Swachhata Awareness Programmes Conducted Across Visakhapatnam Division


Visakhapatnam- Indian News Times September 26, 2026:As part of Swachhata Hi Seva, Swachhata Pakhwada and Special Campaign 6.0 – 2026, Visakhapatnam Division of South Coast Railway conducted a series of awareness and cleanliness programmes across the Division.

The programmes were organised at major railway stations, Railway Colonies and various Railway units, with the objective of creating awareness among passengers, railway staff and the public about solid waste management, waste segregation, cleanliness and responsible disposal of waste.

As part of the campaign, various activities including Swachhata Pledge, awareness programmes on Zero Waste and segregation of waste, cleanliness drives and sensitisation programmes were conducted. Participants were encouraged to adopt responsible waste-disposal practices, maintain cleanliness in their surroundings and contribute towards a clean and healthy environment.

At Palasa Railway Station, jute bags were distributed to passengers to encourage the use of eco-friendly alternatives and discourage the use of single-use plastics.

At Visakhapatnam Railway Station, a Nukkad Natak (street play) was presented by the Divisional Cultural Association, highlighting the importance of cleanliness, proper waste segregation and avoidance of single-use plastics. The performance conveyed the message of Swachhata to passengers and the general public in an engaging manner.

Shri Lalit Bohra, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Shri K. Rama Rao, Additional Divisional Railway Manager (ADRM), and other Branch Officers attended the programme at Visakhapatnam and participated in the Swachhata awareness activities

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