Delhi CM to lead mega Yamuna cleanliness drive on June 14

A mega Yamuna cleanliness drive led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will be undertaken on June 14, the Delhi CMO said on Sunday.

Public participation is the key to realising the vision of a clean, pristine and free-flowing Yamuna, the chief minister said.

The cleanliness and awareness programmes will be held at various ghats on the banks of Yamuna river in the national capital. The chief minister will participate in the mega campaign and join citizens in strengthening the collective resolve for a clean and healthy Yamuna, the CMO said.

Gupta said that the Yamuna is not merely a river but an integral part of Delhi’s cultural, religious and environmental heritage and the responsibility of protecting the river rests not only with the government but also with every citizen.

The campaign is expected to see the participation of nearly 500 social, religious, educational and voluntary organisations, along with thousands of volunteers.

Chief Minister Gupta said that last year, the ‘Meri Yamuna, Mera Kartavya’ campaign was also launched to clean the river and its ghats.

Thousands of volunteers participated in that initiative, and more than 12 tonnes of waste was collected and scientifically disposed of.

In coordination with the local administration, police, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, the Health department and other concerned agencies, all necessary arrangements related to security, traffic management, drinking water, first aid, emergency services and sanitation are being put in place for the June 14 campaign.