Bhubaneswar, Sep 25: In a spirited celebration of the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2025’ campaign, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi participated in a mass cleanliness drive organized by the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) here on Thursday, officials said.

The event, held near the revered Lingaraj Temple premises, aimed to inspire citizens to contribute actively to the state’s cleanliness mission.

One Day, One Hour, Together for a Cleaner Odisha 

Addressing the gathering, CM Majhi emphasized the significance of collective action in achieving a cleaner and healthier environment. He urged citizens to dedicate “one day, one hour, together” to cleanliness activities, reinforcing the campaign’s core message. The Chief Minister also took part in a tree plantation drive alongside the cleanliness initiative, promoting environmental sustainability.

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Dignitaries Join Hands for Civic Pride 

The event witnessed the presence of several prominent leaders and officials, including Minister of Housing & Urban Development Krushnachandra Mahapatra, Ekamra MLA Babu Singh, Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das, BMC Commissioner Chanchal Rana, Standing Committee Chairman Biranchi Narayan Mahasupakar, and several BMC corporators and local leaders. Community groups and residents also actively participated, showcasing strong civic engagement.

A Step Toward a Cleaner Future 

The mass cleanliness drive underlines Odisha’s commitment to the national Swachh Bharat mission. With enthusiastic participation from government officials and citizens alike, the campaign aims to elevate Bhubaneswar and the state to new heights of hygiene and civic responsibility.