NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 02, 2025: The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA) actively participated in the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) – 2025 campaign, observed across all Ministries and Departments of the Government of India from 17th September to 2nd October 2025. The campaign aimed to promote cleanliness, hygiene, and awareness among officers and staff.
On the inaugural day, Secretary, MoPA Nikunja Bihari Dhal administered the Swachhata Pledge to all officers and officials of the Ministry, emphasising that Swachhata should be practised as a continuous commitment beyond the fortnight. Dr Satya Prakash, Additional Secretary, briefed the gathering on the day-by-day action plan, which included:
- Special cleanliness drives and Shramdaan in the Ministry premises.
- Inspections of cleanliness and upkeep by senior officers.
- Swachh Air Initiative with CPWD (Horticulture), providing indoor plants for sections and officer cabins.
- Employee engagement activities, including a Rangoli-making competition.
- Health check-up of Safai Mitras at the Parliament House Medical Centre.
- Felicitation of Safai Mitras and a closing ceremony to honour their contribution.
On 25th September, as part of the nationwide campaign, the Ministry organized “Ek Ghanta – Ek Din – Ek Saath Shramdaan” at Jain Happy School, Gole Market, New Delhi. The event was led by Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs & Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju, who motivated all participants to make Swachhata a part of daily life and administered the Swachhata Pledge to officers, school management, and students. Shri Rajkumar Jain, Chairman, Ms. Shalini Misra, Principal, and Shri Vikas Jain, General Secretary of Jain Sabha, also participated actively.
During the programme, Union Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju, Secretary Shri Nikunja Bihari Dhal, and Additional Secretary Dr. Satya Prakash planted saplings in the school campus under “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Abhiyan”, symbolizing the commitment towards environmental sustainability alongside cleanliness.
The campaign witnessed active participation from officers and officials of the Ministry, as well as students and school management, making it a joint effort to promote awareness on cleanliness, hygiene, and the dignity of labour.
Towards the conclusion of the SHS–2025 campaign, the Ministry organized its Closing Ceremony, chaired by Dr. Satya Prakash, Additional Secretary, MoPA. On this occasion, Safai Mitras were felicitated for their dedicated service, and prizes were distributed to the winners of the Rangoli-making competition. While addressing the gathering, Dr. Satya Prakash inspired everyone not to confine Swachhata to this fortnight alone but to practice it as a year-round habit. He further emphasized the importance of “inner Swachhata” in behaviour, thoughts, and work ethics, highlighting that true cleanliness begins with self-discipline and positive conduct.
Through these activities, MoPA reaffirms its commitment to the vision of Swachh Bharat and to nurturing a culture of cleanliness, hygiene, and civic responsibility in line with the Government of India’s nationwide campaign.
