In a momentous triumph for civic pride and public participation, Indore has once again clinched the title of India’s cleanest city in the Swachh Survekshan 2024–25, marking its eighth consecutive win and setting a national record.
A League of Its Own
This year, Indore was inducted into the newly formed “Super Swachh League”, a category reserved for cities that have consistently ranked in the top three positions in past cleanliness surveys. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award at a grand ceremony in New Delhi, attended by dignitaries including Urban Development Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava, and Corporation Commissioner Harshika Singh.
Celebrations and Civic Spirit
Back home, the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) hosted a live telecast of the award ceremony, where sanitation workers and officials celebrated with cheers and applause. Mayor Bhargava proudly declared, “Indore is not just a topper—it’s now a guide for other cities. We’re in a league of our own.”
Why Indore Stands Out
Indore’s success is credited to its innovative waste management strategies, strict segregation policies, and a deeply rooted culture of cleanliness. From rickshaw drivers to schoolchildren, the city’s residents have embraced the Swachh Bharat Mission as a way of life.
Survey Highlights
- Surat and Navi Mumbai followed Indore in the national rankings Noida topped the 3–10 lakh population category, with Chandigarh and Mysuru close behind Over 14 crore citizens participated in the survey, making it the world’s largest urban cleanliness assessment
A Model for the Nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi once remarked, “When other cities think of doing something, Indore has already done it.” That sentiment rings truer than ever as Indore continues to inspire cities across India to aim higher in public hygiene and civic responsibility. Indore’s eighth win isn’t just a statistic—it’s a testament to what happens when innovation meets dedication. And as the city steps into its new role as a mentor in the Super Swachh League, the rest of India watches, learns, and follows.