**Executive Summary**
The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) organized a Swachhata Pakhwada Cleanliness Campaign from February 16th to 28th, 2026. This eleventh consecutive year of the campaign aimed to reaffirm commitment to cleanliness and environmental sustainability. Activities included promoting cleanliness practices, waste management, and discouraging single-use plastics.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Campaign Period:** The Swachhata Pakhwada campaign was observed from February 16th to February 28th, 2026.
* **Campaign Objective:** To reaffirm commitment towards cleanliness and environmental sustainability, and promote the vision of "Clean India and Healthy India."
* **Inauguration:** The campaign commenced on February 16th, 2026, with an inaugural ceremony and the administration of the Swachhata Pledge by officers and staff.
* **Activities Undertaken:**
* Discouraging the use of single-use plastics.
* Promoting effective waste management.
* Organizing plantation drives.
* Displaying awareness banners and posters.
* Removal of unwanted clutter.
* Dusting and sanitization of office premises.
* Waste segregation.
* Cleaning of common areas and washrooms.
* **Recognition:** A felicitation programme was organized to recognize the contribution of sanitation workers ("Safai Mitras") with gift hampers.
* **Implementation:** Detailed guidelines were circulated to all associated organizations and offices for coordinated implementation.
**Impact Analysis**
**All Organizations and Offices under DFPD**
* **Impact:** These entities were actively involved in implementing cleanliness and awareness activities throughout the campaign period, contributing to a cleaner and healthier workplace environment.
* **Action Required:** To continue adopting best cleanliness practices and collective action to sustain the spirit of Swachhata.
**Safai Mitras (Sanitation Workers)**
* **Impact:** Their valuable contribution to maintaining cleanliness in office premises was recognized and appreciated through a felicitation programme.
* **Action Required:** Continued dedication to their efforts in maintaining cleanliness.
Key Entities Referenced
Swachhata Pakhwada: A cleanliness and awareness campaign observed by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD): The government department organizing the Swachhata Pakhwada campaign.
Swachh Bharat Mission: A national mission whose objectives are supported by the Swachhata Pakhwada campaign.
Additional Secretary & Financial Adviser (AS&FA), DFPD: Key individual who administered the Swachhata Pledge during the campaign.
Safai Mitras: Sanitation workers recognized for their contribution during the campaign.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Swachhata Pakhwada Cleanliness Campaign
Observed by Department of Food and Public
Distribution from 16–28 February 2026
Posted On: 06 MAR 2026 3:52PM by PIB Delhi
The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) organized a series of cleanliness and awareness
activities as part of the Swachhata Pakhwada campaign observed from 16th to 28th February 2026,
reaffirming its commitment towards cleanliness and environmental sustainability.
The year 2026 marks the 11th consecutive year of implementation of Swachhata Pakhwada in the
Department. The proposed activity calendar along with detailed guidelines was circulated to all
organizations and offices associated with DFPD to ensure effective participation and coordinated
implementation of the campaign.
The campaign commenced on 16th February 2026 with an inaugural ceremony during which officers and
staff of DFPD took the Swachhata Pledge, reiterating their resolve to promote cleanliness and support the
objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission. The pledge was administered under the leadership of the
Additional Secretary & Financial Adviser (AS&FA), DFPD, encouraging the adoption of best
cleanliness practices in workplaces and daily life.
During the fortnight, several activities were undertaken including discouraging the use of single-use
plastics, promoting effective waste management, and organizing plantation drives. Awareness
banners and posters highlighting the importance of cleanliness were displayed prominently across offices
of the Department.
All organizations under DFPD actively participated in the campaign on a daily basis with the objective of
promoting the vision of “Clean India and Healthy India.” Activities such as removal of unwanted
clutter, dusting and sanitization of office premises, waste segregation, and cleaning of common areas
including washrooms were carried out to create a cleaner and healthier workplace environment.
As part of the campaign, a felicitation programme was also organized to recognize the valuable
contribution of Safai Mitras. During the programme, gift hampers were presented to sanitation workers as
a token of appreciation for their dedicated efforts in maintaining cleanliness in office premises.
The Department reiterated its commitment to sustaining the spirit of Swachhata through continuous
awareness and collective action, contributing to the broader vision of a clean and healthy nation.****
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