07/11/2024
The Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), Shillong, in collaboration with the Shillong Municipal Board, Government of Meghalaya, successfully organised a Shramdaan-Cleaning Drive as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign on 7 November 2024. The event, held in Khyndai Lad (Police Bazaar), one of Shillong’s busiest areas, aimed to raise awareness about cleanliness, environmental responsibility, and community participation in accordance with the national Swachhata Campaign.
The event saw the participation of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Minister, AL Hek, SDO ( Sadar ) Anendya Raajsshre, Headman of Riatsamthiah, Mariahom Kharkrang, Vice President of Police Bazar Welfare Organisation, Dr. K.K Jhunjhunwala.
The Vice President of the Police Bazar Welfare Organisation, Dr. K.K. Jhunjhunwala, extended his congratulations to CBC Shillong for organising the drive and expressed his confidence that such programs would generate awareness among local residents. He acknowledged the challenges in Police Bazar but pointed out that cleanliness was a major issue that could be addressed through joint efforts. “I, as a resident of Police Bazaar, can vouch for the fact that the municipal team works tirelessly in the early morning hours to clean the locality. However, the challenge resurfaces when hawkers and others return, and littering becomes prevalent. It is time for hawkers, the public, and tourists to take more responsibilities. Our Safai Karamcharis are the heroes who work hard to keep our city clean,” he said.
As part of the initiative, several hawkers operating in the area were also presented with cheques under the PM SVANidhi Scheme, which aims to support street vendors in their economic recovery.
The day-long programme concluded with a musical evening where a local band “Sob Rock” enthralled the crowd with its lively music.