Indore: Sanitation issues persist in Bhagirathpura post contamination
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura report overflowing drains and foul stench persist over a week after the water contamination case. Locals demand sustained civic action.
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Coimbatore Residents Demand Public Toilets, Cite Health Crisis
Over 250 SC families in Coimbatore's Vellalore have lived without toilets for 20 years, forcing open defecation. They urge the district administration to address this severe health and safety crisis immediately.
Ludhiana MC Deploys 90 New Handcarts for Garbage Collection
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation enhances its sanitation efforts by deploying 90 new handcarts for door-to-door garbage collection. This initiative aims to improve cleanliness and public health in the city.
Vadodara civic chief issues 1-week ultimatum to ward officers
VMC Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu conducted surprise inspections in three wards, finding sanitation issues. Officers have one week to clear encroachments and improve cleanliness or face action.
Chandigarh to Install Mobile Toilets at 10 Sites
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation earmarks 10 key locations for mobile toilets and water tankers to improve public sanitation and water access for residents and visitors.
Nagpur: Women Polling Staff Flag Poor School Toilet Conditions
Women election personnel in Nagpur raise alarm over unusable washrooms in schools doubling as polling stations, impacting basic sanitation and menstrual hygiene during long duty hours.
Madurai Starts Night Cleaning to Help Sanitation Workers
Madurai Corporation launches a nightly cleaning drive from 10 PM to 4 AM to reduce strain on workers and improve efficiency. Learn how this initiative benefits the city.
Odisha to Build Girls' Toilets in All 760 Colleges
Odisha's Higher Education Dept mandates at least one functional toilet for girl students in every college, addressing sanitation complaints. A standardized design will ensure timely implementation. #Odisha #Education #Sanitation
Chennai's Kotturpuram Urban Forest footpath turns into eyesore
The 800m footpath near Kotturpuram Urban Forest, meant for greenery, is now littered with liquor bottles and debris due to poor upkeep and lack of civic sense. Residents demand action. Read more.
Ex-ZP Member Raises Alarm Over Bhiwani Sanitation Crisis
Former Zila Parishad member highlights severe sanitation and drainage issues in Bhiwani's wards, urging immediate civic action to prevent health hazards.
Chennai to Build Rest Pods for 19,000 Sanitation Workers
Greater Chennai Corporation will construct 232 resting pods and dining halls for its sanitation workforce, predominantly women, offering safety, amenities, and dignity. Read more about this major welfare initiative.
Rohtak to Remove 100 Garbage Dumping Points
Rohtak Municipal Corporation launches a major sanitation drive, eliminating 100 garbage dumping points to improve public health and hygiene. Learn about the new door-to-door collection system.
Ludhiana Opposition Protests Sanitation Staff Transfers
Congress, SAD, BJP councillors in Ludhiana protest alleged political transfers of sanitation staff, give 72-hour ultimatum to MC Commissioner. Read about the unified defiance.
Yamunanagar's Push for Swachh Survekshan Top Rank
Yamunanagar launches a comprehensive sanitation drive to secure the number one position in Swachh Survekshan 2024. Learn about the key initiatives and public participation plans.
Chennai Protests: Digital Hide & Seek Between Cops & Workers
Chennai sanitation workers & teachers use secret WhatsApp codes for flash protests, while police decode messages for preemptive action. A high-stakes digital duel unfolds. Read the full story.
Women Drivers Revolutionise Sanitation in Mandya Taluk
Women in Malavalli taluk are now leading sanitation services in 22 gram panchayats, managing door-to-door waste collection and driving cleanliness initiatives. Discover how this change is shaping public health.
200 Dibrugarh sanitation workers strike for pay hike, job security
Around 200 temporary sanitation workers of Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation protest, demanding job regularisation, salary increase after 9 years, and PF benefits. Read their struggle.
Jaipur Uses Robot to Clean Sewer, Reduces Worker Risk
Jaipur Municipal Corporation uses a robotic machine to clear a blocked sewer in Ward 135, a first for the Hawa Mahal zone. The move aims to protect sanitation workers from the dangers of manual cleaning. Discover the challenges and future of this tech.
Indore's Clean Image Shattered by Fatal Water Contamination
Indore's sanitation scandal: 13 dead, 1000+ ill from poisoned water. A damaged pipeline allowed sewage into supply, raising serious questions about India's cleanest city model. Read the full investigation.
LMC Distributes Safety Equipment to Sanitation Workers
Lucknow Municipal Corporation, led by Mayor Sushma Kharakwal, distributed standard safety gloves to sanitation workers in Zone 1 to combat occupational hazards. Read about the city's commitment to worker safety.
Archana K R's Mission to Improve Sanitation in Karnataka
Archana K R is leading a vital mission to transform hygiene and sanitation experiences for children and communities across Karnataka. Discover how her dedication is creating lasting change.
Delhi sanitation workers face pollution without safety gear
As Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', sanitation workers like Sukhbiri and Anita brave the toxic haze without proper masks or gloves, highlighting a systemic failure in worker safety. Read their story.
Thiruvananthapuram Plans 10 Mobile Toilets for Hygiene
Thiruvananthapuram civic body seeks Rs 5 crore for 10 mobile toilet units to address public sanitation shortage and poor hygiene, following a zero cleanliness score in Swachh Survekshan 2023.
Gurgaon MCG's Rs 470 Crore Road Sweeping Proposal
MCG Gurgaon submits a revised Rs 470 crore plan for mechanised and manual road sweeping, zone-wise. Plan aims to boost Swachh Bharat Mission and city sanitation. Read details.
Kalaburagi school's 200 girls share a single toilet
A government girls' high school in Chitaguppa, Bidar, has only one toilet for 200+ students and staff, a problem persisting for 12 years. Students face health risks and long queues daily.
Jaipur's Walled City Faces Severe Public Toilet Shortage
Jaipur's heritage Walled City faces a severe public toilet shortage as tourist numbers soar, causing discomfort and hygiene issues. Officials promise action, but visitors struggle daily.
500+ Held as Chennai Sanitation Workers Stage Flash Protests
Chennai police detained over 500 sanitation workers after coordinated flash protests caused major traffic disruptions in Parry's Corner and Broadway. Workers demand permanent jobs and oppose privatisation.
Dhanbad Sanitation Workers End Strike After MLA Mediation
Over 550 outsourced sanitation workers in Dhanbad called off their four-day strike after Jharia MLA Ragini Singh mediated talks. The workers' demands for overtime pay and jobs for dependents were met. Read the full story.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Hampi Cleanup After FM Sitharaman's Complaint
Vijayanagara DC orders urgent cleanliness drive at Hampi monuments after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised hygiene concerns. Inspection held ahead of Culture Minister's visit.
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