Swachhta Pakhwada
1st October 2021
To spread the message of cleanliness and hygiene across the country, NSS unit of Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram observed “Swachhta Pakhwada” on 1st October, 2021. Swachhta Pakhwada is an initiative by the Indian Government to promote cleanliness and sanitation across the country. 146 students participated in the campaign.
The Swachhta Pakhwada campaign aimed to create awareness among the nearby areas of the college about the importance of cleanliness and sanitation. It encourages them to take active participation in keeping their surroundings clean and hygienic. The campaign also focuses on creating a sense of responsibility towards the environment and promoting sustainable practices. Students cleaned the college campus and the nearby areas in addition to spreading awareness about cleanliness.
During the Swachhta Pakhwada, various activities were organized by the college to spread awareness about clean and green environment. The activities included cleaning of streets, roads, public places, and water bodies. Awareness campaign was conducted through rallies, seminars, and workshops to educate people about the importance of cleanliness and sanitation.
The Swachhta Pakhwada also emphasized on the importance of waste management. Students guided the people to segregate their waste at source and dispose of it properly. The campaign also promoted the use of eco-friendly products and encouraged people to focus on 3 R’s of waste management: reduce, reuse, and recycle.
The campaign was successful as it brought about a significant change in the behavior of people towards cleanliness and hygiene and following sustainable practices.