Speaking on the occasion Dr. Acharya urged participants to maintain cleanliness in their surroundings as well as in their thoughts and actions, reinforcing the deeper significance of the “Swachhata” movement.

The 1st prize winner of the 4th Quarter (FY 2024-25, January – March 2025) was Green Team of Sec-16 led by Ms. Sabina Mohanto. The team received a cash prize of Rs.30,000,  a trophy, and certificate. The first runner-up was the Samleswari Basti Group, Sec-18, led by Ms. Sushmita Bag, that won Rs.25,000, while the second runner-up was the Subaspalli, Sec-6 Group, led by Ms. Nilima Kar, that received Rs. 20,000.

Winning group captains and newly joined members also shared their experiences, expressing gratitude to RSP management for their continuous encouragement and support. A nukkad natak on Swachhata was staged during the event.

At the outset Dr. Deepa Lavangare, Deputy CMO (TE- Public Health) welcomed the gathering while Mr.  Rasananda Pradhan, Assistant Manager (TE-Public Health), gave a brief about the Swachhata Swabhiman journey ever since its inception in June 2023. Mr. Anil Mallik, MOMT (SSM) coordinated the event.

Notably the ‘Swachhata Swabhiman’ award has been instituted by RSP to motivate residents of Rourkela Steel Township to participate in the cleanliness drive by adopting a particular area of the sectors preferably their own sector, including markets areas, slums, open spaces, lanes and quarters. At present there are 30 groups with 1000 members, who are regularly carrying out cleanliness activities under this scheme.

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