BARAMULLA, FEBRUARY 28: In a robust effort to bolster sanitation standards and field preparedness for the upcoming Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, the Municipal Committee (MC) Kunzer today executed a dual-track campaign focusing on sustained hygiene behavior’s and the circular economy.
These activities, conducted under the umbrella of Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0, were held under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the concerned Sanitary Inspector, reflecting a committed approach to closing service-level benchmarks across the town.
The first phase of the day’s activities involved a targeted community awareness campaign concerning “No Open Defecation” and “No Open Urination.” In a strategic move to ensure the town’s ODF status remains sustainable, the Municipal Committee partnered with the IEC Team of Baramulla to engage directly with local shopkeepers. By bringing the message to the town’s primary commercial hubs, the campaign successfully sensitized business owners and visitors alike about the health hazards associated with poor sanitation practices. The outreach served as a significant push for public participation (Jan Andolan), encouraging every resident to take personal responsibility for the cleanliness of their immediate surroundings and commercial spaces.
Parallel to this, the Municipal Committee organized a high-impact donation drive at the town’s permanent RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Centre. With the Sanitary Inspector present on-ground to coordinate the collection, citizens were motivated to donate usable items such as clothing, books, and household goods to support the needy members of the local community. This initiative is a vital component of the town’s strategy to move toward a circular economy, effectively diverting functional waste from landfills and repurposing it for social good. By transforming the RRR Centre into a vibrant hub for community welfare, the Municipal Committee Kunzer is fostering a deeper sense of social responsibility among residents.
Through these integrated interventions, the Municipal Committee Kunzer is not only meeting the goals set out in the month of February Action Plan but is also setting a benchmark for community-led sanitation.
The active collaboration between the administration, the IEC team, and the citizens demonstrates that sustainable urban management is built upon the twin pillars of infrastructure maintenance and shared civic values. As Kunzer prepares for the national assessment, these concerted efforts are paving the way for a cleaner, healthier, and more dignified environment for the people of Baramulla.
