Swachhata Hi Seva 2025: Pune’s Campaign for a Cleaner, Sustainable Future
Swachhata Hi Seva 2025: Pune’s Campaign for a Cleaner, Sustainable Future
From September 17 to October 2, 2025, Pune came alive with Swachhotsav, a vibrant celebration of Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) 2.0. More than a symbolic campaign, this initiative marked a strategic leap toward building a robust, multi-layered cleanliness ecosystem—anchored in governance, regulation, service delivery, and citizen participation.
Targeted interventions
Between September 25 and October 1, the Center for Advocacy & Research (CFAR), in collaboration with the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Department and the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), spearheaded a series of targeted interventions to reinforce Pune’s sanitation framework. These efforts were designed to strengthen the city’s multi-layered sanitation ecosystem, addressing gaps in governance and citizen engagement that have historically limited Pune’s potential, despite its reputation for an effective waste management system.
A key highlight of the campaign was a capacity-building workshop for 104 officials, including Deputy Sanitary Inspectors (DSIs) and Sanitary Inspectors (SIs) from Zones 2, 3, and 5. The session focused on operational excellence, covering critical aspects such as strengthening citizen accountability in waste management, enforcing regulations and penalties for non-compliance, and leveraging digital tools like PMC Care for streamlined service delivery.
Legal experts from DLSA provided insights into the regulatory landscape, emphasizing enforcement mechanisms and offered practical guidance on record-keeping and operational efficiency. These efforts aimed to empower frontline officials with the tools and knowledge to drive systemic change.
Community Engagement
Parallel to institutional efforts, CFAR led a community awareness drive at Kashewadi settlement in Bhavani Peth Ward. Through a compelling street play, residents were educated on the importance of segregating dry and wet waste. This initiative reinforced the idea that community ownership is not just complementary but essential to the success of any sanitation strategy.
Celebrating Achievements
On October 2, 2025, during Gandhi Jayanti celebrations, the Pune Municipal Corporation honored the collective achievements of Swachhata Hi Seva 2025. The felicitation ceremony, attended by Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Government of India, Mr. Murlidhar Mohol, spotlighted the synergy between civic bodies, legal authorities, service teams, and citizens. Mr. Mohol commended civil society organizations for their unwavering support and active participation in SBM 2.0.
Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 transformed Pune’s cleanliness drive into a movement of change. By addressing the governance gaps, strengthening laws, improving services, and uniting communities, Pune has not just cleaned its streets but laid the groundwork to emerge as a model city for cleanliness and sustainability. As the city moves forward, these integrated efforts promise not only a cleaner Pune but a more resilient and participatory urban future.
