PMC Concludes ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2026’ Campaign; Issues Directives on Water and Garbage Woes
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Pune: The PMC Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign has officially concluded, wrapping up a week of extensive cleanliness drives, public awareness programs, and civic participation across the city. The closing ceremony was held on Swachhata Diwas (2 October) at the Ghole Road zonal office, where officials emphasized that cleanliness must become a daily habit for citizens rather than just a periodic campaign.
Over the past few days, various zonal offices organized special drives. Notable efforts included a cleanliness mission at Harantale Lake in Lohegaon, where 25 peepal saplings were planted, and a drive at Peshwe Lake (Phulrani Area) that collected approximately 700 kg of dry waste. Students and volunteers were also honored for their participation in these initiatives.
1. PMC Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 – Closure & Activities
- Campaign Closure (2 October 2026): The campaign concluded on Swachhata Diwas (Cleanliness Day) at the Ghole Road zonal office. Officials highlighted various cleanliness drives, awareness programs, and citizen participation throughout the period. The message emphasized that cleanliness should become a daily habit, not limited to the campaign, and that continuous citizen involvement is key to a clean and beautiful Pune.
- City-wide Drives (1 October 2026): All zonal offices conducted cleanliness campaigns, awareness rallies, and related programs across Pune. Focus was on building the habit of cleanliness and active citizen participation for a clean and healthy city.
- Specific Drive – Harantale Lake, Lohegaon (Nagar Road–Wagholi Zone, 1 October): Under the “एक दिवस, एक तास, एक साथ” (One Day, One Hour, One Together) concept, a special cleanliness mission was held at the natural lake “Harantale”. Surrounding areas and lake waste were cleaned. 25 peepal saplings were planted. Participants (PMC officers/staff, sanitation workers, Swachh organization coordinators/members, and local staff) took a cleanliness pledge. Emphasis was on protecting natural water sources and environmental conservation.
- Specific Drive – Peshwe Lake / Phulrani Area (1 October): Cleanliness mission collected about 700 kg of dry waste. Attended by Deputy Commissioner (Solid Waste Management) Santosh Warule. Participants included PMC staff, VIT College students & professors, voluntary organizations, Arogyavardhini representatives, snake-friends (sarpmitra), and local citizens. VIT participants were honored with certificates.
2. Standing Committee Directions on Garbage, Water Supply & Healthcare (1–2 October 2026)
Standing Committee Chairman Shrinath Bhimale (currently in Japan) joined the meeting online along with Mayor Manjusha Nagpure, Additional Municipal Commissioner Prajit Nair, and City Engineer Aniruddha Pawaskar. Other members and officials attended in person.
Key directives issued:
- Garbage collection & cleanliness: Immediate action on complaints of uncollected garbage and poor cleanliness. Specific areas flagged: Wanowrie, Jambhulwadi, Wagholi, and Katraj. Concerned departments ordered to inspect and take corrective steps.
- Water supply: Address irregular water supply and reports of contaminated drinking water entering the system. Officials directed to inspect water supply systems, resolve issues, and ensure clean & regular supply. Power cuts were noted as affecting tank filling and causing disruptions in some areas.
- Healthcare services: Ensure no disruption in services (including medicine availability).
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Citizen Participation is Key
The PMC has reiterated that the success of the campaign relies heavily on continuous citizen involvement. Residents are encouraged to segregate waste at home and report civic issues immediately. Active participation from every citizen is the true strength behind building a cleaner and more beautiful Pune.
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