‘Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’: Health Ministry officials join cleanliness drive

October 1, 2026 12:16 PM

‘Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’: Health Ministry officials join cleanliness drive

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare organised a voluntary cleanliness drive, or Shramdaan, under the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2026’ campaign near Gate No. 3 of Kartavya Bhavan-1 on Dr Rajendra Prasad Marg in New Delhi.   Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research and Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), led the cleanliness drive.   Senior officials, including Additional Secretary and Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), Aradhana Pa...

World Toilet Day highlights India’s rapid sanitation transformation

November 19, 2025 3:06 PM

World Toilet Day highlights India’s rapid sanitation transformation

As the world observes World Toilet Day today, India’s sanitation efforts under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) continue to stand out as a major example of large-scale reform. Over the past decade, the country has seen a significant shift in sanitation access, with sharp growth in Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus villages, expanded household toilet coverage, and stronger waste management systems. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the number of ODF Plus villages has risen t...

PM Modi highlights role of healthcare initiatives in boosting public health and economy

September 24, 2025 3:41 PM

PM Modi highlights role of healthcare initiatives in boosting public health and economy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the growing recognition of India’s healthcare transformation as a major pillar of national development. Referring to a recent article by renowned cardiac surgeon Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty, the Prime Minister pointed out that flagship initiatives like Ayushman Bharat, POSHAN Abhiyaan, and Swachh Bharat are not only improving public health outcomes but are also contributing to economic growth. In a post on X, the Prime Minister quoted Dr. Shett...

From hills to rivers, PM Modi lauds grassroots efforts powering Swachh Bharat Mission

July 27, 2025 1:41 PM

From hills to rivers, PM Modi lauds grassroots efforts powering Swachh Bharat Mission

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, lauded the unwavering spirit of the nation in carrying forward the Swachh Bharat Mission, calling it a shining example of collective will transforming the seemingly impossible into reality. “Sometimes a task appears impossible to some people. They wonder, would this even be possible? But when the country comes together with one thought, even the impossible becomes possible. The Swachh B...

PM Modi leads by example, picks up waste at Kartavya Path during Republic Day celebration

January 26, 2025 3:53 PM

PM Modi leads by example, picks up waste at Kartavya Path during Republic Day celebration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi picked up waste from Kartavya Path during the 76th Republic Day celebration, setting an inspiring example for the nation by advocating for plogging and the ‘Swachh Bharat’ (Clean India) initiative. This simple yet impactful gesture highlighted the importance of cleanliness and community participation in maintaining public spaces. PM Modi noticed waste on Kartavya Path and picked it up while receiving Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar. The prime minister has consis...