Indore in Madhya Pradesh has been declared the cleanest city of India for the fifth consecutive year in the 2021 Swachh Survekshan Awards. Varanasi, in Uttar Pradesh, was the first runner-up in the same category. This year, the evaluation of cities for cleanliness was conducted on the basis of a new set of criteria. The awards acknowledge the efforts made by the cities in achieving higher levels of cleanliness and sanitation.
Indore: Five-Time Cleanest City
Indore in Madhya Pradesh has been declared the cleanest city for the fifth time in a row in the 2021 Swachh Survekshan Awards. This is an incredible feat for the city, which was able to maintain its top position despite the new criteria and competition from other cities. Indore was also awarded the title of the cleanest city in the previous four years.
Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
The 2021 Swachh Survekshan Awards were announced by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The awards were given to cities on the basis of their performance in the four categories of waste management, sanitation, public awareness, and innovation. The awards aim to recognize the efforts made by cities to improve the levels of cleanliness and sanitation.
Varanasi: First Runner-Up
Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh was the first runner-up in the 2021 Swachh Survekshan Awards. The city had been in the top three positions in the past three years and was able to retain its position this year. This is a testament to the dedication of the city’s people and administration in the field of cleanliness and sanitation.
Evaluation Criteria
This year, the evaluation of cities for cleanliness was conducted on the basis of a new set of criteria. The criteria included waste management, sanitation, public awareness, and innovation. The cities were assessed on the basis of their performance in these four categories.
Impact of Cleanliness
The Swachh Survekshan Awards recognize the efforts made by cities to improve the levels of cleanliness and sanitation. It is important to note that cleanliness has a direct impact on the health and well-being of the citizens. Therefore, it is important for cities to make efforts towards achieving higher levels of cleanliness.
Future Initiatives
The Swachh Survekshan Awards are a step towards encouraging cities to make efforts towards achieving higher levels of cleanliness and sanitation. It is important for cities to continue their efforts in this direction and make use of innovative technologies and
