PCMC to Mentor Alandi on Cleanliness Under Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0
Pune: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) and Alandi Municipal Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban (SBM-U) 2.0. This partnership is part of the ministry of housing and urban affairs' ‘Swachh Shehar Jodi' initiative, which connects mentor cities with proven sanitation records to mentee cities for accelerated progress.
Over 100 days, PCMC, recognized as one of India's Super Swachh Cities, will extend guidance to Alandi in eight priority areas. These areas include visible cleanliness, waste collection and segregation, solid waste processing, sanitation facilities, and citizen participation. PCMC will share its expertise and training, while Alandi will implement the action plans.
The collaboration is expected to significantly improve cleanliness standards and strengthen Alandi's performance in the Swachh Survekshan rankings by 2026. Municipal Commissioner Shekhar Singh emphasized that this initiative is a crucial step in building cleaner, healthier, and more accountable cities.
The Swachh Shehar Jodi initiative aims to foster a spirit of competition and collaboration among cities to achieve better sanitation outcomes. By leveraging the experience and success of mentor cities like PCMC, mentee cities like Alandi can accelerate their progress and achieve significant improvements in their sanitation infrastructure and practices.
PCMC has a strong track record in implementing effective sanitation and waste management practices. The corporation has been consistently recognized for its efforts in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. This partnership will allow Alandi to benefit from PCMC's experience and best practices, leading to a more sustainable and healthier urban environment.
The eight priority areas identified for focus under this partnership are:
1. Visible Cleanliness : Ensuring that public spaces and streets are free from litter and waste. 2. Waste Collection and Segregation : Implementing efficient systems for collecting and segregating waste at the source. 3. Solid Waste Processing : Developing and enhancing facilities for processing and disposing of solid waste. 4. Sanitation Facilities : Improving public toilet facilities and ensuring their maintenance. 5. Citizen Participation : Engaging the community in cleanliness drives and awareness campaigns. 6. Waste-to-Energy : Exploring and implementing waste-to-energy projects to reduce waste and generate renewable energy. 7. Water Management : Enhancing water management practices to ensure sustainable use and conservation. 8. Green Spaces : Developing and maintaining green spaces to improve the overall urban environment.
This initiative is not just about improving the physical infrastructure but also about creating a culture of cleanliness and responsibility among the citizens. By involving the community in various activities and campaigns, the partnership aims to foster a sense of ownership and pride in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
The success of this partnership will set a precedent for other cities and towns to follow, encouraging more such collaborations and driving the nation's mission towards a cleaner and greener future.
