Department of Food and Public Distribution starts ‘Swachhata Hi Seva-2026’ campaign
The Department of Food and Public Distribution has started the 'Swachhata Hi Seva-2026' campaign under the theme 'Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat'. Officials participated in cleanliness drives, took the Swachhata pledge, and organised welfare workshops for Safai Mitras along with various activities by attached offices and PSUs.
Why It Matters
Candidates appearing for government exams should note recent national campaigns, themes, and key government initiatives like Swachhata Hi Seva-2026.
In Simple Words
The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) along with its offices and PSUs has launched the 'Swachhata Hi Seva-2026' campaign across India. It follows the theme 'Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat' to promote cleanliness and behavioural changes.
Various events were held, including a Swachhata pledge led by Secretary Sanjeev Chopra, a slogan competition, health check-up camps and workshops for Safai Mitras, and cleanliness drives by bodies like CWC, IGMRI, FCI, and the National Sugar Institute.
Key Points
- The campaign theme is 'Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat'.
- Shri Sanjeev Chopra administered the Swachhata pledge on 17 September 2026 at Krishi Bhawan.
- A workshop for Safai Mitras focused on their health, wellbeing, and social security.
- Central Warehousing Corporation organised a cleanliness drive at Mayur Vihar on 19-20 September 2026.
- FCI organised a health check-up camp for Safai Mitras and their families on 18 September 2026.
- Quality Control Cell offices conducted activities under Pillar-2: 'Swachh Paathshala – Yuva for Swachhata'.
- National Sugar Institute, Kanpur participated under the leadership of its Director.
- IGMRI field stations in Ludhiana and Hyderabad organised pledges, art competitions, and Jal Sanchay Samvad.
Exam Angle
A. Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat
Source: Press Information Bureau