Swachhta Hi Seva 2026 Celebrated in Leh, Honouring the Dedication of Safai Mitras.

Swachhta Hi Seva 2026 Celebrated in Leh, Honouring the Dedication of Safai Mitras.
As per the directions of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE), the SBM-U 2.0 Wing of the Municipal Committee, Leh organized a grand Swachhta Hi Seva 2026 programme in Leh under this year’s theme, “Samman Safai Mitron Ka, Sankalp Swachh Bharat Ka.”
The programme was dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the invaluable contribution of sanitation workers in keeping Leh clean and hygienic throughout the year. More than 200 Safai Mitras (sanitation workers) were honoured for their sincere service and dedicated efforts towards maintaining cleanliness across the municipality.
The event was chaired by Executive Officer, Municipal Committee Leh, Mr. Atul Mankotia (JKAS) and was attended by officials and staff members of the Municipal Committee along with around 200 sanitation workers.
As a gesture of appreciation, gift hampers were distributed among the Safai Mitras in recognition of their dedicated service.
An interactive session was also organized during the programme, providing sanitation workers an opportunity to share their grievances, concerns and suggestions directly with the Executive Officer. Mr. Mankotia listened to their concerns and assured them that the issues raised would be examined and resolved within the stipulated timeframe.
The programme reaffirmed the commitment of the Municipal Committee, Leh towards the welfare, dignity and well-being of its sanitation workforce, while emphasizing that their contribution remains an integral part of the collective vision of a clean, healthy and Swachh Bharat