthal Devi Yatra 2024, with the aim of ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for the devotees.

The cleanliness drive was spearheaded by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pawan Kotwal, alongside ACD Kishtwar, Phulail Singh, Vice Chairman Sarthal Devi Management Trust Sanjeev Parihar, BDO Trigam Chandan Manhas,  EO Municipality and SI Vinay Sharma.

Their efforts were bolstered by the enthusiastic participation of Staff of Kishtwar Municipality, Anganwadi Workers and local residents, reflecting a strong community spirit and dedication to maintaining the sanctity of the temple premises.

During the drive, the locals and devotees visiting the temple were sensitized about the importance of cleanliness. They were encouraged to maintain the cleanliness of the temple premises and avoid littering. The awareness campaign aimed to instill a sense of responsibility among the visitors and the community at large, ensuring that the temple remains clean and pristine for future visitors.

The collected garbage and litter were properly segregated and disposed of, following the best practices for waste management. This step not only ensured the immediate cleanliness of the temple premises but also promoted sustainable waste management practices.

The Vice Chairman Sarthal Devi Management Trust, Sanjeev Parihar expressed gratitude towards the District Administration and participants for their active involvement in the cleanliness drive. They acknowledged that such initiatives are crucial in preserving the sanctity and beauty of the temple, especially with the upcoming Annual Shree Sarthal Devi Yatra 2024, which attracts a large number of devotees from across the region.



 JAMMU, OCTOBER 25: In connection with Swachhta Pakhwada and Swachhata Hi Sewa campaign and to mark UT Foundation Day celebration, Department of Information and Public Relation (DIPR) on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive cleanliness drive here in its Office premises under the guidance of DIPR Joint Director Jammu Atul Gupta

Joint Director (Hqr) Naresh Kumar, Deputy Director   (PR) Dr. Vikas Sharma, Deputy Director (AV) Dharampal, Deputy Director (Central) Sunil Kumar along with Information Officers and other staff members participated in the cleanliness drive.

The cleanliness drive was conducted in and around the office premises with the active participation of the employees of the department.

Speaking on the occasion, the Joint Director highlighted the importance of the clean and hygienic environment for a prosperous society. He underlined the need for setting a benchmark  to inspire the society to embrace a culture of cleanliness.

He added that this initiative reflects the department's unwavering commitment towards fostering a cleaner and healthier living environment.

 


SAMBA, OCTOBER 23:  Ecoclub (Green Warriors) and Department of Environmental Sciences of Government Degree College Vijaypur in collaboration with DISHA Volunteer Organisation under the guidance of the Principal of college, Dr. Vandana Gupta organized awareness cum cleanliness drive  on the banks of Suryaputri Tawi near Har-Ki-Pauri.

The program was organized by the convener of Ecoclub, Prof. Poonam Kundan (Head, Department of Environmental Sciences).

During the cleanliness drive she briefed the students about the above said activity and explained the various ways by which people can protect water bodies and how our little contribution can save our environment. Further the students were also briefed by Anil Sharma founder, DISHA Volunteer organisation about the importance of water bodies and said it is the responsibility of all the society members to participate and to aware people about the importance of environment.

Thirty Green Volunteers of the college actively participated in the cleanliness cum awareness drive at Har- Ki- Pauri where they were involved in different activities including sensitising the general public regarding ill effects of plastic and other waste materials in the water bodies. Volunteers were involved in the segregation process where they segregated different categories of the waste materials.

Students of the college also interacted with Rajat Salgotra (CEO Samast Eco- alternatives) where he briefed them regarding waste management and how we can manage floral waste and cow dung in the Jammu city.

Principal of the College, Dr. Vandana Gupta congratulated all the volunteers and organisers for organising the event for the students. The drive was coordinated by Prof. Poonam Kundan and co-coordinated by Dr. Gunjeet Mahiwal and Dr. Priyanka Ganjoo.