New Delhi: Sri Anandpur Sahib has been recognised as the cleanest city in Punjab in the Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, conducted by the Government of India.
President Droupadi Murmu presented the award to Punjab cabinet minister Harjot Singh Bains and Sri Anandpur Sahib Municipal Council president Harjit Singh Jita during the national awards ceremony held in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Bains said the national recognition for the birthplace of the Khalsa was a matter of pride for the entire region and Punjab. He credited the achievement to the collective efforts of residents, municipal council officials, sanitation workers and everyone who contributed to keeping the city clean.
He assured that efforts would continue to make Sri Anandpur Sahib cleaner and more attractive, with a focus on strengthening sanitation facilities alongside development works.
Municipal council president credits residents
Municipal Council president Harjit Singh Jita expressed happiness over the achievement, saying the award was the result of the combined efforts of the council team and the cooperation of city residents.
He said continuous efforts were being made to improve sanitation and that cleanliness, beautification and environmental protection would remain priorities in the future.
