New Delhi, Sept 25: In India, cleanliness is viewed as essential to civilization, as emphasized by Union Minister C.R. Patil during the Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath event by the Yamuna River.
This initiative, part of the broader ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign, promotes public awareness and collective responsibility for river rejuvenation. Patil highlighted the influence of Mahatma Gandhi’s principles, asserting that river conservation is a societal duty under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.
The campaign’s strength lies in widespread participation, exemplified by the engagement of school students and community members in various activities. Significant progress has been made in cleaning the Yamuna, with nine out of ten major projects completed and active collaboration among numerous insti