KVK Nyoma Launches 16-Day Swachhata Pakhwada from Tukla Village.

KVK Nyoma Launches 16-Day Swachhata Pakhwada from Tukla Village.
Leh, December 18: KVK Nyoma (Leh-II), the highest Krishi Vigyan Kendra in the country, launched a 16-day Swachhata Pakhwada campaign from Tukla Village on December 16, 2025. The campaign, part of the nationwide cleanliness drive, will continue till December 31, 2025.
The programme was inaugurated under the leadership of Dr. Phuntsog Tundup, Head, KVK Nyoma, with participation from KVK scientists, staff, farmers, and local villagers. On the inaugural day, participants took a Swachhata Pledge, committing themselves to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.
During the campaign, cleanliness drives and awareness activities will be conducted across Nyoma and Durbuk subdivisions, covering river banks, public spaces, schools, monasteries, and KVK premises. Addressing the participants, Dr. Tashi Dolkar, Subject Matter Specialist, KVK Nyoma, highlighted the importance of cleanliness for public health and sustainable agriculture.
The campaign witnessed active community participation, with villagers and KVK staff collectively pledging to keep their surroundings clean and hygienic.