Ahmedabad named cleanest big city in India in Swachh Survekshan 2024-25
Ahmedabad has been declared the cleanest 'million-plus city' in India in the Centre's annual "Swachh Survekshan 2024-25" survey, followed by Bhopal and Lucknow. The 'Swachh Shahar' category was introduced this year to promote new cities in cleanliness rankings. Mira-Bhayandar topped the "3 lakh to 10 lakh population" group. Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai, and Vijayawada were inducted into the 'Super Swachh League' for sustained excellence. Prayagraj received the 'Best Ganga Town' award, and Secunderabad Cantonment was named the Cleanest Cantonment Board. These awards encourage urban local bodies to improve waste management and sanitation practices.
Key Points
- Ahmedabad secured the top position as the cleanest 'million-plus city' in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25.
- New categories like 'Swachh Shahar' and 'Super Swachh League' were introduced to recognize cleanliness efforts across various city sizes.
- Specific awards were given for 'Best Ganga Town' and 'Cleanest Cantonment Board'.
- Several cities were recognized for their commitment to sanitation workers' safety and dignity.
- The awards encourage urban local bodies to improve waste management and sanitation practices.
Exam Facts
- Ahmedabad is the cleanest 'million-plus city' in the "Swachh Survekshan 2024-25" survey.
- Mira-Bhayandar topped the "3 lakh to 10 lakh population" category.
- Prayagraj received the 'Best Ganga Town' award.
- Secunderabad Cantonment was named the Cleanest Cantonment Board.
- Visakhapatnam, Jabalpur, and Gorakhpur were declared 'Best Safaimitra Surakshit Shehar'.
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