Prime Minister Highlights Transformative Impact of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Over Past 10 Years
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today praised the monumental success of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan as it completes a decade of transformative action. Through a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister shared an infographic from New India Junction, offering a visual representation of the campaign’s far-reaching impact.
In his post, the Prime Minister wrote, “A glimpse of the transformative impact Swachh Bharat has made,” followed by the hashtag #10YearsOfSwachhBharat. The infographic highlighted various achievements of the cleanliness drive, including improved sanitation facilities, enhanced awareness about hygiene, and the significant reduction in open defecation across the country.
Launched in 2014, the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan aimed to eliminate open defecation, improve waste management, and promote cleanliness in both urban and rural areas. Over the past 10 years, the initiative has mobilized millions of citizens, making cleanliness a collective responsibility and contributing to public health improvements and environmental conservation.
The Prime Minister’s emphasis on the progress made under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan reaffirms the government’s commitment to fostering a clean and healthy India. As the mission enters its next phase, the focus remains on sustaining these achievements and further promoting a culture of cleanliness across the nation.
Key Achievements of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan:
- Over 100 million household toilets built.
- 600,000 villages declared Open Defecation Free (ODF).
- Extensive waste management practices introduced in urban and rural areas.
- Increased awareness and education on hygiene and sanitation.
As India celebrates a decade of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, the campaign stands as a testament to the power of community-driven efforts in creating a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable nation.